A Substitute Wife for the Mafioso

urrounded by perfectly maintained. Dorothy took a deep breath as she surveyed the grounds. out the window, feeling

cold voice. " It's your chance to redeem your

xed on the vast house. in front of her. The c

on of sneaky satisfaction. Margaret brought up the rear, leading the group towar

he mansion was sumptuous, with crystal chandeliers hanging from the ceiling, Persian rugs adorning the floorsa

They led them through a long corridor to a large reception room

deed far from the ideal image that we could be made from an heir of a rich family. He was thin, almost emaciated, with features marked by fatigue and illness.

greet them. His voice was soft but firm, bet

Nice to meet y

ed. "Thank you, Carlos. I am d

come to our humble home. We hope that this union will be beneficial for

rely concealed disgust. Dorothy couldn't help but notice the contrast be

emain so courteous in the face of so much contempt."Can I get

ater, please,

bring a drink of water. Dorothy took it gratef

sat down in front of her, his eye

moment of silence. " Can you

e an intern in a clinic before everything changes. » "You have ambitions," Carlos

ed, touched by his sinceri

s gave a sad smile. "There's not much to say. I have sp

I am. I try to contribute to the

ite his condition, was trying to find his place in the wo

med as if they were understood perfectl

Alessandro Donte interjected, breaking the silence. " That do you think of th

derstand the importance of this union for our famil

nto her. "Thank you, Dorothy," he said. gently. "I know it's not easy, bu

ively, but part of her mind remained focused on Carlos. There was something in him that touched her deeply, an inner strength that she admired and respected. When

mansion. Carlos showed him the different rooms, each one more opulent than the last, but it was the library that particularly caugh

ves of the glance."It's one of my favorite pieces," Carlos

aste," she repli

thy felt more and more at ease as she presence of Carlos, discovering in him a sensit

with you. This situation is new and difficult for me, but I am ready to make an e

ach other and find a way to make this union beneficial for both of us. » Dorothy felt a weight lifted from her shoulders.

rmined to create their own path, together. As they walked back to the mansion, Dorothy couldn't help but feel more confident. This marriage, which began as a si

the sun set over

still there, but she knew she was no longer alone in this struggle. With Ca

more time together, getting to know each other and understanding the strengths and weaknesses weaknesses of each. They

ivity. Despite his illness, he had a keen mind and curiosity insatia

his plans to help oth

with him hi

l struggles and aspirati

e support. Dorothy realized that, despite appearances, Carlos was much more than a sick man a

were walking in the gard

omething. No matter what others think or say, I believe in you. I

los. Your words mean a lot to me. And I want you to

n and with whom to face the challenges to come. The wedding day was fast approaching, and with it, the promise of a new start. For Dorothy, it was an opport

were ready to t