CHAPTER 3
1353 Words
BELLA
I close my eyes when I see him taking off her wedding dress and kissing her again. I know what will happen, and I don't want to be here when it does.
"I loved you more than I should have, and you brought me nothing but pain. I'll hate you for what you did to me. I'm leaving your life, but I won't come back; I don't want to love you anymore.", I whisper to myself, opening my eyes and looking at the window once more.
Revenge.
That's the only word I can think of right now.
Revenge for the family that hurt me more than anything.
Revenge.
"I'll make you pay for every tear I shed, Pietro Avalon!", I say, wiping my face and walking away from his house forever.
In the street near Pietro's house, I feel dizzy; a wave of dizziness hits me.
I notice blood dripping from my forehead; a sharp pain shoots through my body.
Maybe I hurt myself badly when I jumped off the cliff to escape the wolves. Everything spins around me, and seconds later, I collapse helplessly on the ground, losing consciousness.
As I faint, thoughts of revenge against Pietro and his powerful family invade my mind.
I'm just a human, but I can be strong enough to make him pay for the pain he caused me. My determination strengthens, even in unconsciousness, fueled by the desire for justice.
When I finally regain consciousness, I'm lying in a hospital bed, surrounded by bright lights and the smell of disinfectant. A doctor enters the room, his worried face softening as he sees me awake.
"You're awake. How do you feel?", he asks gently, approaching the bed.
My head throbs with pain, and I try to move, but I feel intense discomfort. The doctor explains that I hit my head and need to rest, but I'll be fine soon.
However, his next words hit me like a bolt of lightning.
"Also, we have other news. You're pregnant.", he continues, his tone serious.
The news hits me like a punch to the stomach, and my heart races with disbelief.
"Pregnant?", I ask in a low tone, and he nods with a small smile.
"Yes, everything is fine with you and the baby. Your pregnancy is still in its early stages—just a few weeks. Congratulations!"
I was pregnant with the man who broke my heart and with the man who betrayed me in every possible way. I don't know how to react to this unexpected revelation.
While the doctor talks about the care I should take during pregnancy, my thoughts are completely confused.
I instinctively touch my belly, feeling a mix of conflicting emotions.
Anger, sadness, and confusion. How did I end up like this, connected to someone who caused me so much pain?
When the doctor finally leaves the room, I'm alone with my thoughts. Pregnancy is both a blessing and a curse, a source of joy and a constant reminder of Pietro's betrayal. I don't know how to deal with this situation or how to move forward, knowing that I carry part of him inside me.
But one thing is certain: I'll fight. Fight for my baby, for my own sanity, and yes, for revenge against those who hurt me. No matter how powerful Pietro's family is, no matter what obstacles I'll face,. I am strong, and I won't let anyone, not even him, bring me down again.
A FEW MONTHS LATER
Pregnant.
Weeks have passed since I found out I'm pregnant. During this time, I took more tests to try to get back to University again. And, to my surprise and relief, I succeeded. My new university is in a distant place, far from Pietro and his family. This distance is a relief for me and for the baby I carry.
Now I'm six months pregnant, and with each passing day, my desire for revenge against the father of my baby only grows.
I'm determined to make him pay and to make him feel the same pain he caused me. I know it won't be easy, but I'm willing to do whatever it takes to achieve justice.
A few more months pass, and finally the moment I've been eagerly awaiting arrives: the birth of my baby.
It's a girl, and as soon as I see her for the first time, my heart fills with love and even greater determination. She looks so much like Pietro, with the same golden eyes and a little wolf in formation.
But I know I can never tell him about her. His family is too powerful, and wouldn't hesitate to take my baby away from me.
As I hold little Liz in my arms, while she sleeps peacefully, I promise myself that I'll do everything in my power to protect her and give her the best possible future. And I also promise that one day, when the time is right, I'll make Pietro pay for everything he did.
Now, I'm getting closer and closer to putting my revenge plan into action. Every glance at my daughter only strengthens my determination.
I know it won't be easy, and I know I'll face many challenges along the way. But I'm ready to face them head-on, for my daughter, and for myself.
With Liz in my arms, I feel stronger than ever.
FOUR YEARS LATER
Four years have passed since Liz was born, and now she's playing cheerfully on the living room carpet, surrounded by her favorite toys.
Her contagious laughter fills the room, and I can't help but smile, seeing her so happy.
She's grown so fast, and every day she seems even more beautiful, with her golden eyes shining like those of a little wolf and long black hair like the night.
"Come, mommy, play with me!", she calls, reaching out her little arms to me.
"Of course, my love!", I say, smiling and approaching her.
My heart melts with her words, and I kneel beside her, ready to embark on another imaginary adventure.
As I play with Liz, my thoughts wander to the news I'm reading on my phone.
A mischievous smile forms on my lips when I see a headline on the gossip website.
Pietro's powerful family is being investigated for a series of crimes and scandals, and this only fuels my thirst for revenge.
During these past four years, I've made alliances with equally powerful people, built a successful company that rivals Pietro's.
Now, as CEO of this major corporation, I have the resources and influence needed to achieve justice.
I turn off the phone with a sense of satisfaction, holding Liz in my arms.
Seeing the news about the gradual downfall of Pietro's family fills me with happiness. Every setback for them is a victory for me, proof that my determination and planning are bearing fruit.
Today, I'm no longer the same innocent girl who was betrayed and nearly killed by his family. Today, I have everything I need to defeat Pietro Avalon.
Throughout all these years, I've investigated every crime of his mafia, and today I have enough evidence to destroy his family completely.
Pietro is no longer married to the woman from four years ago; their marriage ended two years ago, and that also made me happy. Today, he commands the mafia as the boss.
As I stroke Liz's soft hair, I promise myself that I'll do everything in my power to ensure a bright future for her, far from the clutches of the mafia and the corrupt influence of her father's family.
My daughter deserves to grow up in a better world, where justice prevails and kindness is rewarded.
Every day that passes, I feel stronger, more confident in my ability to face any challenges life throws at me. No matter what happens, I'll always be by Liz's side, protecting her and giving her all the love and support she needs.
I feel ready to start my plan and watch the Avalon family slowly fall like a burning building.
"I'll do this for us, my love. I'll always protect you from anything."
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