All Chapters of MY ENEMY'S DAUGHTER: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

AVELINA’S POV The sunset behind us as the sky fades to glow first and then to molten glass. I sit next to Allessandro as he drives back to the safe house. My lips still swollen from the kisses and my body still warmth from is touch as i am wrapped in his jacket. On of his hands is on my thighs as the other is on the steering wheel as the car is filled with silence. My hands tracing small circles on the back of his palm as he glances at me every second before his eyes goes back to the road. “You're quiet,” he murmurs. “So are you.” "I am just trying to keep my thoughts in check." He says as he exhales softly. “That sounds risky,” I tease. He smirks. “It is.” The gate of the Genoa safe house comes into view, a place that used to make me feel like i was in a cage but right now it feels different. "Can you tell me what you're thinking about?" I ask holding his hand. “You,” he replies simply. “And the way you are looking at me because if you continue i will pull o

The bathroom feels too stuffy for me, filled with the worry brewing inside. My hands tremble as I hold the pregnancy test strip, a simple but heavy tool that can change my future. I can hear Allessandro pacing outside the door. He wanted to be in here with me, but I refused because I felt uncomfortable. He is close enough for me to hear him breathe in and out every few seconds."Are you okay in there? Do you need help?" His voice rumbles through the door."I am okay," I reply. It's a lie. I'm not fine; I'm nervous. How could I be fine when there might be a life growing inside me? My stomach twists as I think of my father, the stalker, Lucia, and Orlando.My thoughts drift to Allessandro, how he held my face in his hands, his voice shaking with a mix of excitement and nervousness shining in his eyes.His hands shook when he held my face. His voice broke when he said he would be happy. I remember the stunned look in his eyes when I told him I was late.I close my eyes and let my mind wa

ALLESSANDRO’s POVThe house feels different since the news of Avelina’s pregnancy came out. The guards walk with extra precautions, stands straight and guide the house extra hard. I walk past them through the hallway towards my room where she is, with a cup of warm tea and some snacks. Getting in i notice Avelina on the bed, curled up with her knees to her chest. The blanket draped around her. She turns over her shoulder immediately the door flung open.“I noticed you didn’t sleep.” she murmurs.“I had to watch you,” I respond quietly.Setting the cup of tea on the night stand, i sit beside her on the bed as my fingers brush through her hair.“How are you feeling ?” I ask.She thinks for a moment. “Tired. Strange. Hungry… and not hungry.”A smile curves my lips.“That sounds about right.”She shifts, propping herself up on one elbow. “You’ve been pacing.”“I’ve been planning.”“That’s worse,” she says softly.I lean down, pressing my forehead to hers. “I know. But listen to me.”Her

AVELINA’S POV As I stand in front of the mirror, smoothing my dress, I feel how soft and loose it is around my waist. A lot has changed since I became pregnant. Allessandro has updated my wardrobe, giving me new choices. He watches me from the doorway, looking distracted. “You shouldn’t stare at me like that,” I say softly. “I have to,” he replies. “You look pretty.” I laugh. “I’m just going out for dinner.” “This is your first outing since we got the news about the baby,” he says, adjusting his shirt. “You’re acting like it’s a big deal.” “It is.” His hand rests on my lower back, grounding and warm. When he leads me outside, the cool night air brushes against my skin, fragrant with the sea. The car is waiting, and the guards stand discreet but close. He opens the door for me, as he always does. Genoa is alive with energy. Laughter and soft music spill out from the restaurant as people go about their evening. For the first time, I don’t feel like an outsider. The

AVELINA'S POVMy phone vibrates in hand as i lay on the bed. A single message from an unknown number which causes my chest to tighten. Allessandro is in his study having a chat with Emilio which means i am alone in the room. My fingers lingers on the phone before opening it to read the message.Unknown"You're looking nice these days. I am glad you're doing well."I try to reread it again as my fingers go cold, nobody knows this number except Allessandro and Emilio. The room begins to feel small as look around to make sure nobody is watching me from the outside. another message pops in before i can respond to the first one.Unknown"I am not nearby, you can relax."I sit slowly on the bed as i try to process the words i am reading, placing my hand over my stomach as another message pop in again.UnknownCongratulations, by the way. You always did like permanence.He knows about the pregnancy. He knows about everything and has been monitoring my moves. My chest tightens at the thought