
Ashes of Betrayal, Flames of love
"Whatever you’re to say, say it five feet away! Don’t come near me!" she stammered.
"Says the same girl that was hugging me in the hospital like her life depended on me?" In a quick action, he drew her nearer. Her hand placed hard on his chest, trying to steady herself from slipping. "And you’re doing the same now."
She tried to struggle, but who was she kidding? When it comes to him, she is powerless, already having lost control of him.
Seven years ago, Diana was betrayed by the man she loved. On her birthday, Michael drugged her and humiliated her online, claiming she was nothing but a means to an end.
Left alone and pregnant, Diana survived the shame and raised her daughter.
She rebuilt her life and buried her past.
Now, Michael is back. He is a powerful mafia leader who doesn't recognize Diana or knows he has a daughter.
He thinks she is weak, but Diana is planning her revenge, on her quotes for justice, she wants to destroy him but she realizes that her old feelings of love and hatred are still tangled together.
Author’s Note: ️
This novel explores dark themes such as trauma, betrayal, and emotional abuse. Some scenes may be distressing to sensitive readers.
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Chapter: Chapter 69 Where's Diana🎋🎋🎋🎋🎋🎋 SOMEWHERE IN ITALY🎋🎋🎋🎋Michael came as fast as he could. The doctor that was treating his father sent an unexpected message containing his father’s reaction. After dropping Dian and Sonia home, Michael entered his private jet, coming straight to Italy after hearing the news.In a wooden yard, the curtains flex freely by the calm air that blows into the room. A middle-aged man, called Backham, laid with breathing motion oxygen with him. Michael sat on the wooden chair with Cobra standing beside him as they watched his father and the doctors perform their duties.After the checkups, a few doctors left while two others stayed for further explanation of why they called Michael here, when what he was expecting isn't happening."Speak!" Even though Michael was gentle, his command held a strong effect on them. One mumbled in the Italian language."*Mr. Dickson / Signor Dickson, suo padre ha reagito improvvisamente poche ore fa prima del suo arrivo, e poi si è fermato. S
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Chapter: Chapter 68 A mission to accomplish Diana’s sobs only grew harder, and she fought against his hold. "My mom," she choked out."Shhh," he hushed her softly. "Mother-in-law will be alright. The doctors here are well-trained professionals. No harm shall come to her".Diana shook her head against him, her voice thick with pain. "They caused her harm, Micheal. They caused her harm".Micheal held her firmly, his grip tightening on her waist. "Cry not. Don’t worry, I will make them pay for their rudeness". He gently broke off the hug and looked into her eyes. "Wipe your tears; I hate to see you cry".For some reason she couldn't explain, Diana found herself obeying him. He watched her, a small smirk playing on his lips. "Good girl, Seducer. Good girl".Ms. Clark and Michael set off to pick up Sonia from school. For several minutes, the car remained silent; the weight of their time at the hospital kept her anchored in her own thoughts.Carefully, she stole a glance at him. His focus was fixed on the road, but she found herse
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Chapter: Chapter 67 He loves youZoya continuously stared at the restless man seated across the room lost in deep thoughts. He looked back at her, his expression indifference."Maybe you should visit her," Zoya suggested.Bryan raised a brow, almost unbelievable "You think I haven't tried? That devil almost shot me dead, threatening to never come near her.""So, you give up," Zoya said, her voice laced with confusion. "Thought you love her."Before Bryan could respond, the door bell sounded."Are you expecting someone?" Zoya asked."Hide," Bryan muttered.Zoya rolled her eyes and walked out, calling for a maid to attend to the door. As the door swung open to the unknown, a suitcase was carried in. Following closely behind was a woman in her fifties. She carried a luxurious aura that seemed to fill the room instantly, her presence demanding attention.Bryan stood frozen, his hands stuffed into his pockets, a frown creasing his forehead. As the woman approached, his eyes widened. He looked completely dumbfounded."Mom?
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Chapter: Chapter 66 Final RaceDinner was served, the clink of silverware the only sound in the room. Sia started digging into her meal while Dave watched her, his plate untouched. "What do you want to talk about?" Sia asked, breaking the silence. Dave cleared his throat, a long pause. "It's mmm... it's about what happened years ago," he began. Sia’s spoon dropped, clattering against the plate as she gave him her full attention. "Concerning the night of Deceit. Something transpired on that fateful night".Sia leaned forward, her brow furrowing. "Dave, what's wrong?".Dave stood up abruptly, turning his back to her to face the open window. The night air didn't seem to cool the worry claiming him, he looked like a man haunted by something deceitful and unforgivable. He turned back to her slowly, exhaling a deep, shaky breath."I couldn't bring myself to hide this anymore," he said, his voice finally breaking. "Especially now...Am..” Dave laughed harshly but bitterly. "Am dying"Sia was stunned, shocked and dumbstr
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Chapter: Chapter 65 Anything to make her happyMicheal and his men were training. This morning he had wanted to go straight to the office, but he decided to turn back and take a day off. After training, he planned on visiting his doctor concerning his health.Jacob and Cobra were doing push-ups, instructed by their Master. The other men battled each other with the intention of learning defensive attacks. Cobra whispered to Jacob, "Boss seems gloomy today.""Maybe things aren't going well with Mrs. Dickson and him," Jacob whispered back. Both men glanced at Micheal, who had buried himself in training the others. The session had started earlier than anyone expected. Suddenly, the training room door opened and a man walked in, approaching Micheal to whisper to him. It seemed urgent, because Micheal left immediately after mounting."Keep training," Micheal commanded as he departed."We are dead," Cobra groaned, laying flat on his face. "This is almost a hundred push-ups..."Jacob panted, "Is he punishing us for something?"Micheal wa
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Chapter: Chapter 64 Mrs DicksonAlex Douglas, Joseph, Taun, and Jonson sat in stunned silence, staring at Hedeon. ‘Michael simply wouldn't die’. Alex sighed, folding his arms without a word, while Joseph stood by, hands buried in his pockets, his expression twisted with bitterness."He killed Micaelo," Joseph muttered, his voice sharp with resentment and disbelief. "Michael needs to die... like he killed him". Alex spat.Joseph turned his glare toward Alex. "Why didn't you do it? You're his enemy, and as an enemy, you should kill him." He paused. "He killed your mother. Why are you still hanging around, making mouths?".Jonson, ignoring the outburst, kept his eyes fixed on his father, who was pacing the room in a state of depressed housing. He approached him, a smirk playing on his lips. "You must feel so lonely?" Jonson said, his voice dripping with mock sympathy. He looked at the others. "I heard of what happened. Michael indeed did right to your men"."Just look at yourself, father," Jonson continued quietly.
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