All Chapters of Tangled by lies : Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

~41~ChiaraHe looked at me. “What are you talking about? Come with me, I need to show you something.” He uttered and started to head to the door. With eyebrows drawn together, I followed behind him. The house was so huge. The ceiling was too far away for you’d question how the chandeliers were able to get there. And of course, it was all in black and gold. We reached the end of the corridor, he pushed open the door that was facing us, and held the knob as though he was contemplating something first.He turned back to me and his eyes found mine, “Behind this door is my heart. I’m about to shed my heart naked for you, Chiara. I’d never done this before.” He said, his eyes so serious that a slight chill crept into my heart. What the hell was behind the door?He sighed and pushed it open. He held the door open for me to enter. With a heavy heart, I walked inside. My feet halted along with my heart and breathing. My wide eyes looked around the room. I felt like my eyes weren’t enough. What

~43~CarmeloI was such a dick. It was too much. Of course, it was too much for her to take in one go. First, I ignored her existence, and then showed her that she was my entire world. Who wouldn’t be confused and shocked, you dumbass?I fist my hand, not wanting to punch the wall and shock her out of her sleep. Her even breath filled the room and calmed my mind. I pulled the sheets and tucked her nicely before picking a chair and sitting a few inches from her. This was the second time she had a breakdown because of me. I would never let this happen ever again. And I would never forgive myself for causing it.For someone who has been stalking her for years, I didn’t know that she had anxiety. That was because I didn’t want to meddle with her personal life and only focused on what could get me to know her better. I’d tried to consult my doctor on what to do to cure her and he said there wasn’t any quick answer to it but that didn’t mean it was impossible. The man said I was supposed to

~45~ChiaraHe hissed, touching his red cheek, “That was a tight slap, and I deserved it. I’m sorry.” He said, our gazes held for a moment. I couldn’t believe he admitted his mistakes and apologized to me. Oh, he was better than I. “Where is this place anyway?” I finally asked what was eating me alive since I last opened my eyes. He smiled. He fucking smiled when I told him not to just a minute ago.He walked past me, making his way to the glass doors, and pushed them open to a large balcony with glass railings. My feet moved in their own accord, and my breath was caught by the view before me. “Welcome to Portofino, love. Welcome home.” He said, spreading his arms proudly.“Oh my God.” I covered my mouth and went to stand with him by the railings. I wasn’t aware the house was at the ocean front, so my vision went further, getting lost in the endless deep blue and silhouettes of hills with smoke covering them in its surroundings. “Do you like it?” he asked. I looked at him and then loo

~47~ChiaraThe door was opened, and then the humming and footsteps came, followed by a swoosh sound, before light hit my face, making my eyes squint. I stared at the ceiling. There was a reason why maids never entered my bedroom unless I let them. I hated people touching my things more than anything. “Oh, goodness gracious!” Marina jumped and my eyes bored on her, holding her chest with wide eyes. Tsk tsk tsk, she was so jumpy, not done. “You’re awake, Madam? Good morning,” she asked. “I wasn’t asleep.” I sat up, stretching my arms. “You might wake up early, but you can’t beat my boss, I doubt he even catches a sleep.” She said, taking the basket of dirty clothes, and made her way out.Honestly, most nights I couldn’t sleep either. Some days I could get an hour or two, and that’s it. I personally couldn’t believe how I was still functioning with my sickening sleeping behavior. But then again, I’d rather stay awake for a whole night than shut my eyes and be drawn to hell. The hell th

~49~ChiaraMorning came, and for the first time in my life I didn’t hate it much. I opened the door just in time for him to open his too. “Good morning, love.” He took my hand, kissed my knuckle, and then flashed me a smile. How could I not reply? I found out not long ago that his smile was a weapon; it did something foreign to my body. And it wasn’t good for my plan. “Good morning.” I smiled curtly. And we started to walk down together, “Are we leaving now?” I asked. “After breakfast, love. Come on, Marina has already made something for us.” He said, ushering me to the dining room. I wasn’t used to havinbreakfast at home either. This man was defying everything that I was used to.Last night I told him I wanted to explore Portofino over texts, after our shared first hug. He promised to show me around today. I could use some fresh air after spending an entire night thinking about Mama and Marco’s well-being. I knew what to expect, but I still wished they were doing fine.He pulled out