Husband Novel 345

Chapter 345 The Past

Sofia raised her head as Leonardo entered the opulent living area. Her eyes lit up, and a radiant smile graced her beautiful face. It was impossible for Leonardo not to smile in return; every time he saw her innocent expression, his stone heart came alive. The way Sofia's eyes sparkled when she looked at him made him feel like the center of her universe.

But a nagging fear haunted Leonardo's mind. How would he ever survive if she decided to leave him once their contract marriage was over? The thought sent a chill down his spine, disrupting the warmth he felt in Sofia's presence. He realized he had unconsciously furrowed his brow, mirroring the worry that had replaced Sofia's smile.

Oh, my angel, your smile is everything to me. I must find a way to bring it back to your face, he pondered, shaking his head slightly as if to dispel his troubled thoughts. With determination, he continued his stride toward her.

However, his progress was interrupted when he heard Bella's voice calling out to him.

"Leo! Wait," Bella called, her voice cutting through the air and causing Leonardo to pause mid-step. He turned to face his cousin, his expression inquiring.

Bella gestured for him to follow her. "Come with me. I want to talk to you," she said, her tone carrying a sense of urgency. Leonardo nodded silently, his curiosity piqued. He followed Bella as she led him to a secluded corner at the back of the hall, away from prying eyes and curious ears.

Leonardo stood in silence, his gaze fixed on Bella as she stared back at him, her eyes narrowed in suspicion. The tension in the room was palpable, like a smoldering fire waiting to ignite.

"What's wrong with you, Leo? Why are you taking sides with that slut?" Bella spat out the words, her voice dripping with venom. The moment they left her lips, Leonardo could feel his blood start to boil, his temper threatening to erupt.

"Mind your language, Bella," he growled, his voice laced with barely contained rage. "You are talking about my wife."

Bella's incredulous gaze locked onto Leonardo as if he had sprouted another head. Her disbelief was written all over her face. "Seriously, Leo? Are you the same Leonardo Morelli? You're talking about a girl you hated and didn't want to marry. Did you forget that you were forced into that marriage? You were supposed to marry Kat Ricci but ended up marrying her half-sister."

Leonardo scoffed, unable to believe Bella's audacity. He turned his back to her, his jaw clenched tightly. What was she trying to prove with her words?

"But the reality is that I am married to Sofia, and she is my wife. So what's your point in discussing this? I don't want to dwell on whatever happened in the past. I believe in living in the present and thinking about the future," Leonardo said firmly, hoping Bella would grasp his perspective and drop the topic.

sharp blade. "My point is that Kat was still in our class. But that girl is not worthy of being a Morelli. And... now I am certain that people were right about her, that she used to put a spell on men. Because I can see how you are behaving under her spell,"

"There is nothing like that. And no, I am not under any spell. In fact, I discovered that the rumors about Sofia were false and fabricated. After spending a few days with her, I could see the genuine innocence within Sofia," he warned her in a low voice,

she threw her hands in the air. "How can you not see her true face? She is a gold digger just like her

you did with Evelyn and Diana. Don't let yourself go through that pain

patience waned, his voice tinged with irritation. "Enough, Bella! You don't understand. Sofia is different. She's not

her lips curling into a sneer. Without giving Leonardo a chance to speak further, she turned on her heel and stormed away, the sound of her feet echoing through

Leonardo rubbed his forehead,

a dull ache pulsating. His cousin's skepticism was giving him a headache. Why couldn't they see that Sofia was innocent? Maybe one day they would realize their misjudgment and acknowledge their mistake. He took a

conversation.

filled his heart. Seeing two of his favorite women together, their laughter intertwining in the air, brought a sense of joy to his troubled soul. Sofia looked up, her eyes lighting up

his gaze fixed on her, studying every subtle movement. Sofia's eyes shimmered with a mixture of excitement and tenderness as she offered him her radiant smile, nodding her head in agreement. Leonardo couldn't help but

me?

pondered, questioning his own

thoughts.

expect a visit from you very soon. And don't forget to call me

seems your loyalties have shifted," Leonardo playfully taunted, a mischievous glimmer

Remember, I'm your mother, not the other way around," Anna scolded him, her tone laced with affectionate reproach.

tightly as if he

love you, Mum," he whispered, his voice filled with genuine affection.

her touch gentle and warm. Leaning in, she placed a tender kiss on his forehead. "I love you, my baby,"

Sofia's hand, intertwining their fingers, and led her towards the waiting car in the parking lot. They settled inside, the comfortable leather seats enveloping them. The engine roared to

unusually

noticing her melancholic demeanor decided to

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