Se connecterOn Christmas Eve, my parents and my fiancé, Ivano Dominici, finally agree to accompany me to Iberion to see the aurora. But when I arrive there, they never show up no matter how long I wait. I send messages to ask. They reply helplessly that something urgent has come up at the last minute and tell me to go to the observation point and wait. I stand alone on the icy field, turning back every few minutes to look at the road behind me. When my hands grow numb from the cold, I scroll my social media feed and see a recent post from my younger sister, Giada Soave. Holding gifts in her arms, she sits beneath a luxurious crystal Christmas tree with my parents embracing her from both sides. Ivano stands behind her with his hand resting lightly at her waist and his eyes full of tenderness. The caption reads, "Merry Christmas, I'm grateful to spend the holiday with those who love me most!" The comments section buzzes with blessings, praise, and envious messages. I stare at the screen for a long time without moving. This is not the first time they break their promise to me because of Giada. But this time, I do not argue or make a scene. I simply type and send one line calmly in the comments, "I wish your family of four a Merry Christmas." I finally let go of my obsession and stop waiting for people who will never come to me. But when I quietly step away, the ones who cannot let go turn out to be them.
Voir plusWithout any hesitation, I blocked all of their numbers.After that, I sent the evidence of the Soave family's underground casino laundering, tax evasion, and Ivano's assassination dealings to the police's email.At the same time, the confidential file about Giada's true identity was also made public.Having done all this, I took a cab to the airport.The terminal was crowded with people, but I found a corner to sit in.In my suitcase were just a few old clothes and the design drafts for "Midnight Sun".I looked down at my phone, and as expected, the internet had exploded."The Soave family is suspected of massive international money laundering and tax evasion. Tatum Soave and his wife, Florina Cannella, have been arrested. Their assets are frozen!"In the pictures, my high and mighty biological parents were shown being arrested with handcuffs, their faces a picture of disgrace.Meanwhile, forums overseas were buzzing with the revelation of Giada's true identity. Countless enem
When I returned to Soave Manor, the mood in the living room was just right.Mamma was trying on expensive jewelry on Giada, Papa was reading the newspaper, and Ivano was on the phone in the corner.The scene looked so warm.Frowning, Papa put down his newspaper as soon as he saw me walk in. "You finally remember that this is your home?"Mamma, on the other hand, quickly switched to a fake, concerned tone. "Cristina, where have you been these days? We've been so worried about you."Ivano hung up the phone, his face showing a trace of surprise as he took my hand. "Cristina, I knew you'd come around. Since you're done with this tantrum, just stay home now. I've kept your ring for you."I pulled my hand away and ignored him. Walking straight to the coffee table, I threw the document envelope I had been clutching onto it."What's this? How rude!" Papa's face darkened."A document."I pulled out a chair and sat down, coldly watching them. "A document about how much my life is really
The day after I received my Fennaris visa, I went back to the private investigation firm.The office windows were tightly shut.The investigator, Elmo Gullo, sat behind his desk. Wiping sweat from his forehead, he pushed a sealed document envelope toward me."Ms. Soave, investigating Mr. Dominici and the Soave family's secrets is far too dangerous. We were planning to abandon the investigation and refund you."He swallowed hard and said in a low voice, "But just last night, a top-tier hacker from overseas breached our system and sent us this confidential file."My heart skipped a beat. "A hacker from overseas?"Elmo looked at me. "The hacker had no malicious intent. They left only one message."My breath hitched.I suddenly remembered that anonymous sender. That night, when my life's work was gutted, and I was teetering on the edge of despair, they had helped me recover all the data and told me never to be confined."What did they say?" I asked.Elmo handed me a printed note
I had underestimated Ivano's methods.The next morning, just as I opened the door to my apartment, there he was. This mafia Don, with his far-reaching influence, was standing in the narrow hallway of my humble, run-down building.For the first time, there was a hint of regret on Ivano's usually composed face.He sighed lightly, then placed a bank card gently on my cheap fold-out table.His deep-set eyes were filled with indulgence, and his voice was soft enough to drown me. "Cristina, I hate seeing you suffer out here. Take this card, forget about the Fennaris project, and come home with me."I stared at the card and laughed.Even now, he still thought that money could solve everything.I looked away from the card."Ivano, I don't need your money." My voice was so calm that even I found it strange.Ivano froze for a moment, clearly not understanding my rejection. He must've been used to me carefully trying to please him.I continued, "If you really feel guilty, then please ke






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