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Apparently Francisco planned ahead and I had a mafia henchman left at my disposal - a little perk of being the mafia leader’s favorite. I have him watch Leo’s home as he reports back to me. I wait in patience as I plan my next move. I’m brushing my hair after a much needed luxurious bath. Staying in a hiding hole that mirrored a rat motel had left me feeling filthy. I see my a notification on my phone and read it quickly.‘The girl was crying and she’s leaving the house with a few things. No sign of the man.’‘Follow them.’ I answer without a second thought. Where was little ditsy Claire going at this hour? It couldn’t be work related after the “unfortunate” incident that happened to her hand. So where was she going?‘She was dropped off at what looks like a friend’s house. It’s a big gated house and there’s a girl outside waiting for her. There’s also some sort of maid with her.’ That vile little Elena must have accompanied the infantile peasant to her friend’s house. I just couldn’t

I watch recounting my argument with Leo to Jasmine as I wiped what little tears I had left. “Don’t cry, I’m here for whatever you need. You can stay with me for as long as you need, hun.” Jasmine reassured me as she hands me a tissue and a bottle of water.“He chose Charlotte, Jas. He even offered himself as a sacrifice for her after everything she’s done to me. How could I ever trust him again?” I shudder as I speak.Suddenly, I hear my phone ring and see an unknown number is calling. I put the call on speaker as I answer. It was Mason. He gave clear instructions and notified me that there was someone in the area who had followed me. Charlotte was relentless.I listen to his warning and respond before the call disconnects.“Let’s close all the blinds!” Jasmine says as she moves to the windows throughout the house. Elena follows suit as they hurry to secure the house. I get up and walk to the sliding doors as I hear a rattling noise from the far end of the yard and see a man jumping

I sit down in the visitation room expecting to see Charlotte but I’m shocked when I see another woman enter. A woman I had forgotten after all these years. At the door, I see my ex-lover Julia’s sister.“This is what you do with your life after the murder of my sister.” She huffs as she sits down. “She would be disappointed in your actions.” She scoffs as she sits.“Dalia, what are you doing here in the US?” I ask quizzically. I hadn’t spoken to her since her sister was still alive and pregnant with my child.“I came to see what had become of the man responsible for the murder of my sister. A shame that she passed for this.” She motions a hand at me.“Don’t disrespect the dead.” I warn.“You are one to talk. Look at where you are. You flee France for a woman - right after the death of our beloved Julia. A death caused by your carelessness.”“I loved her.” “You shamed her. Pregnant by a rival mafia leader and carrying your bastard with not even a ring?” She slams her hands down.“I pl

Seeing Charlotte at my door had angered me but after inviting her in, I began to realize her delusion. Charlotte genuinely believed that Claire’s absence would push me to her. A thought that has never crossed my mind.I hear her as she sits in disbelief at my words. I watch as she shakes her head in denial.“Charlotte, I didn’t choose you because I didn’t want to marry you. I allowed you to ruin every relationship I had with other women because I felt indebted to you. I ran to your side because I felt guilt for what I thought had happened to you. What I know now, was a ruse created and executed by your father for financial security. I chose Claire because she was the type of woman I wanted. I married her in spite of your dedication because I love her.” I state plainly as I try to conceal my anger.“But Leo, I love you.” She argues as I see the desperation in her eyes.“You don’t love me, Charlotte. If you loved me - you wouldn’t have deceived me. You wouldn’t betray me. You wouldn’t f

After Mason leaves, I try to stay calm as I’m comforted by Elena and Jasmine. “Don’t worry, hun. I called for additional security to come watch the house as well. You’ll be safe here.” “I’m not safe anywhere.” “I can stay with you tonight, Ms. Claire.” Elena offers. “We can all have a sleepover.” Jasmine offers with a smile. I nod in agreement. I couldn’t bear sleeping alone after what had just happened. “We can even have your therapist do your visits here.” She suggests. “There’s no point.” “What do you mean, Ms. Claire?” Elena asks in confusion. “The muscular atrophy has started. My hand will sooner be stone than pliable.” I remove my splint and show them what I had started to notice the last few days. Jasmine touches it gently and feels the rigid tendons under my skin. “I’m so sorry, Claire.” Jasmine says softly as Elena seems pained by my confession. Suddenly, Jasmine receives a notification asking for gate entry. She looks at it and looks back at me. “It’s Leo. I can d