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After a rather comical yet comforting breakfast, Sofia washed herself up in another cozy bathroom before she walked out of the room and found herself in one of the most comfortable cabins she had ever seen.
Alexander had already explained that they were currently in a cabin that once belonged to his mother’s family, a small cabin by the lake.
She found him sitting by the window, reading a book. “Japanese?” she asked.
A soft smile played on Alexander’s lips as he closed the book, his gaze meeting Sofia’s. “Trying to decipher the kanji?” he asked, his voice warm and inviting.
Sofia sheepishly rubbed the back of her neck. “Actually, I recognized it. I used to want to learn Japanese, but…” she trailed off, a hint of self–deprecation tinging her voice. “I convinced myself I wasn’t smart enough.”
Alexander’s smile widened, the amusement reaching his eyes. “There’s a reason they call it learning a language, not knowing it. You could always give it another shot.”
Sofia considered this, a flicker of interest sparking in her eyes. “Maybe,” she admitted. Maybe soon?
The warmth of their conversation settled around them like a soft blanket, but a nagging thought pricked at Sofia’s conscience. She glanced out the window, where the winter sun cast a silvery sheen on the frozen surface of the lake.
According to Alexander, Lawrence survived, but the bullet hit his spine, and he might become paralyzed from the neck down. And because it was all self–defense, Sofia just needed to submit her statement once she was back.
Sofia recalled what Lawrence told her but ended up not saying anything about it to Alexander. After much deliberation, she realized it wasn’t worth it. After all, she and Alexander had a pretty strong prenuptial agreement. Both of them are pretty capable. Was there a need to talk about wealth between them?
She still had so many questions but in the end, she said nothing and continued her conversation about languages.
Apparently, Alexander knows not just two or three but five languages aside from English!
He knew how to speak French, Japanese, Mandarin, Arabic, and Spanish. He
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emphasized that this was needed for his business.
“Speaking of your company…” she lifted an eyebrow. Her gaze landed on the laptop and some paperwork on the table in the living room. “Are you planning to work while we are here?”
“Just something that I needed to finish. Josef will take them later.”
She smiled.
“Do you want to go to the lake?” he asked.
She turned towards the lake beyond the trees. “It’s frozen…”
“Isn’t it perfect for skating?”
“Skating…” she frowned.
A playful glint lit up Alexander’s eyes as he noticed Sofia’s frown. “Don’t tell me you’re afraid of a little ice?” he teased, a hint of amusement dancing in his voice.
Sofia scoffed, puffing out her chest in mock indignation. “Afraid? Please,” she countered, a playful smile tugging at the corners of her lips. “Ice doesn’t scare me. It’s the inevitable faceplant that comes with it.” Actually, she liked to skate when she was younger, but Charlotte was always better than her. Slowly, she simply lost interest and now, she definitely sucked at it.
Now, all she wanted was to save herself from the embarrassment.
“Come…” he got up and held her hand. “Unless you just wanted to stay in bed all day with me. Obviously, I can do that but-”
“I will skate!” she interrupted him, causing him to laugh.
It didn’t take too long for them to change into their appropriate outfits that were prepared in advance by Josef.
The crisp winter air hit them as they stepped outside, the sun glinting off the vast expanse of the frozen lake. The ice stretched before them like a smooth, white canvas, dusted with a light layer of snow that sparkled like scattered diamonds. In the distance, a snowy pine forest edged the horizon, adding a touch of picturesque charm to the
scene.
Alexander stopped by the porch, pulling a pair of thick winter boots from beside the door. “Here,” he said, kneeling down and helping her untie the laces of her sneakers.
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These will keep your feet warm while we get to the smoother ice.”
Sofia slipped on the boots, a comfortable fit thanks to Josef’s foresight. As they reached the edge of the lake, Alexander pointed towards a specific area. “See that stretch there, closer to the center?” he said, his voice warm. “The ice looks nice and clear. Perfect for beginners.
“I am not a beginner…” she mumbled.
“Of course,” he said before he explained that they should take small steps at first, getting a feel for the ice and how their weight transferred with each movement. He suggested keeping their knees slightly bent and their arms out for balance. For stopping, he said they could simply try slowing down gradually until they came to a halt, or they could practice a simple snowplow technique where they pointed their toes inward to create a wedge against the ice.
“Don’t worry,” Alexander reassured her, a smile playing on his lips. “I’ll be right beside
the whole time. And if you do take a tumble, it’ll be soft with all this fresh snow. Or you can grab my hand and fall into my arms instead.”
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She immediately glared at him. Why was he treating her like a complete newbie? “I know how to skate…” she does. She really does!
“Right…”
“Hey! I am telling the truth!”
“I know,” he said. His playful wink did little to quell the nervous butterflies fluttering in Sofia’s stomach. The ice looked beautiful, serene even, but the memory of past tumbles was a nagging reminder of her lack of grace on skates.
Ignoring Alexander’s teasing wink, Sofia puffed out her chest in a show of false confidence. “Fine,” she conceded, a hint of defiance lacing her voice. “Let’s see these beginner tips in action.”
Alexander chuckled, the sound warm and inviting. “Alright, alright,” he soothed, guiding her towards the smoother ice he had pointed out earlier. “But remember, even Olympic skaters started somewhere.”
He helped her lace–up a pair of ice skates he’d retrieved from a hidden compartment near the cabin door. They were surprisingly comfortable, fitting snugly around her ankles. Taking a deep breath, Sofia gripped the edge of a nearby wooden bench and slowly pushed herself onto the ice.
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The first few steps were wobbly, her legs feeling like jelly beneath her. Self–doubt threatened to bubble up, but Alexander’s encouraging presence beside her kept her going. He skated a slow circle around her, holding his arms out just out of reach, a silent promise of support.
Gradually, Sofia started to find her rhythm. The initial awkwardness gave way to a tentative glide, the feeling of the smooth ice beneath her blades surprisingly exhilarating. She focused on keeping her knees slightly bent, just like Alexander had instructed, and found that it helped her maintain some semblance of balance.
With each successful push, Sofia’s confidence grew. She dared to take a little more speed, a giddy laugh escaping her lips as she glided across the ice. The winter sun glinted off the snow, casting a dazzling display of light that danced before her eyes.
Laughter and the rhythmic scrape of blades against ice filled the air.
Of course, it wasn’t all smooth sailing. There were a couple of wobbles, a near tumble that made Alexander shoot out a hand to steady her. But even the stumbles felt different here, somehow less embarrassing and more like part of the learning process.
With each wobble, Sofia felt a sense of accomplishment as she managed to regain her balance, a silent victory over her self–doubt.
“I didn’t know you were actually good…” Alexander said as he stood beside her.
“Me too…” her answer came before she could even think about it. “I mean… them… I am really good at it, right?”
He chuckled in response.
Sofia beamed then she started moving again. “If I knew I would be this good… I would have become a professional skater instead.” Obviously, she was simply bragging.
A bead of sweat trickled down Alexander’s temple as he watched Sofia skate. He couldn’t deny a wave of surprise washing over him. Despite her initial protests about being a beginner, she was gliding across the ice with surprising grace, her laughter echoing through the crisp winter air.
He skated a parallel path a few feet away, keeping a watchful eye on her. She seemed to be finding her rhythm, her movements growing more confident with each push.
A smile tugged at his lips as he saw a genuine sense of joy light up her face. It was a far cry from the guarded woman he’d encountered just a few days ago.
Suddenly, Sofia wobbled, her arms flailing out for balance. Alexander’s heart lurched in
his chest. He reacted instinctively, pushing off the ice with a powerful stroke and propelling himself towards her. “Sofial” he called out, panic lacing his voice.
But before he could reach her, Sofia tripped over a hidden patch of uneven ice. With a surprised yelp, she landed squarely on her backside, the soft thud muffled only slightly by the fresh snow. Alexander skidded to a halt beside her, his chest heaving with
exertion.
“Sofia, are you alright?” he asked urgently, his eyes scanning her for any signs of injury. He knelt down beside her, offering a hand to help her up.
Sofia lay there for a moment, a comical look of surprise plastered across her face. For a few seconds, she just stared at the sky. She slowly turned her head towards him. Then, a giggle escaped her lips, quickly turning into a full–blown belly laugh. “Oh my god,” she gasped between fits of laughter, “Did someone tell you how good you look up close?”
Alexander stared at her, momentarily speechless. Relief flooded through him, quickly replaced by bewildered amusement. The fear that had gripped him moments ago seemed utterly ridiculous now. Here she was, sprawled on the ice, and all she could muster was a cheesy pick–up line?
He couldn’t help but chuckle, a warm sound that rumbled in his chest. “You know,” he said, wiping a stray snowflake from his cheek, “that’s the second time you’ve fallen for me today.”
Sofia, red–faced and breathless from laughter, finally managed to sit up. “Hey!” she protested, swatting him playfully with a gloved hand. “That was a compliment! Besides, technically, I fell on the ice, not for you.” A sly grin spread across her face. “I mean… it’s not actually that bad to fall for your face, right?”
“My face?” he extended a hand to help her pull herself up. “Is that a confession?”
Sofia dusted the snow off her backside, then looked at him. “No,” Sofia finally blurted out, her cheeks burning red. “It’s not weird. I, uh…” She stammered, completely flustered. “I like your face, okay? Just your face. A lot.”
The unexpected confession, delivered with such flustered honesty, did the trick. Alexander burst out laughing, the sound echoing across the frozen lake. Sofia, mortified, glared at him.
“My face?” he repeated between chuckles, wiping a tear from his eye. “Just my face, huh?”
Sofia opened her mouth to retort, but another wave of laughter bubbled up
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She couldn’t help but join him, the tension dissolving into a shared moment of
amusement.
As their laughter subsided, Alexander reached out and gently tucked a stray strand of hair behind Sofia’s car. His gaze held hers, his smile turning tender. “Well,” he murmured, his voice husky, “your face is pretty darn amazing too”
The playful banter was forgotten, replaced by a sudden seriousness that sent shivers down Sofia’s spine. Before she could respond, Alexander leaned in, his lips brushing against hers in a soft, unexpected kiss.
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“It has been a week since you ran away from me… are you sure he’s not planning to hide you from the world or something?” Karina asked.
“He’s not…” Sofia said.
“He is not holding you against your will, right?” Karina asked.
“Of course not!” Sofia chuckled at that.
“You sound different…” Karina said. Hearing this, Sofia smiled. She got out of bed and walked towards the window where she could see Alexander chopping up some firewood for the cabin. It had been a week since they stayed in this cabin. A week since that ‘incident‘ happened.
Seeing him chopping wood for the fireplace was no longer new to Sofia. A familiar warmth bloomed in her chest as she watched him work. The crisp air sent tendrils of smoke curling up from the woodpile, momentarily obscuring the play of corded muscles in his back and arms.
She couldn’t deny a thrill that shot through her every time she saw him like this, so domestic yet undeniably primal. He glanced up, catching her eye through the window. A slow, teasing smile spread across his face, a silent promise that sent a shiver down her
spine.
“How are you feeling?” Karina’s question pulled her out of her stupor.
“Well… I feel better now that you told me that man will not be able to walk and will rot in prison,” Sofia said. Alexander already told her this. However, hearing Karina confirm everything made it sound even better. Does that make sense?
“Then when are you coming back?” Karina asked.
“Probably two or three days more…”
“You are not really planning to leave your company behind, right?”
“Of course not,” Sofia chuckled. It’s just that… this place felt so peaceful and different. She wanted to stay here longer but she knew that would be impossible. Both of them have responsibilities. A sigh escaped her lips.
“What’s wrong?” Karina must have sensed her unease.
“Did you once dream about living a life in the mountains? Away from everyone
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There was laughter on the other line. Sofia immediately frowned. “What?” Sofia asked.
“Are you joking?” Karina asked.
“Well…”
“I would love a life like that…” Karina interrupted her before she could say ‘never mind‘. “But I can’t exactly do that… can I?”
“Right…” What was Sofia thinking?
“A week in a cabin and you are already thinking of giving up your mansion and living in a place like that?” Karina chortled. “I mean… I know your husband is hot and you are probably spending a lot of time in bed with him but let’s be honest here… your man had a multimillion–dollar company to run and you you are going to take over LH Group once the dust settles.”
Sofia sighed. “I know…” Sofia said.
“Do you?”
“I really do.”
Karina chuckled. “But you can go back there every month, right? I mean… I know you will be busy once you get back but a day or two away should not harm you… right?”
Sofia’s expression brightened when she heard that. “Why do you always say the right things?” she asked.
“Because I’m pretty?”
Sofia laughed.
“Anyway… I should go now.” Karina said. “He only asked me to update you about the case. I should probably not spend the whole day chatting.”
“Right… send my regards to Adam.”
“Do it yourself. That man is grumpy right now.”
“Right…” Sofia said before the two bid each other goodbye. Sofia’s gaze landed on the ‘lumberjack‘ once again. Luckily, they have no neighbors or she would have told him to stop doing what he was doing. She chuckled at her thoughts.
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What was she thinking?
She moved away from the window and once again made her way into the bed where a book was waiting for her. With a smile on her face, Sofia started reading her book until she fell asleep.
The darkness around her jolted her awake. For a short period, panic surged inside Sofia. Then she realized that the room wasn’t completely dark now as there was a lamp not too far away from her. She had actually fallen asleep while reading her book!
Alexander must have come inside the room and tucked her in. Checking her phone, Sofia realized that it was already seven in the evening. She walked towards the window and just as she expected, it was already dark.
Then she made her way out of the room. “Alexander?” she called out when she smelled something good. Was he making something delicious again? Since they stayed here, Alexander started showing off his culinary skills and decided to cook a lot of delicious meals for her.
“Alexander?” she called out once again as she made her way into the first floor of the cabin. When she didn’t hear any answer, Sofia checked the kitchen. Sadly, Alexander was nowhere to be found. However, just as she was about to leave the kitchen, she spotted a fire outside of the cabin.
Sofia arched an eyebrow as she found her thick coat and boots. She then made her way outside and finally found the man that she was looking for.
The crisp night air hit Sofia like a slap as she stepped outside, the thick winter coat doing little to ward off the sudden chill. But the cold was forgotten the moment she saw the source of the flickering light a crackling campfire blazing merrily in a clearing just beyond the cabin porch.
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Alexander stood beside it, his broad form silhouetted against the dancing flames. He was lost in concentration, flipping something over a cast iron pan that hung precariously from a tripod above the fire. The scent of woodsmoke mingled with the aroma of sizzling food, a delicious combination that instantly made her stomach rumble.
“Hey,” she called out, her voice soft in the crackling silence of the night.
He whirled around, a surprised smile splitting his face. “Hungry?”
The firelight cast warm shadows across his face, highlighting the planes of his cheeks and the glint of amusement in his eyes. She couldn’t help but feel a familiar warmth
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bloom in her chest.
“The smell woke me up,” she admitted, stepping closer to the fire, the heat radiating outwards a welcome comfort. “What are you making?”
“Just some steaks I found in the cabin’s pantry,” he said, his voice a low rumble. “Figured we could have a proper campfire dinner.”
“This place is amazing, isn’t it?” Sofia finally broke the silence, her voice barely a whisper.
“It is,” he agreed, leaning back against a tree trunk. “But it’s even better with you here.”
This escape from their usual hectic lives, this stolen moment in the wilderness, seemed to be heightening everything between them.
They sat in comfortable silence for a few moments, the only sound of the crackling fire and the occasional sound of what seemed like insects or animals nearby. Sofia watched as the flames danced, casting an enchanting glow on Alexander’s face.
“Want to see something special?” he asked suddenly, a hint of mischief in his voice.
Before she could answer, he was already holding out a hand towards her. Taking it without hesitation, she allowed him to pull her up to her feet.
“Where are we going?” she asked, a playful smile tugging at her lips. “What about the food?”
A grin spread across Alexander’s face. “Don’t worry, the steaks need to rest a few minutes anyway. Besides, I wouldn’t let you starve.”
He took her hand, his fingers intertwining with hers, sending a spark of warmth through her. “Come on,” he said, his voice a husky murmur. “It’s just a short walk.”
They followed a narrow path that led away from the cabin, the snow crunching softly under their boots. Fairy lights strung along the way cast a soft glow on the snow- covered trees, creating a magical atmosphere.
“Wow,” Sofia breathed, gazing up at the star–dusted sky. The city lights were a distant memory here, replaced by a breathtaking canvas of twinkling stars.
They reached a small clearing, and Alexander led her to a rocky outcrop that jutted out from the cliffside. The world seemed to fall away beneath them, offering a panoramic view of the surrounding valley.
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Sofia gasped, speechless at the beauty before her. The moonlight cast an almost magical glow on the snow–covered landscape, and the distant mountains seemed to pierce the night sky.
Alexander wrapped his arm around her, pulling her closer. Their body heat radiated against the crisp night air, creating a warm haven in the vastness of the wilderness.
“It’s beautiful, isn’t it?” he murmured, his voice low and intimate.
Sofia leaned her head against his shoulder, a contented sigh escaping her lips. “It is,” she whispered back. “This whole place is magical.”
They stood in comfortable silence for a while, simply enjoying the moment, the breathtaking scenery, and the warmth of each other’s company. The weight of their responsibilities back in the city seemed to melt away under the vast expanse of the night sky.
“I don’t want this to end,” Sofia finally admitted, a hint of sadness in her voice.
He squeezed her hand gently. “Me neither,” he replied, his voice husky with unspoken emotion. “But we can always come back, right?”
She pursed her lips. “Hey, Alexander?”
“Hm?”
She turned her head towards him, meeting his warm gaze. “I think I am falling for
you…”
The silence that followed almost made her heart burst. Was he going to reject her?
A smile slowly appeared on his face. “Isn’t that unfortunate?” he asked.
“What is?” she frowned, confusion laced her gaze. The amusement in his voice sent a playful jab through her nervousness. She swatted at his arm lightly. “Unfortunate? Why would that be unfortunate?”
He chuckled, the sound warm and rich in the quiet night air. “Because, darling,” he leaned in, his voice dropping to a husky whisper, “I thought you fell first. After all… I fell for you a lifetime ago.”
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Sofia gasped, speechless at the beauty before her. The moonlight cast an almost magical glow on the snow–covered landscape, and the distant mountains seemed to pierce the night sky.
Alexander wrapped his arm around her, pulling her closer. Their body heat radiated against the crisp night air, creating a warm haven in the vastness of the wilderness.
“It’s beautiful, isn’t it?” he murmured, his voice low and intimate.
Sofia leaned her head against his shoulder, a contented sigh escaping her lips. “It is,” she whispered back. “This whole place is magical.”
They stood in comfortable silence for a while, simply enjoying the moment, the breathtaking scenery, and the warmth of each other’s company. The weight of their responsibilities back in the city seemed to melt away under the vast expanse of the night sky.
“I don’t want this to end,” Sofia finally admitted, a hint of sadness in her voice.
He squeezed her hand gently. “Me neither,” he replied, his voice husky with unspoken emotion. “But we can always come back, right?”
She pursed her lips. “Hey, Alexander?”
“Hm?”
She turned her head towards him, meeting his warm gaze. “I think I am falling for you…”
The silence that followed almost made her heart burst. Was he going to reject her?
A smile slowly appeared on his face. “Isn’t that unfortunate?” he asked.
“What is?” she frowned, confusion laced her gaze. The amusement in his voice sent a playful jab through her nervousness. She swatted at his arm lightly. “Unfortunate? Why would that be unfortunate?”
He chuckled, the sound warm and rich in the quiet night air. “Because, darling,” he leaned in, his voice dropping to a husky whisper, “I thought you fell first. After all… I fell for you a lifetime ago.”
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Sofia wondered how the state would accommodate Lawrence and his new paralyzed state but soon, Alexander explained how the state had a facility that would house criminals like Lawrence.
The facility was less like a prison and more like a specialized hospital.
Alexander explained it had all the security features of a high–security prison – fences, guards, the whole package.
But instead of cramped cells, there were modified rooms with adjustable beds and accessible bathrooms. Therapists and nurses would be on staff 24/7 to handle everything from physical therapy to medication.
Sofia stared at Lawrence who was slumped in the wheelchair, a far cry from the arrogant figure who’d orchestrated their misery. His once–booming voice was reduced to a raspy whisper, his eyes dull and vacant.
He seemed to shrink under the weight of his crimes, the reflection of the sterile white walls mirroring the emptiness in his gaze. A sliver of satisfaction flickered in Sofia, a tiny flame against the overwhelming sense of relief. This was his new reality a world confined to a metal frame, his once–powerful limbs reduced to useless appendages.
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The life he’d tried to steal from them was now his own prison, a constant reminder of the havoc he’d wreaked. Lawrence’s head twitched ever so slightly, his gaze landing on Sofia and Alexander.
A flicker of something – maybe hate, maybe fear – sparked in his cloudy eyes before a grimace contorted his face, a silent scream trapped within his paralyzed body. Sofia met his gaze for a fleeting moment, then turned away.
“Are you sure you wouldn’t want to talk to him?” Alexander asked.
“I am…” fia said. She thought she would feel something while staring at Lawrence, perhaps the triumph of being the victor or the relief of having the justice that she and her mother deserve.
“I don’t want to waste my time here…” she said. The only reason she came was because she wanted to see him one last time. She wanted to see the face of the
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man who would suffer in this place for the rest of his miserable life.
“Alright…” Alexander held her hand and the two slowly walked away from
Lawrence.
“Do you think I am too weak?” she asked as they reached the parking lot of the facility.
“No… you’re fine.”
“Really?”
“Well… I would prefer it if you told him that you would poison his food or something,” Alexander looked at the cloudless sky. “But letting him rot in that place without knowing anything is good too…”
Sofia smiled. Right. Letting Lawrence live in that place without knowing if he would one day succumb to poison or something else is better. She did not want to give him the satisfaction and show him that his ending affected her.
She made herself comfortable inside Alexander’s car. Everything just happened so fast, but at the end of the day, she was safe and sound and she found a man like him.
“Where to?” he asked.
“Lawrence told me that you only married me because of Eulanda’s scheme…” Sofia said as she met Alexander’s eyes. “Is he telling the truth?” she asked.
“If the scheme was to make me marry the woman that was supposed to be mine the moment she was born then… perhaps he was right,” he simply started the car. Then he turned towards her, and a sly smirk appeared on his face. “But then again… my words wouldn’t hold any meaning. Why not live a life with me and find out if what he said was true?” he casually asked.
She arc‘ I an eyebrow, her eyes glued at his. The two had already confessed to each other. “Are you-” Before she could finish her words, he took something from the compartment of the car and handed it to her.
“What is this?” she asked as she opened the velvet box. “A ring?” he already gave her one.
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“I thought we were already married?”
“Again.”
She widened her eyes, surprise flickered in her gaze as she stared at the blue diamond.
“And if I say no?” she asked, smiling.
“Then I’ll ask you again tomorrow.”
“What if I say no again?”
“I’ll simply ask you to marry me every day until you say yes…” he turned his gaze towards the road. “It’s not like you have a choice or something…”
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She pursed her lips as she took the ring and placed it on her ring finger. “Then… I guess I will be forced to marry you again.”
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Sofia opened a box that Miss Amores handed her. “Please make sure that everything is well taken care of…” Sofia said and Miss Amores slowly left the room without saying another word.
Sighing, Sofia held the metal box closer before she opened it. Almost immediately, she found the pictures that she was looking for.
A family picture of her, Lawrence, Charlotte, and her mother Eunice. Aside from this, there were other images of Sofia and Daniel and some other things from the past. Just a few hours ago, she received news that Charlotte unfortunately ended her own life. She had been in a mental facility for years now an ‘t seemed that she was not able to handle everything and just wanted to leave.
For years, Charlotte had always been her sister, a confidant, her best friend. Sofia never thought that one day, Charlotte would betray her and hurt her. Sofia examined the images for the last time before she got up and walked
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towards the fireplace. Without having second thoughts, she dumped all of the contents of the box on the fire, letting it consume it.
“What are you doing?” A voice suddenly echoed behind her. She immediately turned and found Karina standing by the door, her long flesh–colored gown perfectly accentuating her figure. “Why did you send everyone out?” Karina had a look of worry on her face. “Please don’t tell me you are having cold feet?”
“What are you talking about?” Sofia snorted.
“This gown of yours suits you better than the last…” Karina said. “I didn’t think that pregnancy would make someone’s body this good.”
“Stop it.”
“I am not joking. Since you gave birth, your hips seemed to have become wider…” Karina narrowed her eyes at Sofia’s chest. “And we can start talking about-”
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“Silly…” Sofia flicked her best friend’s forehead. “Where’s mom?” she asked.
“Hiding somewhere… she’s a nervous wreck. After all, this would be the first marriage that she would be with you.” Karina laughed. “I told her this would not be the last either. After all, that husband of yours decided to renew your vows every five years. She wouldn’t stop fidgeting.”
Sofia thought of her mother who woke up just six months ago. She smiled at the thought of wearing another one of Eunice’s designs.
“She’s probably with Jenny… Don’t worry about it. I know she’ll get used to it soon.” Karina said. “By the way… you look lovely.”
“I know…” Sofia smiled. She was wearing a pink–colored ball gown that her mother designed. It was a simple yet elegant gown that she loved so much.
“I can’t wait for you to get pregnant for the second time and give me another niece to tease.”
“…” Sofia rolled her eyes. “Where is Nico?”
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“With his father,” Karina shrugged. “Alexander wouldn’t want his son to see you first. That selfish man would probably put his own son in a cage if he needed to. Good thing Adam and Hugo are with them.”
Sofia laughed at that. The thing is, Karina’s words might just be right. Lately, Alexander’s rivalry with his four–year–old son, Nico Alexander Beaumont was reaching its peak. The fact that the two looked identical almost made this rivalry comical.
“We should go… I think everyone’s ready.” Karina said. She stared at Sofia. “Nervous?”
Sofia looked at her friend in disbelief before she chuckled. “Really?”
“Right. This will be your third wedding…” Karina giggled as she walked towards the door. Then she slowly opened it, revealing Sofia’s mother Eunice, Alexander, and Nico outside.
A beautiful smile appeared on Sofia’s lips. She walked towards her mother who looked like she was about to cry then towards Alexander who was already approaching her with a smile on his face.
He then held his hand towards her. “Ready?”
“Always,” Sofia said as she took his hand.
Sofia and Alexander walked away, the firelight casting flickering shadows on the retreating figures. The past burned in the hearth, leaving only warmth and the promise of a future together.
THE END…
For some reason, my heart felt really heavy while writing this scene. I love Sofia an Alexander so much. T.T
Big thanks to Letterlux for giving this novel a chance. To Naty, I really appreciate your help. This is the end of Sofia and Alexander’s love story but I will be writing more stories about other characters like Hugo, Alex and Karina, and of course, NICO! I am also planning to post their images on my Instagram
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so please check it out.
Please check out my other novel: INSATIABLE DESIRES available on all LETTERLUX platforms. It’s steamy and hot and leaves you breathless. Don’t read it in public. hahahaha
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