Isabella’s POV Mama's confession shattered something inside me. I stared at her, waiting for her to explain, to tell me I had misunderstood. But she only cried, clutching her trembling hands against her chest. “No,” I whispered. “You wouldn't do that to Papa.” “Isabella, please listen.” “Then tell me the truth!” My voice echoed through the room. Alexander stood beside me, silent, his expression unreadable. For once, he didn't attempt to interfere. Mama wiped her tears. “That night, Daniel asked me to meet him outside an abandoned warehouse. He said he had evidence against the Monteverde family and wanted us to leave the country immediately.” “Then what happened?” “I went there, but I wasn't alone. Richard had followed me. He wanted the documents your father possessed.” My stomach twisted. “
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