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.

He sighed after glancing at

Leonica suggested, which Owen gladly accepted, allowing

part, Leonica stuffed her hands into her pocket

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."

She huffed while closing the door.

now she didn't 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 to

as Grace combed her hair, humming softly, completely unaware of the

heartedly, barely paying attention to what Grace was doing. Although she appreciated the special treatment from the caretaker today, she couldn't bring

However she had to disagree. Even though Leonica did indeed look good in 'any style' today wasn't one of those

Owen, Grace could tell. And what did she love more than seeing her paycheck go higher? Simple;

another word, Grace got to work, doing Leonica's hair the best way she knew how, and in less than twenty

in her voice as she stared

flashed her a smile and stood up,

out for her was a red cocktail dress, short enough to show off her long legs. The hem of the dress was trimmed

she wore a pair of black leather high heels, and the diamond bracelet she had

loose, only half of her locks were tied at the

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

questioned, earning several nods

"Owen's down stairs."

small black purse and pecked his head. "Mommy's going to be out late so don't wait for

underneath his voice, still not happy that his mother and Owen were going out

a few steps when she spotted

found her, and his heart skipped a beat as he admired her

complimented her, not that she needed any further enhancements, he thought, stepping towards the foot of

look...absolutely gorgeous." He stated, extending his

do you," She answered, gently placing her hand into his, feeling

He asked, his voice a low whisper and Leonica nodded, letting him

door for her and waited until she was comfortably seated before closing it and walking to

"You know, considering the fact that I indirectly ruined his last dinner." Owen chuckled. "He wouldn't dare do

by the smart butler, Philip, as Leonica recalled his name to be, who

Young master, Ms. Romero." He bowed. "The master is waiting for you both in the

time felt more serious than the first time.

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

She reassured him. "I just got a little

his support, Owen gently placed his hand on her lower back,

and dissatisfied voice Leonica remembered. "Well I can't blame you, your mother never thought you manners after all. Come, sit." "Hello father." Owen greeted as he led Leonica to the chair free chair, choosing to ignore his father's words towards his mother since today was an important day to

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 hand

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

same Owen, they'd screw you over at the slightest sign of trouble.

about my fiancée that way,

son's words. "You were serious about that? It wasn't

answered and didn't speak after that, letting His father

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