Semua Bab When the Don Inherits His Brother's Widow: Bab 1 - Bab 10

I watched that clip over and over, ten times in total. In it, Luca Salvatore's gaze on Cindy Newton's belly was more sincere than the look he had when he swore his vows to me in the church five years ago.The screen went dark, reflecting my numb face. At that moment, I had to admit that the man who once swore he would never betray me was gone.The bedroom door opened. Luca walked in, exhausted. When he saw me, the gloom in his eyes softened instantly. "Why aren't you asleep? Didn't I tell you not to wait up?"He walked over, leaning in to kiss me out of habit. But I turned my head, and his lips brushed my hair instead."I just woke up," I replied lightly. My gaze fell on the faint smear of foundation on his shirt collar.Luca's hand froze midair, then withdrew as if nothing had happened. He sat beside me and said, "Xandra, I'm sorry. The senior members of the family have been putting pressure on me lately. I've neglected you."Before, I would've reached out and smoothed his furro

The atmosphere in the living room was tense. Cindy sat reclined against the couch, while Luca sat close beside her, protectively guarding her belly. Across from them sat Luca's mother, Krista Mangione, along with several of the Salvatore family's senior elders.When I walked downstairs, every gaze turned to me at once. From their stares, I felt it all—scrutiny, disdain, contempt, and even pity."Xandra." Luca stood, about to come over, but a single look from Krista stopped him.One of the elders cleared his throat and spoke sternly. "Since everyone is here, let's get to the point. As agreed, now that Ms. Newton is carrying the Salvatore family bloodline, Luca can officially assume the position of Don. I believe their wedding should also be arranged. Why not announce this joyous news at the coronation ceremony in a few days?"I noticed Luca was looking down at Cindy with concern, as if he hadn't even heard the conversation. A sharp pain twisted in my chest.Without stopping, I walk

Luca bolted out of the banquet hall like a madman.Cindy gathered her skirt and chased after him, screaming, "Luca! Where are you going? The ceremony isn't over!"Luca didn't hear a single word. His mind held only one name—Xandra. He couldn't lose me.By the time he arrived, our home had already been reduced to ashes."Where is she?" He grabbed one of his men, his eyes bloodshot.The man's face was pale as he trembled and handed over a box. "Don Salvatore… This is all we found…"Luca's hands trembled as he opened it. Inside lay a charred ring. It was our wedding ring. His vision went black, and he nearly collapsed."Get off me!" He shoved away the men holding him steady and rushed into the ruins, digging through the scorching debris with his bare hands. But he found nothing. Except for that ring, I had left nothing behind. At that moment, he finally realized that the most important person in his life had been lost by his own hand.Luca's coronation and wedding turned into a j

On the day of the summit, Luca and Cindy arrived in full formal attire. She clung to him, flaunting her status as the Donna of the Salvatore family. But Luca seemed distracted, feeling as though a familiar gaze lingered somewhere in the hall.Just then, the banquet hall doors swung open, and the entire room fell silent. Dressed in a fiery red gown, I walked in slowly, surrounded by a group of black-clad men.When Luca saw my face, his pupils shrank, and he froze where he stood. Cindy saw me, too. Her face drained of color as she clutched Luca's arm tighter. "Xandra? Aren't you…"I ignored them and walked straight toward the main platform. Each step felt like it landed directly on Luca's heart.He tried to rush toward me, but the elders beside him held him back. "Don Salvatore, stay calm!"I reached the platform. The host immediately pulled out a chair for me with respect. I sat and picked up the microphone. My voice rang through the hall. "Everyone, it's a pleasure to meet you.

Cindy met a tragic end. Luca had crippled both her and her lover, then locked them together. He said, "Since you love each other that much, then stay together forever."As for Cindy's family, the Salvatore family crushed them because of the deception, and they were eventually divided by rival families.After dealing with Cindy, Luca thought I would change my mind. He came to a charity auction I was hosting, carrying a gift—Heart of Summer, a pink diamond bought at an outrageous price. He wanted to prove that he hadn't forgotten what I liked."Xandra, this is for you," he said as he held out the diamond-adorned necklace.I didn't even glance at it. "Don Salvatore, there's nothing between us to discuss.""Xandra, I've dealt with Cindy," he hurriedly explained. "That child wasn't mine. She lied to me the whole time. The only person I've ever loved is you!""So?" I looked at him coldly. "Does that change the fact that you betrayed me?""I…" He was at a loss for words."Luca, do you