All Chapters of THE WIFE HE BETRAYED, THE WOMAN HE FEARS: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

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Learning to walk again.

Sofia's POV Marcus's voice reeled through me as I grabbed the edge of the bars, trying to stand on feet from the wheelchair. “You will never learn to walk again if you get too comfortable being crippled. And I'm sure you must have heard about me. I do not condone or tolerate laziness.” Marcus gritted. “Lazy people make my blood boil.” He said to me with a smirk, and I felt anger wash through me. His words were mocking, but at the same time, they were triggering. “Stand up and walk, Sofia!” He yelled at me, and my breath grew heavier with each passing moment I spent under his voice. My mother had introduced the idea of bringing in some instructors from the military. She said one of the doctors had suggested it to her. She asked for my opinion and I agreed right away. Even though my mother is willing to try all options to ensure that I walk again. She's not willing to risk my health at all. Even though I had insisted a million times, she kept reminding me not to pressure myself a

Last Updated : 2025-12-19

Santoro's Miserable Marriage.

Santoro's POVI threw my head back on the car seat and heaved a deep sigh as I tried to catch my breath. I looked out the window at the mansion that once brought me nothing but peace, but now I dread even stepping into the sitting room. Today was such a miserable day for me, and the only thing I need right now is some warm bath, hot food and the comfort of my wife's body. “Oh Sofia!” Her name slipped out of my mouth and I shut my eyes in frustration with my fist clenched together. Sure, I never loved Sofia. But at least she was more endearing. She would never scream at me or make me feel worthless. She never rubbed the help she offered in my face. There was always food at home, and I looked forward to coming home every night. I didn’t realise it then, but now I do. “I miss you terribly,” I muttered to myself, not bothering to keep lying. I finally stepped out of the car and retrieved my suitcase. My eyes fell on the documents on the other seat and I shrugged. This was the reas

Last Updated : 2025-12-19

Drowning in business.

Sofia's POV “What did you say?” I swallowed the big chunk of fruit in my mouth and cleared my throat. I looked back at one of the maids standing behind me with her head bowed. “Yes Miss Sofia. The man had just arrived and requested your presence.” She informed me and I nodded my head. “Alright,” I said and dropped the fork I was holding. I wheeled out my chair and moved towards the entrance of the house. My mother and the maids followed behind me, not daring to help me. I had warned all of them, they are to help me only when I ask for it. “Good morning, Miss Estaban.” I heard a man in a suit greet me with a heavy smile and a bow. I could already sense he's one of the company executives and already looking for favour. When I had called the management team yesterday morning requesting for documents and reports from the last three years, he had volunteered to bring them himself.In his words, he wanted to supervise the transfer to make sure nothing missed. His excuse made sense to m

Last Updated : 2025-12-21

Memory Fragments- Wedding day.

I opened my eyes and it was night already. “Oh No!” I whispered in disappointment and quickly jerked off the desk where I had laid my head. I looked out the window and the sky had turned dark already. I must have dozed off. I yawned and picked up the document I had been reading. Since this morning when the boxes arrived, I have not moved an inch away from the library. Maids kept on bringing coffee for me to drink and my mother had to plead with me to at least have lunch. The door to the library pushed open and my mother was right there peeping through the door. This is probably the hundredth time she has come to check on me. “Mother, I'm fine. You don't have to treat me like a little child.” I complained and yawned. “Just look at you. Tiredness is written all over your face.” My mother complained and I scoffed. “And there you are, checking on me over and over again. That means you are as tired as I am.” I countered and she chuckled in defeat. “At least come down and have dinne

Last Updated : 2025-12-21

First board meeting.

Sofia's POV “You look absolutely breathtaking.” My mother complimented with a whisper to my ear as she wheeled me into the conference hall. “Thank you mother,” I responded, making sure to maintain my composure and smile. I had insisted on coming over here alone. I didn't want anyone to see me as a crippled spoiled brat who needs the help of others all the time. But my mother had refused bluntly. She said she wanted to be here to support and cheer me on as I make my first big move. Seeing how excited she was for me and all the efforts she had put in ever since I woke up. I thought it was only wise to grant her this request and not be so stubborn about it. For three days straight, I have been preparing for this meeting. After so much contemplation, I finally decided to have a board meeting and establish my place in the company. News has been flying all over about my brother's plan to sabotage and have all the executives on his side. I do not plan on engaging in any war with him,

Last Updated : 2025-12-21

Hostile Territory.

Sofia's POV “If there are no further questions, can we proceed to the next agenda of the day?” I asked with a wide grin on my face. The room suddenly fell quiet and they all turned their gazes towards me. “Uhmm..” Ricardo tried saying something but he was definitely short of words. “What about the market strategy…” he tried coming up with another question. “That was the first question you asked me. Would you like me to go over it again with you? You seem ignorant and it needs someone to lecture you.” I chuckled mockingly, giving him a taste of his own medicine. “I would gladly do that Mr Ricardo. After all, I'm the CEO of this company and it is my duty to do so.” I smiled as I spoke and his nose flared up in anger. “Oh my goodness!”“She has Ricardo by the neck.” “What are we going to do now?”“If Ricardo can't face her successfully, then neither of us stand any chance.” Their words flew in and out of my ear and it took a lot of self restraint for me not to break out in laught

Last Updated : 2025-12-21

Santoro's Humiliation.

Santoro's POV I stood behind Mayor Eduardo and other political officials with a fake smile plastered all over my face. It is no longer news that I'm his son in law, so I must appear perfect at all times, especially in public.The camera flashes and clicks chimed towards me and I made sure to wave to the best of my ability. I had spent two whole months perfecting my smile and wave. It would be crazy of me not to get it right, especially after doing it for so long. “Mayor Eduardo! It's so nice to see you after a long time. How is your beautiful daughter, Lucia?” I heard one of the government officials say. “My darling friend…” the Mayor said and they both shook and hugged each other with wide grins on their faces. I bet they hate each other's gut deep down. “My daughter is doing okay.” The Mayor answered and they began to chat. “I'm sorry I could not attend her wedding. I trust you gave her away to a fine young man.” The man said and the Mayor went quiet with a slight frown.“Well

Last Updated : 2025-12-23

Lady Marta's greed.

Santoro's POV My feet shook beneath my legs and I took careful steps towards them both. The grin they had on their faces looked both suspicious and scary at the same time. I can't remember the last time my mother looked at me like that, nor did Lucia. I'm always on the edge around them, so I really do not know how to react to them now. “What's happening?” I was forced to ask. “How did the meeting at the city hall go?” Lucia was the one who asked and my eyes widened with shock. But I regained myself and cleared my throat to appear confident. If she's asking, it's definitely because she didn't know about what happened then. So I'm just going to play along and pray her father says nothing to her afterwards. “It went well… I made sure to do good and Major Eduardo was impressed.” I lied with a forced smile plastered all over my face. “Really?” Lucia raised a brow and my eyelashes fluttered. I staggered back a little, but I made sure to keep a firm face. “Yes, uhmm…” I stammered un

Last Updated : 2025-12-23

Memory Fragments- Lady Marta's Cruelty.

Sofia's POV I pressed my fingers against my forehead hoping to ease out the throbbing headache that had spread all over my head. Ever since the meeting at the company, it has been tense and awkward ever since. I have gone to the company a few more times and for the past two days, I have been preparing vigorously on the proposal that was finally approved that day. I'm so glad that I put my foot down and didn't allow them to bully me. Even though Ricardo tried his possible best to appear tough and unshaken, I made sure to put him in his place. Now everyone understands and has a little respect for me. But I know deep down within me that's not enough. I must do more and continue to prove myself till every doubt and hatred they have against me is eradicated. “I'm just going to cross and match this together.” I whispered as I drew lines on the paper I was holding matching things together. My hand searched for the coffee mug on the table but I broke the cup instead. The mug fell on th

Last Updated : 2025-12-23

Walking without support.

Sofia's POV My hand gripped the bar harder than usual and I gritted my teeth in determination, unwilling to give up. Marcus' breath hovered around me reminding me of what I must endure and achieve. “Take your hands off the bars, Sofia. I already told you it will get more brutal than usual.” Marcus slammed his palms together, and I looked back at him with glaring eyes.“You can hate me all you want. But make sure you do as I have said, unless you want to be punished.” He threatened me with a wide grin and I knew he wasn't playing around with me. He meant every word he just said. Sweat and tears poured down my face as I tried to take my hands off the bar. It's been six long weeks of immense training with hard labour. My mother had walked in on us twice before now, when she heard me cry in pain. She has tried saving me from Marcus countless times, and even though I really wanted to go with her, I wouldn't dare. I was too determined to finish with this six weeks session and I promis

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