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The rooftop terrace was unlit, swallowed in darkness. Only a tiny red glow flickered faintly in the night.Francesco leaned back in his chair, his long fingers lifting a cigarette to his lips. He took a drag and slowly exhaled.The drifting smoke, like him, was soon consumed by the darkness. Only after finishing the cigarette did he press the stub into the ashtray and rise to return to his room.Right now, the only thing he wanted was control of the Este family.As for everything else… he forced himself not to think about it anymore.Picking up the medicine bottle from the bedside table, he poured out a painkiller and swallowed it with water.Only after the pounding in his head eased slightly did he finally lie down.The night felt unbearably long. He woke countless times, and in the morning, he was roused by Luther's laughter."Adriana, Bianca, these chocolates are for you. If there's anything else you want, just tell me. I'll go buy it for you."Suzie stood nearby with her a

Francesco remained silent. By the time he stepped outside the hotel, Adriana had already driven away.He settled into the back seat and closed his eyes to rest. He had been busy since morning without a break, and both his body and mind were exhausted.Mars drove quietly. Before long, they caught up to Adriana's car.She still wasn't very familiar with the roads or traffic rules here, so she drove slowly.Mars reduced his speed as well, silently following behind her car.Francesco sensed the change and slightly furrowed his brow. "Why are we slowing down?""Miss Adler's car is up ahead."Francesco opened his eyes and looked forward.One car after another overtook Adriana and cut in front of her, yet she maintained the same steady, unhurried pace.The city was enormous, making the car ahead seem especially small, drifting alone through unfamiliar streams of traffic.Suddenly, he thought about how Adriana had traveled alone to a foreign country, stubbornly clinging to something

Adriana did not rush to tell Francesco about her plans to return to Heatherton City. She certainly wasn't about to let him feel pleased about it—but she did tell Bianca.At first, Bianca flatly refused. Adriana insisted that someone was bullying the pregnant Bella and that she had to go back to protect her. Only then did Bianca finally relent.On the night before her departure, Adriana went to find Mars."Mars, I'm returning to Heatherton City tomorrow. Please let your boss know if he asks later."Mars' expression immediately tightened with panic. "Miss Adler… are you giving up on the boss?"Inwardly, he thought, 'It's over. The divorce papers really have caused trouble.'"I'm going back to Heatherton City to take care of something.""When will you return?"Adriana shook her head. "I don't know."At the very least, she needed to wait until Bella's situation was resolved.When Adriana had once been at her most helpless, Bella had stayed by her side.Now that Bella was in trou

That night, the plane landed in Heatherton City.Bella had already arranged for a driver to pick up Adriana. After parting ways with Oliver, the car drove Adriana straight into a villa district and slowly came to a stop.Adriana pushed open the door and stepped out. Bella was already waiting at the entrance, with Patrick following behind her."Baby, you must be exhausted. Come in quickly," Bella said, looping her arm through Adriana's.Adriana smiled and held her hand back. "As long as I'm coming to see you, no distance is too far.""My darling is the best to me," Bella said brightly, leading her inside.On the sofa in the living room sat a middle-aged woman who looked to be in her fifties.Adriana had already guessed her identity—this was likely Patrick's mother. Mother and son did resemble each other somewhat.Politely, she greeted her. "Hello, Mrs. Louis. I'm Bella's friend, Adriana."Christina Sanders gave a slight nod, a faint, ambiguous smile on her lips. "I've seen you

"Home already?" Francesco's low, magnetic voice came through the phone."I've landed in Heatherton City, and I'm on my way home," Adriana replied."Oliver drove you back?"Adriana curled her lips slightly. "I drove myself.""Be careful.""Did you call me for something?"She didn't believe Francesco would be considerate enough to call just to confirm her safe arrival."If you have time, go keep Grandpa Scott company. My dad's busy with work, so Grandpa might get lonely at home.""Got it. If there's nothing else, I'm hanging up."There were many roads in the world, but safety always came first—especially since Bella, who was pregnant, was still in the car. Adriana didn't dare get distracted.There was a brief silence on the other end.Then a low "Mm," followed by the beep of the call disconnecting."Was that Francesco?" Bella asked, turning her head.Adriana nodded. "He told me to visit his Grandpa Scott when I have time."Bella snorted indignantly. "He's really gotten bold