Chapter 46 stm Hugo looked keenly at her from the rim of his glass. He could see the defiance in her eyes but he would lie if it didn't turn it on. He always loved the fight in her and now he knew she had all the reasons to be angry at him. He was fighting with himself for long and he knew Luca won't spare a chance if he let Caterina spare from his grasp. He wasn't ready to lose her anyway because she had broke him for any girl. It was just last night when Anita had a talk to him about Caterina. He was actually shocked to listen to her that she was ready to hit on her since her fiance, Kate, was also mesmerized by her beauty and intelligence from where they met her once or twice. ‘I think you are ready to give her up and if there is any chance, I will be the one to grab her and I will take her away with me to Spain’. She said in clear words, shocking him to the core. ‘and what about your fiance?’ ‘well, I never take any decision alone. Kate is with me in it of course. We are re
Chapter 45 stmShe locked the cafe and turned around to face the parking lot. Her lips stretched to see Luca leaning with his car, obviously waiting for her. She giggled when he waved a little as if she wasn't giving him all her attention. She took a few steps but just then the gravel crunched under the wheels of an all too familiar black SUV stopping in front of them. She frowned to see Hugo stepping out of the driving seat, wearing his black dress, specified for him during his WORK. He stopped in front of her, hands in his pocket. He looked at both of them and his lips curved up a bit. “Did I disturb any plans?” He asked in a casual mood as if gossiping. “Not that I had any. But may I know the pleasure of your visit?” Caterina asked, crossing her arms on her chest. She was tired of this cat and mouse play. By this point she was actually skeptical about what Luca told her about Anita if that was any true or not. Seems like she was BI more than a lesbian. Well who wouldn't for H
Chapter 44 stm Caterina had almost reserved herself back into her shell. She would do everything as per routine, she would take care of Hugo, but so many things had shifted between them since the night. She never had thought her life would take such a disastrous turn. All she wanted was a peaceful life, a loving husband and kids. But then it changed to a totally opposite direction. She was stable in her business now and though Hugo had previously said, he never asked for a cut of her monthly profit. She kept some amount aside as her savings for the unseen future but what to do with her mind? Her free time was occupied with his thoughts and how to live without him. She had seen how Luca changed towards her. From being cold and distant to very caring and a strong support for her. How couldn't she see his eyes changing for her but she was too scared to lose her heart again. She knew Luca wasn't subtle anymore. She was busy cleaning the machines and counters since it was the least
Chapter 43 stm“Where are we going?” Caterina asked Hugo as he bypassed the road to their penthouse. “Would you like to go to a long drive with me?” Hugo asked her in a hesitant tone. “Don't you think it's too late to ask? I mean it's clear that you have already decided”. Caterina said, leaning in her seat. “No, I can turn around if this is what you want?” Hugo slowed down his car, looking at her. “No. I am okay going on a long drive with you”. She said simply, turning to see the night running through the window of the car. “Is it easy to go along Luca than me?” She was actually confused at this question from him. He wasn't looking at her but the grip of his hands on the steering wheel was saying otherwise. “Sir Luca is like a friend to me. Nothing else”. “And me?” He couldn't help but ask. He didn't know why he wanted a confirmation or assurance. “What about you? You are in no comparison with sir Luca. You are the man who, I don't know, kidnapped me or rescued me. You gave m
Chapter 42 stm.Hugo woke up late in the morning. He instantly regretted as he sat up quickly in the bed and held his head with both hands. He had a high tolerance level for alcohol but last night he underestimated the vodka he consumed with Luca and even after he left. He wanted to persue Caterina again but how? He knew he had spread so much lie around himself that it would be hard for her to believe him. But it was worth a try right? He took a shower to get fresh and after ages, he wore her favorite black pants and caramel colored shirt. He rolled up the sleeves to his elbow and smiled inwardly, remembering how she would gaze at his arms whenever he would roll up his shirt sleeves. He brushed his hair back into a messy bun just like she liked and once he was satisfied with his looks, he confidently stride outside to greet her, or in other words, trying to woo her. “Whoa… someone looking hot eh”. He smirked looking at Anita who was having a toast, sitting on the kitchen stool.
Chapter 41 stmHugo was dumbfounded for a moment, holding an unconsious Caterina in his arms. He didn't know what to do. He was looking at her pale face and those eyebags that just got visivlble under her beautiful eyes. “Caterina… hey… open your eyes please”. He patted her cheeks gently but to no use. He picked her up and took her to his bedroom that was cold without her. He filled a glass of water and sprinkled some water on her face. She stirred a bit, letting out a little sound. “Hey Rina. Come back to me … open your eyes”. Hugo was begging at this moment. He sighed in relief to see her eyes fluttering for a moment and then she saw him hovering over her. “Thank God. What happened to you? You are overtiring yourself and not eating properly. Right? I knew it. You forget everything when you have to wo….”. He was cut short when she placed her hand on his lips. Without saying a word she sat up with the bedhead and just then she realized she was in his bedroom. “What are you doing