Semua Bab Twisted vows : Bab 1 - Bab 5

Alessia’s POV.As I entered Romanov Industries, the atmospheric tension coiled around me tightly like a strangling noose. The transparent office partitions failed to suppress the muted conversations alongside keyboard clatter while an unsettling tension permeated throughout the building's corners.My brisk walk down the corridor produced sharp heel clicks on the marble floor while each step bore the heavy expectations I struggled to maintain. This company emerged from nothingness through my efforts and I maintained its existence using my blood and sweat following Elena’s death.Upon entering the conference room, I found Sofia Moretti, my assistant, standing there in anticipation. Her dark eyes showed flickering concern while Daniel, my CFO, rose from his seat and adjusted his tie with his usual grim expression.He dispensed with formalities by beginning abruptly, “We have a problem,” while thrusting the printed report towards me. My eyes only brushed its surface for an instant but I

ALESSIA’s POV.The rush of blood in my ears made my mother's muffled sobs barely audible. My trembling hands gripped the contract she was moments from signing while my knuckles turned white against its sharp edges. The turmoil inside me raged on while my voice emerged with unwavering firmness. “ I want to meet with Nikolai, before I make a decision. ”Arturo reclined in his chair while his fingers drummed absentmindedly on the smooth mahogany desk surface. His gaze held a detached amusement viewing me as merely a pawn on his board. "Your time limit stands at twenty-four hours," he declared with a lazy drawl. An abrupt breath escaped my lungs.The bastard.My mother’s hand shook next to me while she gripped her silk robe desperately trying to use it as a shield against the harsh reality before her. This was not what she deserved. She bore no responsibility for the situation yet found herself in the crossfire.I forced a swallow, glared at my father before making my exit.My journey t