Irene kicked off her shows as she walked into the dim living room of her newly rented apartment. It was small, tacky with faded walls, busted pipes and The furniture were worn out, stained and torn.

But the apartment was cheap, and considering the current situation she was in, it'd make due and price aside, it was the only place in the entire of Oslo that the landlord had agreed to rent to her. Apparently bad status not only affected her business, but also the willingness

of Landlords to rent out their place to her.

Clearly, they feared being on the Romero family's bad side more than a few hundred thousand bucks.

But that didn't really matter to Irene, after all, she had no plans of staying in this rundown apartment for too long.

Walking into her room, she strolled towards the wardrobe that looked like it could fall apart with a single push from a toddler and pulled it open and turned on the red light she had installed inside.

There was none of her dress or accessory inside, instead, it was occupied by pictures and news letters pinned to the wall by needles, a small map of Oslo, marking a few places in red marker and lastly, pictures.

Jamil's, which was now crossed out with a red marker. Cassandra's was next and after that was Leonica and in the center, the star of her world, was her father Benjamin Romero.

"Daddy." She uttered with a smile. "If only you'd take me in, I wouldn't have had to go through all this trouble."

But she didn't blame him, after all, it was the fault of his favorite daughter, Leonica and that slut Cassandra. They were the ones manipulating and messing with his head.

But soon, she's get rid of them, just like how she had gotten rid of Jamil who looked down on and once they're gone, she'd finally be able to live the life she's always wanted, and deserved.

"Just wait, Daddy." She spoke, her eyes fixated on the pictures of Cassandra. "I'll soon get rid of these pest, then you'd see how much you need me."

After an unexpected tour to the aquarium, suggested strongly by Ashley, Owen successfully pulled into the drive way of Leonica's place.

The three had been out all day, spending some quality time together, which was something Leonica had really needed.

And as a result, the stress she had previously carried had disappeared and was replaced by a smile, bright and warm, and Owen couldn't be more happy to see that.

"Did you enjoy today?" He asked, turning his gaze away from the rear view mirror towards Leonica.

She nodded. "I did, thank you."

Owen smiled more when she took his hand, giving it a gentle squeeze to emphasize her words.

"Are we home yet?" Ashley called from the back seat, rubbing his eyes as he woke up from his sleep.

"Yes sweetie," She turned around, leaning her body to the backseat to help Ashley undo his seat belt. "We're home."

"Finally," The child muttered, yawning.

Owen laughed and helped him out of the car, taking him in his arms. Leonica, after locking the car, followed the two in.

As soon as Grace saw them, she walked up to Leonica. "The young master must have had an exciting day." Gently, she took Ashley from Owen, stating that she's put him to sleep.

Owen was reluctant to let him go, but eventually did. "Goodnight buddy." He kissed Ashley on the head, waving as the child managed to mutter goodbye.

get going," He sighed after glancing

which Owen gladly accepted, allowing his Fiancée

hands into her pocket and hesitantly asked. "You and Gabriel talked about something while I was away, didn't

were what we talked about." Owen said as he leaned down and pecked her cheeks before she had the chance to respond. "Don't forget to wear the dress I bought for you, luce mia. I'll see you on Saturday." And with that, he left her standing

She huffed while closing the door. "He sure

have the luxury to think about it as

was just around the corner. Knowing how Taehyun treated her the last time, Leonica was certain the older man would not be happy to see her, not even in the slightest. She sighed. "I just hope it doesn't turn out

and she was currently seated in her dressing room, playing with her fingers as Grace combed her hair, humming softly, completely unaware of the current dilemma her mistress was having. "Do you want your hair done up, Ms. Romero?" She asked, stopping midway

barely paying attention to what Grace was doing. Although she appreciated

Even though Leonica did indeed

And what did she love

Grace got to work, doing Leonica's hair the best way

of pride in her voice as she stared at the final product. "Mr. Lee is

Grace." Leonica flashed her a smile

her long legs. The hem of the dress was trimmed with black lace, making the already gorgeous dress, even

of black leather high heels, and the diamond bracelet she had received as a gift from

left loose, only half of her locks were tied at the back of her

dolled up for the perfect night and Ashley's expression as

earning several nods from

"Owen's down stairs."

"Thank you honey," She picked up her small black purse and pecked his head. "Mommy's going to be out late so don't wait

his

had just climbed down a few steps when

found her, and his heart skipped a

any further enhancements, he thought, stepping towards the foot of the stairs, his eyes never

stated, extending his hand for her

do you," She answered, gently placing her hand into his, feeling her heart race the moment his fingers brushed against

whisper and Leonica nodded, letting him lead her to

until she was comfortably seated before closing

going to splash a bucket of mop water all over me?" Leonica joked as they drove towards Owen's family Vila. "You know, considering the fact that

the family Vila, being welcomed by the smart butler, Philip, as

Romero." He bowed. "The master is waiting for you both

the second time felt more serious than the first time.

mia?" Owen's voice pulled her out of her thoughts and she chuckled when seeing the look

reassured him. "I just

hand on her lower back, rubbing it in

your mother never thought you manners after

servants dished him a portion of food. "I still don't get why you refuse to marry that sweet girl I introduced you to." "Because I don't love her, father." Came Owen's answer as he took Leonica's

blushed at his words, mirroring his smile. But the lovely moment was quickly interrupted by Taehyun as he chuckled. "Your mother said she loved me, preached about it in fact, yet where is she? Miami Florida enjoying her fucking new family." "Leonica isn't my mother." Owen defended vehemently, earning

you over at the slightest sign of trouble. Ms. Internet Queen over there is no

appreciate if you don't talk about my fiancée

were

wasn't." Owen answered and didn't speak after that, letting His father stare from

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