"Yes. That's what Nina told me... Come to think of it," Adrian said, furrowing his brows at Leonardo as realization dawned on him. "Why am I even telling you this?"Leonardo was too stunned and dumbstruck to even form a meaningful response. He swallowed, slowly shutting his mouth that had dropped before after hearing what Adrian said.Leonardo felt his heart prick him painfully. Hayley really told her new lover that he was in prison? The father of her child? How could she be so heartless and nonchalant, but then again, He started it all. He was the root of his own problems. He brought these upon himself. But Leonardo was glad he was back now. He was back to make amends. To right his wrongs, no matter how long it takes. Hayley was his and his only. His heart warmed up when he recalled Adrian had said Hayley hadn't given in to him for five whole years. This meant there was still hope for him. He remembered the way Hayley had gazed at him the other day at the park. He could tell Hayley

"E- Ex-husband?” Hayley stuttered, her knees growing weak.This was one of the days she dreaded_ Adrian finding out the truth about her or her past. She feared the day she would finally tell him the truth. But at that moment, Hayley wasn't ready to tell him shit. She had to navigate her way through this predicament as soon as possible.“Yes, Nina. Your ex-husband!” Adrian snapped, his tone demanding.Hayley blinked twice and regained her composure, her shocked expression wearing off. “What do you mean my ex-husband? Did you think Damian Logan is my ex-husband? The father of my child?” She questioned in denial.“Why. Isn't he? I'm tired of your lies, Nina. Tell me the damn truth!” Adrian walked over to her, staying by the doorway as they gazed at each other intently.So much for a dumb and slow-witted man, Hayley huffed inwardly recalling Leonardo's words. It didn't even take Adrian long before he found out the truth.“When have I ever lied to you, Adrian? I don't understand your accus

Mother.” Leonardo called, announcing his arrival as he stepped into the mansion, heading towards the big dinning hall, already occupied by his family members. “Leonardo,” Dana Anderson, who was standing by the dining table, instructing the servants on what to do, turned when she heard her second son's deep voice. Dana looked at him with a frown. “You're late.” She told him as he approached her. Leonardo pulled her for a hug. He apologized softly. “Sorry mother. Scott doesn't drive as fast as he used to be.” He pulled out of the hug, smiling at his mother. “Hmm I see.” Dana said. “Did you miss your son, Mother?” Leonardo asked, his eyes sparkling in delight as he stared at his beautiful mother. “Of course. Aren't I supposed to?” Dana asked, furrowing her brows at him. Leonardo only chuckled. Leonardo turned to the rest of them. His face turning expressionless as his eyes met with that of his brothers, one after the other. They were all sat at the table, about to have di

Hayley was annoyed by the persistent knocking on her door. She heaved herself out of bed, making her way toward the entrance. The fact that she wasn't expecting anyone that day only infuriated her. Irritation and annoyance were etched on her face, angry at whoever had come to disrupt her much-needed nap that Saturday afternoon. All Hayley wanted was some rest after a long and exhausting week. Was that too much to ask for?As Hayley swung open the door to get to the entrance, her anger only intensified upon seeing him standing there. Hayley was not only shocked but completely stunned.Leonardo smirked at her, his eyes slowly wandering over her body. Hayley was dressed in a short black dress that exposed her cleavage and slender legs. His hungry, seductive, and enthralling stare caused Hayley's skin to break out in goosebumps and her heart to flutter in a way she couldn't explain."Hello, mi reina," he purred in a husky voice, his gaze returning to hers.Hayley met his gaze weakly. "L-

"I promise to treat you right. To protect and love you, mi reina. To..." "Mi reina?" Hayley interrupted, her voice trembling as she stared at him. His piercing grey eyes met hers, a sincere saying on his lips. "Yes, baby. You are now my queen, and I, your king."Leonardo bent down, trailing kisses on her bare feet. Hayley watched him, each touch from his lips sending shivers down her spine and igniting a tingling sensation throughout her body.Leonardo and she lay naked on the bed, the only thing he had on was the pendant she had just gifted him.Still showering her feet with kisses, he gradually traced his lips up her leg, savoring every moment as he moved closer to Hayley's thigh. He paused.Leonardo gazed up at her, their eyes meeting weakly."Do you want me, baby?" He asked, his gaze still locked on hers. Hayley's flashback was abruptly interrupted by Daisy's excited voice breaking through her reverie."Uncle Damian!"Hayley snapped back to reality and saw Leonardo standing out