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Penulis: Rossy
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-03-29 19:01:05

CATALINA

I gripped my phone tightly, repeating his statement in my head over and over again, baffled by his suspicion of Dante.

“Out of all people, why him? Why not James? Because he is thirsty for our wealth. Why not Fiona? Because she is envious and wants to take my place. Why not them?” Uncle Mondo became quiet. “And why not you? Because you're the closest to him.”

He scoffed, feeling offended. “You’re suspecting me, Catalina.”

“I’m sorry, I can’t help it. I have a lot of whys, and you are included in them.”

Instead of getting an answer, he ended the call without a word.

My suspicion of him starts growing deeper to the point I’m so eager to find the answers to my father’s death. There’s a foul. It’s obvious.

***

“You didn't sleep well?” Dante suddenly asked inside the elevator.

“Hmm.”

“Why?”

“Insomnia.” I simply responded.

The thought that Dante and Uncle Mondo were involved in my father’s death haunted me last night. I couldn't sleep thinking about why this was happening.

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  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    96

    CATALINABefore I could even speak, I was pulled away from Luhan’s arms, and a familiar scent invaded my nostrils. The fiery eyes of Dante on Luhan made me shiver down my spine. I could feel the fury in the way he gripped his hand around mine as well.With this interaction, we caught everyone’s attention.Catherine was glaring at me and Dante. Dante is glaring at Luhan, and so is he. While here I am, conscious of the people staring at us.Not another gossip about us again.“Dante, don’t,” I whispered, with a hint of warning.He remained composed, but his eyes and hand that clenched around my wrist indicated he was fuming inside. He’s been battling a glaring contest with Luhan, who only gives him an amused look.“Catalina, let's go.” Catherine’s tone was urgent.She really hates me getting close to Dante and I don't know why.I tried to get away from Dante’s grip, but he wouldn't even lift his finger off my wrist. “Dante, let go of me.”“Yeah, let go of my fiancée, Mr. Marcellos.” M

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    95

    CATALINA A dashing Dante Marcellos, holding a wine while wearing a profound face, suddenly appeared out of nowhere.Why is he everywhere?!Before Luhan could even talk back to him, I pulled Dante by his wrist and away from the eyes of those people who knew about us.Well, I guess no individual didn't know Dante and his relationship with me.I let him go when we reached the balcony and I hastily closed the door. Abby was waiting inside while guarding the door.“What the hell are you doing here?” I hissed, frustrated that he really came here after what happened with him and Mr. Yu.“I arranged this party just to see you.”“WHAT?!”A smirk flits across his face, indicating he's just messing with me.Damn, he almost gave me a heart attack. I anxiously ran my hands through my hair as I leaned against the railings while letting out a sigh. Just then, a chilly breeze made me wrap my arms around myself and tighten my coat. I totally forgot it's freaking cold outside.I suddenly felt Dante’

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    94

    CATALINAI softly moaned as soon as the hawthorn fruit coated in rock sugar invaded my mouth and a soft and sweet flavor melted on my tongue. Crunchy and sweet on the outside but soft and tart on the inside. “What is this?”“Tanghulu.” I raised my gaze at the man who was sitting in the opposite seat. It was Luhan Wang.He's been there since I sat here while I was devouring my own food. It's annoying that he did not leave me alone.Don't tell me he took Catherine’s words seriously.“Don't believe her words. She's just drunk.”With a sigh, I pick up a bun that has yellow filling inside. I don't know what this is, but I think it will taste good–“We never know.”My brow raised at Luhan. What does he mean by we never know?“I will not get married again. I've had enough and am so done with it.”I rolled my eyes and was about to eat the bun, but his next words made me lose my appetite.“What if it works out this time?”I cursed at him through my death glare. “What the fuck?”He smiles smu

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    93

    CATALINA“I saw you with Catherine taking off earlier. Where have you been?” Mr. Yu asked as soon as I closed the door of his, I think, study room.With a scowl, I face him, comfortably on the couch and light a cigarette. I stared at him, confused by his query.Why is he asking me about that?“You can ask your wife regarding that matter, sir.” I firmly responded and leaned against the door.I don't have plans to sit and have a chit-chat with him. There are still more important things I should work on today.He scoffed as his gaze on me became stern and cold. “This is my second and last time to ask you. Where did you go?”He's kind of intimidating. His fingers tapping on the armchair caught my attention. He seems impatient, seeking the answer he wanted.But why can't he just ask his wife about it?“Shopping,” I lied instead. “You didn't bring any paper bags with you.”Shrugging my shoulders, I crossed my arms over my chest and reasoned, “I couldn't find anything pretty.”His jaw clen

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    92

    CATALINAKill him?My eyes darkened at the man. He had a huge gash cut across his cheek, one eye swollen shut, and a mosaic of blue and purple bruises on his face.He hung heavily with a rope around his wrists, gasping for breath, blood trickling from his mouth and wounds.He looks unrecognizable, but I figure out who he is through his skull tattoo on his left chest.“Kill the person who killed your baby, Catalina.”James…My hands curled tightly and firmly, smoldering with resentment as rage thrummed through my veins.The fury and pain came back, and without a word, I took hold of the gun, aiming it at James.This is what I was supposed to do if I found out who was responsible for my baby's death. I want him to feel the pain and sorrow I experienced when he took the innocent life from me.“Ma'am–”“Shut up.”Catherine stops Abby from interrupting.“You don't have to do this–”“I said shut up, Black woman!”“Remember who you are.”My finger trembles at the trigger. “If you won't shut

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    91

    CATALINA“Does she really have to be with you all the time?”Catherine’s comment about Abby tagging along with us made me roll my eyes in disbelief. “Yes. She’s my air, so I can't live without her.” I uttered lazily and looked at her with a serious face. “Really,” I continued firmly, trying to hide my laugh at her reaction.She groans as she looks away, shaking her head. Obviously, she didn't take my joke.I know she doesn't want Abby with me all the time, but that's one of my conditions for agreeing to come with her here in China.I take a glance at Abby behind me. She looks uncomfortable, sitting beside the man who has been chewing his gum for an hour now.“So, where are you taking me? You're not going to bury me ten feet below the ground just because I talked back to you, right?”We're in an SUV with Catherine, her two armed men, and a driver. I'm not sure where we're heading. However, I don't feel nervous at all.It's not that I trust her. Because I know she hasn't used me yet an

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    90

    CATALINAAbby and I exchanged glances, nervous about what to say to the kid who might have heard us. He won't tattle it to his mother or father, right? That would be the end of us.“C-Chen. Hi.” I started and smiled widely as I strode to him.He obediently sat on the bed with a faint smile before looking down at his lap. He’s a shy type of guy and I hope he’s also the type of kid who won't accidentally tell his parents about what he has seen or heard around here.I squatted and leveled my face at him. “Why are you here?”He quietly fidgeted with his fingers, avoiding my gaze. Don't tell me he has seen that scene in the living room.“What's wrong?” I softly asked and slowly, his hand reached his stomach. “Are you hungry?” When he slowly nodded, I finally sighed in relief. “Come on, let's have breakfast.”Abby followed us behind as we headed to the dining room. It was already clean. I instructed Abby to tell the servants to prepare the child’s breakfast. Abby knows how to speak Mandari

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    89

    CATALINA“I'm not going with you.”Dante hastily snatched the phone from me with a frown on his face and fury in his eyes.“Lina, I will take care of this. Just go back home and be safe.” He said with gritted teeth.My pulse pounded with tension as I let out a deep breath and ran my hands through the back of my neck. “I need to figure this out, Dante.”He held my arm tightly, enough to control his anger, not to explode. “I know and I will do it for you–”“I need to figure it out on my own.”“Lina.” He huffed as his jaw clenched. “Can't you understand the danger there?”“I do.”“Then why are you being stubborn?!”With a sigh, I tried to take his hands off my arm. “Dante, stop treating me like a baby who always needs a guardian. Let me stand up on my own.”He scoffed as he let go of me and slammed the car door closed.“Stand up on your own? Then, you would have been dead by now because of those decisions you didn't think through properly.” He's talking about me blocking him earlier.“

  • THE REMARRIED HEIRESS    88

    CATALINAI can sense his irritation as he lets out a soft chuckle before chugging down a glass of water. With a firm grip around the glass, he placed it back on the table.Catherine continued her food with a mischievous smile. I bet she loves seeing this.“As far as I know, you talked with your first ex-husband.” His eyes locked on mine, filled with jealousy. “Why am I an exception?”I suddenly became uneasy and avoided his gaze. “J-James and I had matters to discuss before. And we don't.”With a big gulp, I finished the whole glass of water.“We do have a matter to discuss, baby.” I coughed at what he said. “The debt of your father. It’s still not paid.”Anxious, I shot him a glare, making sure it reached him. Why does he have to open that topic? It's making me more uncomfortable.“What debt?” Catherine confusedly asked, causing me to frown.“Her father owes me five billion.”“WHAT?!”Startled at her reaction, I assumed she didn't know about it.“You… didn't know?” “Since you're now

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