LOGINELENA’s POVI didn’t understand what was happening, and that was the part that scared me the most. One minute I was trying to process everything that had already gone wrong, and the next, I was being cautioned and summoned by my mother-in-law like I had committed a crime I didn’t even remember making. The way she spoke on the phone, the authority in her voice, the sharpness—I could tell instantly that whatever this was, it wasn’t going to be a normal conversation. And from what I overheard in the background yesterday, it was clear she and Drego had argued about something… something that involved me.I barely slept that night.By morning, I had already made up my mind. I was leaving Kimmy’s place and going back home. I needed to get myself together before facing whatever was coming. By exactly 9 a.m., I was already on my way. My heart was beating faster than normal, my mind palpitating, different questions, different outcomes, running through my mind and none was comforting.When I g
DREGO’s POVI stared at Elena’s name on my phone longer than I should, my jaw tight, my thoughts louder than the silence around me. I already know she’s angry at me. Not just angry but furious. The kind of anger that sits in her chest and refuses to leave. And honestly, I don’t blame her.I exhaled and finally called.The moment the line connects, I speak before she can.“Elena… I’m sorry.”There’s silence on the other end.“I’m sorry for dragging you into this mess. I’m sorry for making everything complicated. I shouldn’t have done that. I know I overwhelmed you…” I pause, running my hand through my beards. “Just forgive me, okay? I’ll handle everything from my side, and I’ll handle David too if possible.”Still Silence, I could only hear her breath. And that’s when it hits me, she’s shocked. Of course she is. Elena isn’t used to this version of me. She knows I don’t beg, I don’t apologize, and I don’t bend no matter what.But for her? I just did, and I don’t regret itBefore she cou
“I know you’ll remember me if you see my face again," he said, beaming with smiles. I came back because of you. I folded my arms slowly, staring straight at him, trying to understand if he was actually serious or just playing some kind of twisted joke.“You’ll remember me if I show my face again… that’s why you stayed back?” I repeated, my brows narrowing. “And now you’re saying you came back because of me?”Alexander didn’t even flinch. Instead, he smiled… like he’d been waiting for this moment.“Yes,” he said calmly. “Because of you.”I let out a short, dry laugh, shaking my head. “Okay… when exactly did you meet Melissa?” I asked, trying to keep the conversation grounded.“Two weeks ago,” he replied easily. “And yeah… she’s my kind of girl.”He paused. “But that won’t be anymore.”My eyes snapped back to his. “What’s that supposed to mean?”He took a step closer, not too close, but enough to make me uncomfortable.“Cindy… have you really forgotten everything?” His voice dropped sl
CINDY’S POVI lay back on my bed, staring at the ceiling, a slow smile creeping to my lips as I replayed everything that had just happened.David. God… the man had finally fallen.After everything; the chase, the tension, the push and pull, he was finally mine, at least in the way I needed him to be. Not fully, not completely… but enough. Enough for me to know I had gotten under his skin.He had slept for a while after everything, completely worn out, like I had drained every ounce of control and strength out of him. And when he woke up, he looked… different. Softer, cooler, and less guarded.“I should go,” he had said, running a hand through his hair like he was trying to gather himself back together. “I need to change up… sort out a few things, and I need to see Matteo.”I didn’t stop him. I didn’t even try.“Alright,” I had said, sitting up, watching him dress. “Be careful.”But inside? I was smiling. Because I knew that whatever happened between us today had shifted something. And
“Do you know why your mom wanted to see Matteo?” Cindy asked the moment I dropped the call, her eyes fixed on me like she was trying to read beyond my silence. I leaned back into the couch, rubbing my temple slowly. “I don’t know… maybe she wants to inquire about something. Maybe about me, or about Drego. I honestly don’t care right now.” She studied me for a second, then softened. “Whatever it is, he’ll tell you. Matteo isn’t the type to hide things from you, right?” “Yeah,” I muttered, though my mind wasn’t even on Matteo anymore. It was scattered… messy… restless. “Have you eaten?” she asked gently. I shook my head. “No. I’m not really hungry.” Cindy didn’t argue. She just stood up like she had already made up her mind. “You’re eating,” she said, heading toward the kitchen. “You need to eat, whether you like it or not.” I let out a quiet breath, watching her disappear inside. There was something about her… the way she moved, the way she spoke… calm, but firm. It
The moment I stepped out of the hospital, I just stood there for a few seconds, staring into nothing. I didn’t know where to go. Home? No, that wasn’t an option. That was the last place I wanted to be, at least not now. Not with everything that just happened, not with the look on David’s face still fresh in my head. If I go back now, it’s going to turn into something bigger than it already is… I’ll need to do some explaining , some reassuring and that’s something I’m not ready to deal with. This is the first time I get to meet my in-laws and it’s starting out on a wrong way. I exhaled slowly and got into my car, resting my head briefly against the steering wheel. “Think, Elena… just think.” For a moment, I considered going to Alex’s place since I didn’t want to go to a hotel. At least it would be familiar, or maybe safe… but then I shook my head. No. I didn’t want questions, besides we are not really close and I don’t want us to be in an enclosed space. Then suddenly, some
ELENA’S POV I felt like I couldn’t breathe. My chest was so heavy it seemed like my ribs might crack. The moment I saw that email Cindy sent to me, that little stunt—I realized it wasn’t just about Drego’s revenge anymore. Cindy was after David, my husband, my life.The image kept replaying in my
DAVID’S POVSomething felt off.I’d been keeping an eye on Elena ever since I returned from my business trip in Chicago, and no matter how hard she tried to put on a calm face, and tend to pretend, her eyes showed this heavy weight. And whenever Drego was around, she seemed more perturbed.At first
I stood there, completely frozen in that cafe. Cindy’s voice rang in my ears like a gunshot. “I’m seeing someone. His name is… Drego knight.”My stomach twisted, and my lips felt dry. I managed a smile, one that was more of a sneer or a grimace, barely reaching my eyes. “Drego… that’s… a strong n
ELENA’S POVI couldn’t sleep at all. It felt like I couldn’t even catch my breath. Every time I shut my eyes, there he was. Drego.I could still feel the way his mouth moved against mine, the intensity of his grip, and the way he looked at me as if I were something forbidden that he just couldn’t







