"Father, why would there be a meeting in my absence?" Richard was visibly angry, especially at his father, Vittorio Santoro.He had traveled to a place known only to him and his family, where he had spent the week.Although he didn't disclose his destination to his father, isn't he supposed to inform him beforehand of any meeting before it commences?Richard was the second son of Mr. Santoro after Giulia's father."Your family is in a better position to answer that question, Richard," Santoro remarked, a smirk on his lips."Anyways, the latest development now is that your family is no longer part of the Santoro family."Richard's face creased. "What is that supposed to mean, Father?"He wanted to raise his voice at his father but was cut short by his mother."This is not the time for that, Richard," she said. "You should be begging your father for mercy because Anita and her brother did the unthinkable," Agnes whispered to him.Hearing this, Richard's anger melted right away.He calml

"Why didn't you come as we discussed? "Giulia questioned her husband after settling down.She had just returned from work, and as usual, Dante had taken care of all the activities at home."Before we talk about that, how was the meal?" he asked, his expression laced with curiosity.He had prepared this meal especially for her, so she was curious if she enjoyed it since it wasn't something they typically ate in Milan.The food was from Bari's culture, bought specifically for her."Of course, I loved it," she confessed."But what was it? I don't think I've tasted it before."Dante chuckled. "No worries, soon you'll know what it's called and which culture it belongs to."Giulia sighed angrily. "You didn't just ask me this to leave me curious, did you?"Dante chuckled and replied, "I'm sorry about that.""Anyways, why didn't you come to my office as we discussed earlier today?""Really? Didn't they tell you?" Dante was surprised."Of course, I came but was drove away," he explained.Giuli

Giulia drove into the office premises and stopped at the center of the compound. She couldn't even drive to the parking lot.She walked down from the car and headed towards the building, ignoring the greetings of the security men.She was not in a good mood at all. Dante's disappearance had messed up her mind. Even the slightest joke would offend her at this moment.Walking into the lobby room, as usual, it went silent. Everyone cooperated. This was the same room; she could hear their conversation while at the entrance."Good morning, boss.""Good morning, boss.""Good morning, Ms. Edward."Their voices echoed as they greeted her. Nonetheless, Giulia didn't respond to anyone nor look them in the face.Her concentration was focused on the elevator, which she would ascend to her office with.Immediately the elevator lifted Giulia up, the staff began murmuring."At this point, I think she needs help," said the receptionist, Benita."Yes, you're right. She's definitely going through a lot