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Chapter 179. Another Scheme

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“Why did she come here?” Leonardo asked, his tone tight and strained.

Sofia looked up, startled by the sudden tension in his voice. “What’s wrong, Leonardo? I thought you cared about her.”

Leonardo sighed, running a hand through his hair in frustration. “You… you don’t like her being around, so I just—” He paused. “I thought you shouldn’t have to deal with that stress. I didn’t want you to see her.”

Sofia gave a small smile, her voice calm but firm. “It’s fine… as long as you’re not entertaining her advances.”

Then she added, her expression turning serious, “Because, Leonardo… a wife can bear anything—but not betrayal. Not a broken trust.”

Leonardo's heart sank. Her words hit harder than any punch. He nodded, swallowing the guilt clawing at his chest.

“Okay, let’s sleep now,” Sofia said softly, brushing his hair back. “In the morning, we’ll go to the hospital to have your wound properly checked.”

“I’m fine,” Leonardo murmured. “Actually… I’m more than fine when you’re with me.”

He gen
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