A Substitute Wife for the Mafioso

olden light which seemed to bless this unexpected union. The Donte Mans

balconies, and garlands Bright ligh

masterpiece of haute couture work, made of delicate lace and satin sumptuous. Yet, despite the beauty of the dress, she could

room, her cold eyes s

mem

mind was prey to a silent torment. She thought of Carlos, of this imposed union, and to the promise of revenge that burned within her. She

announced as she en

ones down the long hallwa

te and red roses. Arriving in front of the big doors of the room, she

d, revealing a magnifi

ly, his gaze settling on Carlos who was waiting for him at the end of the aisle. He sto

room. Dorothy responded with a clear voice and calm, although his mind is agitate

" said Carlos, his voice trembling with emotion. "Wha

answered. "And I promise to love you, respect you

n. The contact of Carlos' lips on hers was gentle and respectful, far from the passionate kisses that Dorothy ha

ns, toasts and dances. The guests celebrated with enthusia

ing the reception, Dorothy and Carlos had few moments alone, each being constantly in demand by guests and members of the family.

but I promise you we

s' kindness. " I thank you als

. Night fell on the manor, and the time of the first night of their marriage was approaching. Dorothy felt

l chamber, a large suite decorated with antique

Carlos approached her cauti

don't want to make you uncomfortable, Dorothy. We can take our ti

nk we both need time to g

f the bed. "I have something for you

ed him. Carlos opened a d

kids we talked abou

ehind all this tha

ling two medallions. "He

Isabella a

en as she strangely reminded someone. "They're beautiful," sh

Dorothy. I think you need to know the whole truth. They come from o

we need to figure out together," he replied. "Truths about our families and what

heir journey together had only just begun, and that, despite the challenges ahead, she was not alone.That evening, Dorothy and Carlos spent the night talki

based on trut

er side sides, she could face the trials to come. Their marriage, although begun under complicated auspices, carried with

ng a new bond and unexpected. Dorothy felt lighter, as if a huge weight had been lifted. lifted from his sh

just here by choice. There are forces at work that you are unaware of. » Carlos nodded, his expression becoming more

aumatic, and his unjust internment in the psychiatric hospital. Each word seemed to free her a little more, and she felt a mixture of rage and sadness invade him.Carlos listened attentively, his

gratitude and affecti

comfort me more tha

of the night talking, confiding secrets and dreams, to comfort each other.

esture had his importance. Today she had to face the Donte family no only as a wife, but as a strategic ally. In

th austere elegance,

ooked up at her a

hy. Come sit

eling the evaluative glan

d to make a good impression, not on

nte, spoke. "Dorothy, welcome to our f

ute positively to our common future. »The exchanges were formal and tense, but Dorothy felt she had taken a first step. A

he future, Dorothy," Car

any things you need to know about our

ar everything. "I'm ready,

current affairs and enemies potential. Dorothy listened attentively, taking mental notes on ever

ey discussed plans to str

t of Dorothy and her strategic approach. He realized that h

said, looking at her with admiration.

pride pass through her. "

d toge

vousness. She knew that their first night together as a married couple would be a pivotal

to know that I respect your feelings an

ed by his consideration. "Th

They spent the night talking and getting closer, sharing moments of

hat she was starting to ha

he conversations became

eep that united them beyond words. They discovered affinities un

ant step and felt ready to face the challenges future. Carlos was at h

Carlos, already at the table. They looked at her with curiosity and a litt

tteo," she said with

ds. »The children exchanged a look,

bout you. We hope you

r her. " I'll do my best to be there fo

ew that winning their trust would take time, but

ges but also endless possibilities. With Carlos and the children by her side, she felt rea