Love In The Shadows
"You take me for a fool?” He yelled, gripping my arms tightly, his fingers making sure to leave marks.
“I would never lie about something of utmost importance, Diego”, I tried to convince him while earnestly trying to save myself from his strong grip.
“No one dares to look me in the face and lie.” He said while gripping my arms more strongly than ever. “Yet, you stand here, lying to my face. You want to use me against my father as your revenge, isn't that right Adriana?” With that, he let go of my arms, shoving me aside angrily—whilst I hit my head against a door frame.
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A strong-willed yet vulnerable young lady from a mafia family finds herself stuck in a marriage with a rival heir arranged by both families as a means to stop bloodshed among them.
Her husband, being the mafia heir, is a stern person who is feared by members of the syndicate. He hates negotiating and solves his problems on his own. But, when he falls in love with the daughter of the rival family, will it complicate his plans?
What will happen when circumstances force them to choose between love and loyalty to their families? How will it affect their lives?
A tale where love and vengeance intertwine and the hearts of two individuals are tested against the ultimate betrayal.
Basahin
Chapter: EVERYTHING WORKED OUT IN THE END
Diego's POV Following the location on my phone, I sped along the highway, heading there. My father's threats about Adriana and the pain of losing another of her blood stirred anger in me. I couldn't let Adriana feel pain or lose someone so dear to her. Not again.I had already scarred her by killing her online family, her father. I couldn't scar her for life again. I nedio free my family from danger once and for all. Finally. There was no space for fear. My son was the only thing on my mind . He was the only purpose I was going.I would get him back. Safe and sound. He won't be harmed.Finally, I reached the location, stopping my car a bit away from the place. I didn't want them to noti my arrival and flee. I had to catch them this time.The area was deserted and polluted. Of course they would come to an area like this to hide. People barely came around here. I immediately opened the glove compartment of my car and took out the Sig Saucer I had kept there. It was for purposes like
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Chapter: FOUND MY FATHER'S LOCATION Diego's POV I rushed to my car and immediately started the engine. I zoomed off, speeding beyond the limits. I would do anything to bring my son back today.I reached Ignacio's office and entered inside. “Ignacio, I need you, now!” I said, my voice firm.Ignacio shot up from his chair, his expression bold. “Yes, boss. What do you need me to do?”“My father called. They took my son. They are with him right now.Ignacio froze. “They have your son? How did they manage to take him?”“Don't ask,” I said.“I'm sorry, boss. But I have been scanning the area for their identity and nothing came out. I don't know how they managed to go near you without been noticed by the cameras I installed.”“That doesn't matter.” I took out my phone from my pocket and slammed it on the desk. “He called me with an unknown number. It's hidden, so I want you to trace the call.”“But boss, I can't trace the call. It's only if he calls again, then I will be able to trace it,” he said. I sighed. “He will call ag
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Chapter: MY FATHER HAS TAKEN OUR SON
Diego's POV Adriana's panic was growing, desperate. I could see how terrified and tense she was from her face. She handed Jimena back to Camilia and rushed to Juan, panicking.“Juan, have you seen Dante? Have you seen my son?” She asked, her voice loud and desperate.Juan held her, trying to calm her down. She resisted his grasp on her, frantically running around, looking at every corners of the compound. I couldn't bear to see her like that.She then approached me. “Diego, you were supposed to be watching them!” she cried, her voice cracking. “How did he leave from here without you noticing?” The accusation was fair. I had left them on their own to answer a useless call.I had failed to protect my children, even for a moment, I couldn't protect them. I thought it wouldn't be bad to leave their side for a moment. I was wrong. My mind raced, trying to retrace Dante's last movements, but I couldn't.“Adriana, calm down,” I said, though my own pulse was hammering against my ribs. “He pr
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Chapter: WHERE IS DANTE, OUR SON?
Adriana's POV Later that night after dinner, I sat up on the bed, waiting for Diego to freshen up and enter the bedroom. When he was finished, he came and lay down on the bed.“Diego,” I called.He looked at me, still lying down. “Is something wrong?” he asked.“Nothing’s wrong. I just need to talk to you.”He sat up on the bed, his gaze sharpening. “Talk to me? What is it about? Go on!”“Tomorrow is my father's burial anniversary,” I said, looking at him. “I know I've missed it for two years, but I can't miss this one.”Diego's expression changed. His usual composure cracked, replaced by guilt or… regret? I couldn't quite place it.“Adriana…”“I was wondering if… if you would come with me. And the kids of course.”He stared at me, guilt pricking at him. “Are you sure? You want me to come with you?” he asked.“Yes, I do. It would be better for me.”He sighed. “But you know what I did. I mean I was the one…”“It doesn't matter again, Diego. It happened years ago. It has been forgotten
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Chapter: REUNITING WITH JUAN AND CAMILIA
Adriana's POV The first few days back home were normal and peaceful. We lived peacefully. I had learned to understand Diego and love him more and he continued to care for me from time to time. Jimena and Dante, upon waking to their new surroundings, needed a little time to adjust, but soon found joy in every part of the mansion. They played freely and moved around, however they could without a limited place to go. I always spent hours watching them explore and play around the house comfortably. This was the life I had wanted for them. This was how comfortably and freely I wanted them to live. Not in confined spaces.Diego, being cautious, had doubled the security. New faces, new men of his were always around the house, discreetly watching out for enemies. He also made sure that their presence never affected the children's freedom.This time, he was always around. He barely went to his office. He would play with the kids or take them to the garden, always watching them play. He was
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Chapter: WE ARE BACK HOME
Adriana's POV I descended the stairs, carrying both Jimena and Dante in my arms. I was ready to leave. Diego was waiting by the front door. He looked less tired than he had last night, a flicker of resolve in his eyes.His men had already loaded the last of the luggage onto the trunk of the car. We were finally ready to leave.“Ready?” he asked, his voice low.I nodded, a mix of happiness and anticipation in me. This was it. Two years of being in solitude. And we were now leaving. Going home.He carried our son from my hands, kissing his forehead.“Let's go,” he said. He led the way, and I followed behind, clutching my daughter tightly. When Diego's men were finished with the packing, they shut the door of the trunk. Then, Diego led me to another black SUV parked there.He opened the back door of the for me to enter, then he entered too, placing our son on his laps. After a few minutes, one of him men entered the front seat of the car, the other one entering the driver's seat.Then,
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