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CHAPTER 30 PART 2
She left without waiting for a response, leaving Vincent standing alone in the foyer.He didn't react visibly to her cruelty, but his jaw tightened slightly.Winning Gianna over was proving more difficult than commanding armies or building billion-dollar empires.But he'd known it wouldn't be easy. She'd built walls around her heart that would take time and patience to dismantle.So he remained steadfast, consistent in his efforts, even as his surveillance teams reported no immediate threats to her safety. For now, at least, Giovanni and Rocco seemed to be keeping their distance.Later that evening, Claudia found Vincent in the kitchen, preparing another batch of the healing paste. The praise and raise had gone to her head, filling her with an inflated sense of her own importance."Vincent," she said, her tone sharper than it had ever been with him before. "We need to talk."Vincent looked up from his work, his expression mild. "About what?""The paste," Claudia said directly. "I want
Chapter 30 PART 1
The following weeks brought a transformation to Gianna's professional life that felt almost miraculous.Strong Inc's partnership opened doors that had been firmly closed before—new clients approached Moretti Accounting with lucrative contracts, industry publications featured her firm in glowing articles, and invitations to exclusive business conferences began filling her inbox.Her company's name was becoming synonymous with excellence and reliability, all thanks to the Strong Inc connection that she still believed Kevin had secured for her.Each morning, Gianna followed her skincare routine religiously, applying Claudia's "homemade" healing paste with careful precision.The results continued to astound her—she slept better, woke feeling refreshed and energized, and her skin maintained a healthy glow that makeup could never replicate.One morning, standing in front of her bathroom mirror, Gianna really looked at her face for the first time in weeks. She turned her head slowly, examini
CHAPTER 29 PART 2
As the dinner continued, Gianna found herself laughing at Kevin's stories, relaxing into the conversation in a way she hadn't with anyone in weeks. Not with her mother, not with her business associates, and certainly not with Vincent.Vincent, who stood by calmly while her world burned. Vincent, who offered food and pastes instead of real solutions. Vincent, who had nothing to offer except empty promises and domestic gestures.Kevin, on the other hand, had actual power. Actual influence. He'd proven it by saving her contract, by standing up to the Benedetti family, by showing her that not all men were useless in a crisis.Two hours later, Kevin watched Gianna's car pull away from the restaurant, a satisfied smile playing at his lips. The evening had gone even better than he'd hoped.He pulled out his phone and made a call."Uncle Giovanni," Kevin said when the line connected. "I think you'll want to hear about my evening."The Benedetti mansion's study was dark except for a single des
CHAPTER 29 PART 1
When Gianna arrived at La Bella Vista, she noticed immediately that something was different.The restaurant—usually bustling with wealthy patrons—was completely empty except for the staff and Kevin waiting at their private table."Kevin," Gianna said as she was seated, "where is everyone? It's prime dinner hours."Kevin smiled, gesturing around the empty space. "I rented out the entire restaurant for the evening.""The entire—" Gianna's eyes widened. "That must have cost a fortune.""It did," Kevin admitted easily. "But you're a married woman, Gianna. I didn't want people gossiping about you being seen with me. This way, we can have a proper conversation without worrying about rumors spreading."Gianna felt something shift in her perception of Kevin.The gesture was thoughtful, protective even. Not the action of a spineless puppet, but of someone who understood discretion and reputation."That's... very considerate," she said slowly."I try," Kevin replied with practiced modesty. "Bes
CHAPTER 28 PART 2
"Yes," Gianna lifted her chin defiantly. "With someone who actually helped me when I needed it. Someone who has real power and influence instead of just empty promises.""And who would that be?" Vincent's voice was still calm, but there was an edge to it now."Kevin," Gianna said, throwing the name in Vincent's face like a weapon. "Kevin Romano. The man who saved my Strong Inc contract while you were playing chef."Vincent's expression didn't change, but his hands—which had been relaxed at his sides—slowly clenched into fists. Just for a moment. Then they relaxed again, his control reasserting itself.But inside, Vincent was furious. Not at Gianna's dinner plans, not at Kevin's opportunistic manipulation, but at the situation itself. At how thoroughly Kevin had stolen credit for Vincent's own intervention. At how Gianna had no idea that the man she was crediting with her salvation had done absolutely nothing."I see," Vincent said quietly. "Well, I hope you have a pleasant evening.""
Chapter 28 PART 1
The villa felt both familiar and foreign when Gianna returned from the hospital that evening. The doctors had cleared her for discharge with strict instructions about rest and proper nutrition. She'd nodded along to their advice, already planning the dinner with Kevin that would properly thank him for saving her business.Vincent was waiting in the foyer when she entered, as if he'd been standing there for hours. Behind him, she could see the dining room table set with careful precision—candles, fresh flowers, multiple dishes arranged with restaurant-quality presentation."Welcome home," Vincent said quietly. "I made dinner."The aroma drifting from the dining room was incredible—herbs and spices, perfectly cooked proteins, the kind of complex layering that came from hours of careful preparation. Gianna's stomach responded involuntarily, reminding her she'd eaten nothing but hospital food for the past day.But looking at Vincent standing there in his worn clothes, with his calm expres
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