Samantha’s POVI had three dogs running around the house, a little girl chasing them, a chatty teenager, a handsy boyfriend, and a Sunday lunch to prepare. Managing all of that was quite complicated.We invited our friends over for a Sunday barbecue and pool day, and I told Enzo to invite Luna and her sister. I also took the chance to invite Vince, who was off work. It would be a fun day.Patrick and Virginia arrived soon after, followed by Catherine and Alexander with Peter and the fantastic quartet. The chaos started growing as Peter became enchanted with the dogs and was already rolling in the grass with them and Clara."Sam, three dogs?" Catherine looked at me, impressed."Friend, some have babies, others have dogs." We laughed together. "But only Cinnamon is mine, the others belong to Enzo and Clara.""Does Hebe know about this?" Melissa asked, coming up behind us."She knows about having one small dog, but Clara and Enzo get everything they want from Henry." I explained."I can't
Henry’s POV"Good morning, family!" I entered the kitchen in high spirits on Monday morning and was greeted with a collective, laughter-filled good morning in response."Kids, brush your teeth quickly and get going, so you're not late for school," Samantha hurried Clara and Enzo along."I'll wait outside, children," Alfonso put his cup in the sink and left with a smile, accompanied by Maria."Good morning, Nightingale!" I hugged Samantha and gave her a lingering kiss."Good morning, my handsome!" She responded with her arms wrapped around my neck and then whispered in my ear:"We have the house to ourselves this morning.""I'll get these kids out of here quickly," I got excited, but she pulled me to the table, saying she was waiting for me to have breakfast.The kids rushed out, shouting unintelligible goodbyes. I found all this too good, but I was eager to spend some time alone with my goddess.Samantha and I were sitting in the living room, making plans for the week with the kids whe
Henry’s POVI barely noticed Melissa's car parking and the girls getting out and coming in our direction. Melissa was the most enthusiastic of them all and arrived already clapping her hands."That's right, Sam! Show that bitch she messed with the wrong man," Melissa cheered Samantha on."Melissa, help me separate them," I pleaded, not knowing what to do."Don't break it up, Martin! Let Sam get it all out of her system," Melissa warned. "Sam, rub that cocky bitch's face on the asphalt!""Melissa!" I scolded her, this could end very badly, but it was too late.Samantha already had Isabella pinned down face-first on the asphalt, gripping her hair with her knee in the middle of her back. Isabella was completely immobilized and screaming for help. But Samantha had fire in her eyes and was grinding Isabella's face into the ground."Listen well, you hellish whore, never, ever come near Henry again," Samantha spoke loudly in Isabella's ear."Let me go, let me go, you stupid woman, you're hurt
Samantha’s POVWe had barely started playing when Flavian received a strange call and had to leave, saying it was work-related but he'd be back soon. Manu just observed. We continued playing and everything was going well until Maria called me."Sam, your moving boxes arrived. I'm going to organize everything, do you have any specific instructions?" Maria asked, and I was relieved I didn't need to go to the apartment - I'd been apprehensive since the last letter."No, Maria. They're just clothes and personal items, just leave everything in the closet. Thank you." I replied, grateful for her help with this."Oh, one more thing. Vincent asked me to give you this." Maria handed me an envelope, and I started trembling.Another letter. But two letters in such a short time? It couldn't be. I was frozen, staring at the envelope. I felt a hand on my shoulder and saw the letter being taken from my hands."Let me handle this, Nightingale." Henry was behind me. "Don't let this ruin your day."But
Romulus’s POVI had been here for quite a while now, almost a year, all because the judge decided to convict me of false imprisonment after I broke into Samantha's house. Such a stupid thing, and I lost my clean record. My lawyer said Samantha's attorney was very good and worked hard with the prosecutor to get me convicted.And he kept working to mess things up for me using the letters I sent her. Sending those letters was really hurting my case, I needed to figure out how to get a phone in here. But that was really expensive. Still, I'm going to talk to Nick, she'll help me out, she's been helping me with everything since I met her.Right after I got locked up, I met this guy, Sandro, we hit it off right away and he told me I needed someone on the outside taking care of things for me. He was right, but I didn't have anyone for that, so he ended up introducing me to Nick, his sister. Shewas awesome, totally reliable. She took care of everything I asked for and never missed a visit. And
Henry’s POVI had arranged to meet Patrick at the club today for a tennis match. It had been a while since we last played. I arrived a bit early and sat near the pool, enjoying the morning warmth.I was watching an excited little boy playing with his father in the pool. For days, a thought had been circling in my mind, and seeing that scene made me want something I'd never wanted before. But I didn't know how to talk about it with Samantha.I was lost in my thoughts when I heard someone call my name and saw a woman standing beside me."Henry! It's been so long."I looked at the woman standing next to me, tall and slim, with fair skin and silicon breasts. I hadn't seen her in many years; it felt like it was in another lifetime. And I had no desire to see her again."Nicole! It's been a long time," I replied, but didn't move a muscle to greet her."Don't I deserve at least a hug? A kiss?" Nicole smiled at me as if we were old friends."No, you don't," I looked at her with disgust. She wa
Samantha’s POV"Auntie Sam?" I heard Enzo calling me from inside the house."Here on the porch, Enzo," I replied, lacking the energy to get up and go to him.He appeared and saw me lying on the chaise lounge, looking at me with a suspicious expression."Are you okay, auntie?""Yes, sweetie, I'm just feeling a bit down today.""Hmm. Do you need anything?" He was so helpful, I thought for a moment and smiled."A piece of that chocolate cake from the kitchen with lots of frosting!" I smiled at him, and he returned a big grin."I think I'll bring two pieces." He winked at me."Then call Clara and bring three."The three of us sat there, and I devoured my piece of cake and even stole a few forkfuls from Enzo."Want more, auntie?" He laughed, extending the plate to me."Better not.""Chocolate cake before lunch?" Henry arrived with a beautiful smile."A small sin, my handsome," I smiled at him. "Would you like some?""No, Nightingale, thank you." He kissed my cheek as he sat beside me. "So w
Samantha’s POVEven though I was freaking out inside, I couldn't just bury my head in the sand and stay quiet. I had promised Clara a sleepover, and she had invited four of her little friends. Besides, we had already prepared everything the day before, so I had to keep our arrangement."My goddess, you're truly a wonderful sight," Henry got up from the couch and came towards me. "Are you feeling better?" he asked while hugging me."Yes, I am." I gave him a quick kiss."My loves, here's the thing - today is Clara's sleepover, so I'd like to ask the boys to stay out of the girls' way. We're going to use the game room," I announced and saw Clara's little face light up."I can cancel with the girls since you're not feeling well," she offered kindly."No way! I'm looking forward to this." I smiled at her."Does this mean we can't play video games?" Enzo asked with a worried look."Exactly!" I confirmed."It's okay, Enzo, we'll stay out of the girls' way. Patrick is inviting us to play at hi
Samantha’s POVAfter Romulus was no longer an issue, I was feeling much lighter and happier. I had the man I loved by my side, who not only said but showed me every day that he loved me just as much.Henry was committed to making my days happy, but just having him around made me feel like the happiest woman in the world, living a perfect life with my love. I slept in his arms every night and woke up to his eyes sparkling at me - nothing could be more perfect than that.The week flowed like this - he possessed my body every night before sleep and loved me every morning before we left the bed. I was getting spoiled with his kisses, touches, and affection.At work, I managed to get everything done so I could take a few days off. When Thursday came, I was a bundle of nerves and completely anxious about the wedding that would take place on Saturday. I never thought I'd get like this, that these inexplicable bridal jitters would affect me too, since marriage had never been something fundamen
Henry’s POVAfter all the stress of the last few days, especially everything that happened the day before, waking up with my goddess in my arms, sleeping peacefully was a balm for all the wear and fear I had felt.Sunlight was shining subtly through a gap in the bedroom curtain. I never tired of admiring how beautiful Samantha is, how her skin glows under the sun as if tiny points of light were sparkling. My fingers drew circles on her silky, velvety skin.She was sleeping peacefully with her head on my chest, one leg thrown over mine, and an arm wrapped around my waist. Her mouth, which looked like a ripe strawberry ready to be picked, was slightly parted, and her long black eyelashes adorned her closed eyes. Her curly hair was spread between us and across the bed. Samantha is absolutely gorgeous!But it was more than that. Samantha was a strong, determined woman who loves boundlessly and without restraint. She gives herself completely to those she loves and doesn't think twice about
Nicole’s POVI had planned everything so perfectly with Romulus - it was a foolproof plan. He would make little Samantha disappear, and I would have time to seduce and wrap my golden goose, Henry, around my finger.I arranged to meet that annoying Pearl at a remote mall, so there'd be no risk of her running into anyone she knew. I made up a story about not having a car and how this mall was close to my house. The idiot believed me and agreed to meet there, so I wouldn't have to waste money on a taxi or take the bus.As soon as she arrived, I asked to borrow her phone to call "my daddy," claiming mine was dead. Being ever so helpful, she lent me her unlocked phone. Very carefully, I called Romulus, and after ending the call, I returned the phone. She placed it on the table and turned to call the waiter. It was easier than I thought - I didn't even need to steal her whole purse.One of my brother's guys was already nearby to help us. He walked by and snatched the phone without her notici
Samantha’s POVI was relieved to see my mother was okay. It was incredibly lucky that Enzo ran into her - one of those things that nobody can explain, where some call it luck and others divine providence. But I can definitely say this kid saved me again. After they told everything that happened at the mall and Henry confirmed that the Nicole who was with my mother was the same Nicole who was his ex-girlfriend, everything made sense.And we were heading to the police station - my mother, Enzo, Henry, and me. Honestly, I just wanted to go home, but Flavian asked us to come there, so there was no way around it."Henry, why did Flavian ask us to go to the police station?" I asked, still not accepting that I couldn't go home."Sam, you were the victim of Romulus's setup. It was a fake kidnapping, true, but clearly intended to force you to go to him. Plus, your mother's phone was stolen and used for this." Henry repeated the same thing, but I felt he was hiding something from me."I want to
Flavian’s POVI had to say, this raid on Pipote Hill was only supposed to serve three arrest warrants for homicide, but it turned into a complete mess. Three drug dealers dead and two cops wounded, all because they wouldn't let us in. It was all because of that punk Sandro who decided to set up a drug spot here. I only decided to serve these warrants personally snice one of them was Sandro's drug spot manager, and I wanted information about this Romulus guy.At least no civilians were hit. People keep talking about stray bullets, but there was no such thing - there are only bullets that find their targets, and innocent people became those targets, which really upsets me. But fortunately, this time no innocent civilians were shot. Though one of the subjects named in the warrants died - he was one of Sandro's soldiers. We arrested the other two. That was six fewer criminals on the streets."Let's move out, team!" called the military police sergeant who came to support us. "Detective, I t
Samantha’s POVI was getting increasingly nervous. As the car moved toward my destination, I felt more helpless, scared, and distressed. The taxi driver, a very kind gentleman, watched me through the rearview mirror while keeping his eyes on traffic. He drove slowly and carefully, perhaps due to his age, making sure not to cause any accident.My phone rang and I grabbed it from my purse - it was Enzo. I couldn't answer him, I just couldn't. But he persisted. He always did, and I always answered. I thought it through - if I didn't answer, it would raise suspicions. Sure, Michael must have returned to the company, but he probably thought I was in another department and wouldn't be alarmed yet. Maybe he was still looking for me inside the building. So, it was better to answer Enzo.When he told me he was with my mother, I couldn't believe it. Then he put her on the line, and I heard her voice. I couldn't hold back anymore, started crying, and explained that Romulus had called me from her
Enzo’s POVBeing a student was getting harder and harder. The English teacher decided to make us read a book that was almost impossible to find. I had to trek all the way across town because out of all the bookstores in the malls, only this one had it. Everyone was complaining that they couldn't buy the book because they couldn't find it. I spent two days on the phone and finally tracked it down. So I rushed to secure my copy to avoid getting a zero on the test that the teacher had already warned us about.But since I was at the mall, I might as well take a little walk around. I bought the book first - I had reserved it, but you never know if someone might accidentally sell my copy, so I went to the bookstore first. When I left, I was walking through the food court when I spotted Aunt Pearl at a café nearby. I had to say hello."What a coincidence! Aunt Pearl, how are you?" I approached and noticed she was with a younger woman who was pretty but strange-looking."Enzo, darling, what a
Samantha’s POVMy bachelorette party was the most fun event I'd ever been to, despite the snake incident. Erica and Emilia had really outdone themselves. However, it wasn't as enjoyable for Henry, who was tense and worried when he came to pick me up.At home, he told me about his suspicion that Isabella had sent the snake, and I was surprised - I hadn't thought that insufferable woman would be so brazen.We spent Sunday at home, resting and just enjoying each other's company. It was nice to have that peaceful moment with him, knowing the upcoming week would be hectic with wedding preparations, even though everything was already set.This week, I needed to get ahead with all my work since I'd be on my honeymoon with Henry the following week. Starting Thursday, I wouldn't be working as I'd be at the beach house overseeing all the wedding setup. I was so busy that during lunch, I just had a quick snack while working and turned Manu away when she came for afternoon coffee.Then my phone st
Romulus’s POVLittle Samantha must have been crazy if she thought she could ghost me like that. I've called several times and she won't answer, where could she be hiding? I needed to teach her a lesson, but this week I couldn't put my plan into action since Sandro needed me to check the accounts at his drug spot.Sandro wanted me to move to the hill, but to be honest, I preferred little Nicole's apartment, it was better located. But there's no way around it, I made a deal with him and he was the boss. He only gave me one more week to sort things out with little Samantha.I would use this week to resolve my situation with little Samantha and deal with little Nicole too. I was running out of patience with her, but it had to look like an accident, after all, she's Sandro's sister. I was going to do the job and blame the old man, but the idiot got arrested and was even trying to go back on our deal. He wanted little Samantha all to himself - that was pure greed.But little Nicole was still