MATTEO ALESSANDRO'S POV
I was having a nice lunch with a friend of mine when I got a glimpse of someone staring at me. I became uncomfortable upon realizing who it was. I hurriedly finished up with my lunch and packed up immediately and left. I asked a Waiter to distract Serena while I hide away, I can't meet that devil again. I hid away and watched her search for me. Why in the world is she looking for me? Her car arrived and she got in and left. I got out of my hiding and met up with my friend and we left together for the car.I walked into my office and my secretary approached me with some invite for being nominated businessman of the year award. Quite a good news. I took it from her and asked her to go back to work. I went through it and quickly checked my email. I was sent a mail about it. I smiled and opened my laptop and began to work with it.Work hours ended and k returned home really exhausted from the day's event, and pretty famished. I requested mum to prepare something nice for me while I go take a shower in my room. I left for my room , dropped my bag and undressed and got into the shower cubicle and had a nice shower. I finished up and dried my body with my towel, applied some cream and wore my sleepwear and went down to have my dinner.While I ate, I broke the good news to everyone who were happy for me and excited for the day. They were equally proud of me. I finished up with dinner and returned back to my room.I laid on my bed when my phone rang. I grabbed my phone and realized who the caller was and picked the call. I was all smiles during the conversation on the phone. My aunt had called. Aunt is really find of me. Dad must have broken the good news to her. I ended the call after bidding her goodnight.I heard a knock at my door and asked the person in. Mum walked in with a glass of warm milk which she placed on the cabinet beside my bed and sat on my bed."I want to discuss something really important with you son" Mum said" Okay what is it? I asked sitting up." Rosa just flew into the country. She came in yesterday's evening"" That's good. How is she?"She's fine. You know what you are supposed to do?"Nope. What am I supposed to do? She came in yesterday, so I'm not going to pick her up from the airport"" Son... your marriage was arranged with her even before she left the country for her master's degree program in Canada"" I know. Any problem?"I know that you do not have strong feelings for her, but at least, try to be a gentleman with her and show her love"" Why? Is she going through some heart break stuff?"Matteo... please. You know she likes you a lot"" I doubt she does mum. Mum, I've heard all you've said. I'll try to be in my best behavior"" They've thrown a welcome party for her and we'll be attending"" Okay. That's okay"" You'll be her escort"" Mum please... today was a very long day and the last thing I would want to do is to discuss about things which are not important. Nothing is as important right now to me as my sleep. Mum please, do leave. I need to get some rest and I've got another long day ahead of me"" Okay but think about all I've said to you"" Mum, let fate decide. We became a forced couple three years ago and not up to a year she left, so don't think that I've developed some feelings for her"" At least you like he... don't you?I glared at my mum and looked away. I grabbed my duvet and pulled it up."Mum... goodnight' I said lying down." Fine. Goodnight and take care sweetie. And hey, don't forget to drink your warm milk" Mum kissed my forehead and left." Mum can be annoying sometimes. So Rosa is back and she didn't inform me despite our closeness. " I took the glass of warm milk and drank from it and laid back on the bed.Rosa and I were arranged to marry. I didn't and never liked her but I tried to give her a chance. Despite being away from each other, we tried to communicate with each other as much as we could and we became friends. I wonder what destiny holds for us.A party was thrown for her and she didn't seem it fit to inform me, I was pretty mad at her.I attended the party with my family. it was quite a nice party. Rosa rushed over to welcome us but I ignored he'd as I was mad at her. Rosa quickly apologized to me and told me she had wanted to surprise me with it, it wasn't funny at all.The party went on and the next minute was our parents dragging Rosa and I to a chair and placed a box containing rings before us. The shock on my face was noticeable. I couldn't believe what was going on. Yes, we are friends but I do not love her. I want to know her more. Go on dates with her and get to know her true personality before getting engaged to her but here we are getting forced to get engaged. Everyone suggested it was a perfect day and opportunity to get engaged. Is this Rosa's welcome party or some planned engagement party for us?The next thing was an announcement of us getting married and everyone was eager to see us get engaged. I had to give in after so much pressure from everyone. We exchanged the rings and got engaged.I grabbed a glass of wine and left the hall and stepped outside trying to catch my breath and calm myself down. What just happened? I began to enjoy the nice breeze outside and drank from my wine cup I had in my hand. I can't believe I'm already engaged, against my will.I accepted my fate and believed that my life was going in a perfect direction by getting married to Rosa, she isn't a bad person after all, however, I had no idea that crossing paths with Serena would ruin my life and the plans I have made for the smooth running of my life. I never knew a huge storm was going to hit me hard and it was a storm prepared by Serena. Serena became a stain that refused to come off.SERENA’S POVI heard a knock at my door and left what I was doing to open the door. Armando was standing right outside my door with a package which he handed over to me. I quickly opened it and saw some invite which I read through it. Wow! Nominated again for businesswoman of the year which I know I’ll definitely win. I thanked him and asked him to leave. I placed the package in my drawer and continued with what I was doing.Armando and I arrived at the venue and went into the hall. Everyone turned and stared at us while we walked to our seats. I forced out a smile and sat down. Not long Mr handsome arrived at the hall with some man whom I guess is his father. They sat two tables away from us. I couldn’t take my eyes off him. Armando who realized that o was staring at me handsome called my attention back to what was going on here. The awards began and lucky ones received.The businessman of the award was given to mr handsome and I got the businesswoman of the year award. While deliver
MATTEO ALESSANDRO’S POVQuite a nice evening and a lovely day. The weather was nice and calm and I enjoyed a nice glass of juice while sitting at the terrace. I saw two cars drive into our house. Four hefty looking dudes came out of the cars and went in.The door bell rang and the maid answered and unlocked the door but was frightened when she saw them. She stepped aside and they walked in. One of them turned to her and asked her to announce their presence to everyone. The maid ran off immediately while they made their way into the living room. Dad was shocked to see such men in his house. One of them smiled at dad and sat down while the other three stood behind him. He crossed his legs and Lea Ed back. He pulled out a cigar and lit it and began to smoke.Claudia walked in coughing and was surprised to see them in our house. She quickly orderd him to stop smoking and leave. My mum who was in the kitchen heard Claudia’s voice getting loud quickly rushed out to check what was going on.
SERENA RICCARDO'S POV"Treat me nice while I'm still being nice to you" I said crossing my legs."Of course we will. Who's there? Get our guests some cookies and juice" Gemma ordered the maids." Cookies? Juice? Good grief. It's okay. I'm not having any of those now. Where's Matteo? I asked"And why do you ask? Did he do anything to you? Prolly owing you? Claudia cut in and had her seat. "You ain't welcomed here Serena"I quickly gave her a Stern look which frightened her, and I smirked on realizing that."Where's Matteo? He's at the office? Damn, I should have known. Well I brought some gifts for you all. Hey Armando, hand over the gifts to them, they'll like it"" Enough! a voice came like a thunder and I turned immediately and saw Matteo standing at the entrance of the living room. He was really furious to see us in his house. He walked to me in anger and knocked the gifts off the table and bent towards me."Get out! He yelled at me. " Leave my house! he pointed at the exit."Well.
SERENA RICCARDO'S POVA knock came at my door twice Andi unlocked it and saw Armando stand before me. I asked him in and sat on the bed while he sat on the couch. He waited patiently for me to have my bath. I know how mad he was for the way I was treated today at Matteo's house."Let's kidnap his sister" Armando suggested" What?"Yes. He'll be helpless and will definitely give into your request "" You think?"Boss, you've been into this, making people dance to your tune. He's no big deal"" Yes I know but I won't be kidnapping his sister cause he'll know I did it and probably do something stupid and that's not what I have in mind"" So, what do you want to do boss?"I know exactly what to do""And what's that boss?"I have a plan. I'll be poisoning his family"" What?"Yes. You'll have to bring Matteo to me. Send their favorite meal to them, poisoned meal. A poison with an antidote. Get the men to point guns at them. If he refuses to give in, I'm afraid that he'll be loosing his fam
N itMATTEO’S POVI finally arrived at my home and rushed inside screaming the names everyone and I searched for them equally. I heaved a sigh of relief the moment I saw mum walking down the stairs. I rushed to her and checked her for any injury but saw. I exhaled and hugged her. Claudia walked out of the kitchen with a glass of juice. I turned to her and called out her name. She was surprised to see me back. She dropped the juice and rushed over to me and gave me a tight hug.“You are here. Thank goodness. Where were you brother? Did she keep you hostage? Claudia asked.“Yes. I’m okay” I replied and my eyes searched for dad. “Tell me Claudia, where’s dad?“Das is in his room. He’s getting some rest. Today was quite a day for us. We’ve never experienced such a thing. We almost consumed Poison. I was so scared. I thought we all are going to die”“It’s okay. Nothing’s going to happen to you, I promise”“Brother! Milo, my younger brother rushed to me and we hugged. “Bro, are you okay? Mil
MATTEO THE POVI arrived at the vacation home at some nice coast side. I got out of the car and the beautiful lovely breeze of the ocean graced my body. I quickly took a deep breath and exhaled. Rosa rushed to me and gave me hug. She held my hand and led me in. My box was placed in a room while Rosa took me to the dining room and served me lunch which she had prepared for me. I finished up and left to your the house while Rosa did the dishes.A knock came at the door of the room Rosa kept me and asked her to come in. Rosa looked look in the bikini she wore. She requested that we go visit the beach. That's all I needed, some distraction to forget about Serena and her tantrums but then it wasn't easy for me, as I was pretty lost in thoughts, thinking about what will be Serena's next move as I do not trust her. She hasn't made any move yet, ever since she set me free. Does it mean that she's no longer interested in me or is she waiting for a perfect opportunity to strike?Rosa realized t
MATTEO ALESSANDRO'S POVThe vacation ended and I returned back with Rosa. Rosa left forher house while I left for my house. On my way home I received a photo message from an unknown number. I quickly opened the message and saw it was my pictures with Rosa in it. Someone has been following us. Who could have been spying on us? Then a call came in which I quickly answered."Hello...who is this? My voice shakes" Your wife to be""Rosa?" No. Serena Riccardo. How have you been my dear husband to be? I see, you've been frolicking with some girl. Rosa right? Oh beautiful Rosa...she must be scared right now"I immediately hit the breaks the moment she said that. I began to sweat. I hope she doesn't have Rosa."Where is Rosa? I asked in a calm tone" Oh, she's here with me and your family to. Wanna save them? Good, come to the city's cemetery. Bye" she hung up" City's what? Hello! Serena! You daughter of a bitch! How dare she hang up on me! Cemetery? I hope it's not what I'm thinking? Is sh
MATTEO ALESSANDRO'S POVThe next morning I left for Rosa's house to explain things to her. I arrived at her home and took a deep breath before going in. I was pretty scared of what might happen between us. At first, she had refused to meete but I was persistent. Rosa finally agreed and came down to the living room to meet me. She stopped me from hugging her and sat away from me. I calmed my mind and explained everything that transpired between Serena and I. I apologized to her for keeping it away from her and I tried to make her see reasons with me and understand my point. Rosa forgave and promised to drop by at my house later in the day. I was grateful to her and decided to get going. Rosa invited me to have breakfast with her which accepted. I had breakfast with Rosa and her family who had no idea about the situation. Rosa and I promised to keep it away from her family for the meantime. I bid goodbye to her parents and Rosa saw me off to my car. I hugged her and thanked her for bei