Chapter Fourty-TwoAuthor PovAs the days passed, Selena couldn't shake off the nagging worry that Ryan's desperation might push him to take drastic measures. The fear within her intensified with each passing moment, knowing that he held the power to expose all their secret misdeeds. Burdened by the weight of guilt and apprehension, Selena felt compelled to protect herself by planning an escape—an exile from a life tainted by deceit.Ryan had not told her about what he witnessed some days ago. He only called to inform her that he might have found a way to help himself out, but the sound of his voice had made her feel quite uneasy.In the quiet solitude of her bedroom, she stared out of the window, raindrops tracing melancholic paths down the glass. Her mind raced with thoughts of what Ryan might do next. She couldn't bear the thought of his actions spiraling out of control, threatening their own lives and futures.Determined to distance herself from the situation, Selena began meticul

Chapter Fourty FourAuthor's PovAfter the intense ordeal of defeating her ex-fiancé and best friend, Rose's heart yearned for a sense of closure. She knew that in order to truly move forward, she needed to confront the remnants of her past that still lingered in Italy with her contract husband, Alfonso.With determination in her eyes, Rose boarded a plane bound for her home country. As the hours stretched on, thoughts of her tumultuous relationship with her estranged husband flooded her mind. She wondered if he had changed, if their encounter would rekindle old wounds, or if there ever was a chance for the both of them to be together.Stepping foot on Rome's soil once again, Rose felt a mix of apprehension and nostalgia. Memories of her life with Alfonso, tainted by deceit and manipulation, resurfaced. She knew that facing him was necessary to find the closure she so desperately sought.With each step towards Alfonso's mansion, Rose rehearsed the words she wanted to say, trying to br

Chapter Fourty, SixAuthor's PovRyan sat alone in his cold prison cell, his heart heavy with anger and betrayal. Selena, his once-beloved partner, had turned her back on him in his darkest hour. Accused of embezzling funds from the Alfonso Company, Ryan had been left to face the consequences while Selena escaped unscathed.Ryan had trusted Selena with his heart and soul, believing in their love and the life they had planned together. But when the walls of suspicion closed in around him, she chose self-preservation over loyalty, leaving him behind without a second thought.As days turned into weeks, Ryan's anger grew like an inferno within him. The unfairness of his situation gnawed at his sanity, fueling his desire for vengeance. Every night, he replayed memories of their plans, which were now tainted by the bitter taste of deceit. He couldn't believe he had fallen for all her ruling an empire together nonsense.Oh, how gullible he was.Surrounded by cold steel and desolate silence,

Chapter Fourty-EightAuthor's PovOn a warm, sunny day, Rose found herself yearning for a break from the demands of everyday life. Alfonso was busy with work, and she wanted to spend time with friends who could bring laughter and joy back into her life, but since she had none here yet, she settled for one. And so she made plans to meet up with Rico, Alfonso's friend's boyfriend, for a day of fun and relaxation.The group gathered at a quaint café in the heart of the city, their faces lit up with anticipation. Rose had always admired the vibrant energy that Rico exuded, and his presence was sure to brighten her day.As they both settled into a cozy booth, conversation flowed effortlessly, tumbling from one topic to the next. Laughter filled the air as they reminisced about shared experiences and traded stories. The weight of responsibilities and worries seemed to dissipate as they basked in each other's company.She never really knew the tense and strict guy who always frowned whenever

Chapter FiftyAuthor's PovAlfonso sat by the window, watching the sun set and casting a warm golden glow across the room. As he gazed out into the world, his thoughts turned to Rose. A smile played on his lips as memories of their journey together flooded his mind.It had only been a few months since Alfonso had met Rose, and he couldn't help but marvel at the way she had brightened his life. From the moment they crossed paths, Alfonso knew that he had found someone special—someone who brought a radiant light into his world.Rose had a way of making the ordinary extraordinary. Her laughter was infectious, and her smile could melt even the coldest of hearts. She had a warmth about her that made Alfonso feel like he was wrapped in a cozy blanket on a chilly winter's night.Thinking back to their early days, Alfonso remembered how Rose had effortlessly woven herself into his family, especially his mother. The bond between them had grown stronger over time, and Alfonso marveled at the in