FOUR YEARS LATER

I made my way inside my house, locking the door behind me.

"You're back!" Greta said, smiling brightly at me. I smiled back,"Hey Greta. You can return to your house now, I'll take it from here."

"You sure, sweetheart? I mean you just came back from work, you must be tired and all. Don't you need rest?" Greta asked, worried.

I wouldn't blame the woman for being worried about me. I mean, I looked like a—probably depressed woman from her point of view.

Four years ago, I was ousted by Enzo fucking De Luca. Why? Because I lied to him— that's right, ladies and gentlemen...I lied to him so the smart asshole decided to kick me out. I betrayed him, apparently. Dude doesn't like it when people lie to him and dude doesn't think before he speaks.

I left without saying a word. I returned back to my cold, emotionless and distant self.

Fuck him. He's an idiot.

"Besides, Nick is sleeping." She added as I threw my bag on the nearby couch and walked to the kitchen.

I lived in a house, big enough, I mean, way too big for two people; me and my son, Nicholas— like you've already guessed Enzo's and mine's son.

I named him Nicholas because that was Enzo's middle name.

After I was 'thrown' out by my baby daddy, I moved to another country. I settled down in Australia.

The only people who knew where I was, was only Alessio, Sean and my mother. She would call to speak to Nick and I over the phone. That kid adored his grandmother.

As for Alessio and Sean, they would often come to visit and then would go right back without anyone knowing. I could trust these two guys, they wouldn't tell anyone about my whereabouts.

Though they did tell me that Enzo's been looking for me. I didn't care and I still don't. Even though, I knew it was bad to hide his own child from him but who cares? He didn't care when he threw me out right? Then why the hell should I?

I poured myself a glass of water and drank it before turning to Greta, Nick's babysitter or nanny, however you put it. She was the one who would look after Nick when I was out for 'work'.

"No seriously Greta, I'll be fine. You've been here all day. You can leave or make yourself at home." I said to Greta who smiled at me and nodded, "I'll just go. I'll come back tomorrow. Take care, darling."

"Okay bye."

"Bye!" She said and grabbed her bag and stuffs before leaving. Greta was old, probably around fifty. She had no family, I mean, she has, but they all 'abandoned her'.

I went to my room and saw Nick sleeping peacefully. I placed a lingering kiss on his forehead which made him stir a bit but he didn't wake up.

Then I went to take a bath. When I was done, I put on my clothes and went to sleep beside him.

**

"Enzo!!" Brinda whinned making me groan in frustration. Some people can't just take a hint, can they?

"What is it now?" I asked, refraining myself from adding 'bitch' to that question. I didn't even know why the hell I was refraining myself.

She pointed to her head, "My head's hurting a lot and my stomach too."

"I didn't study fucking medicines, Brinda." I snapped. Her eyes widened slightly, "It's Bianca. Why can't you acknowledge me? I'm the one here for you! stop thinking about that bitch! Is been four years, Enzo. Get over it!"

"It's Don for yo—" I cut myself off, "—you know what? Fuck this Brittany. Get out of my office." I stood up, having enough of her for today.

"But I—"

I cut her off, "Now"

She sighed but stood up nonetheless, "Fine!! Our engagement is in two weeks, by the way. Don't forget!" She said and walked away, slamming the door shut behind her.

I sat on my chair, and closed my eyes thinking about her. The only person I wanted to be with.

I hated Briana..Bianca or whatever her name was. I didn't want to marry her but I had to. I need a heir and a 'capable' Donna. Britney seemed to...have all the necessary qualities, unfortunately.

I've been trying to look for Lea but in vain. Even Alessio tried but failed. I regretted whatever I said four years ago deeply. Damn it!

If I could go back in the past and change it, hell I'd do it for anything in this world.

I wanted her back. And I would get her back. Whatever the cost may be. I was ready to find her just to lose her all over again. If it meant seeing her again? I was in for it. I was fucking desperate.

When Alessio found out about what I said to his sister, he was furious to say the least. I apologized but instead of accepting my apology, he kneed me where she sun doesn't shine and shot me a grin afterwards. 'Now, I forgive you' were his exact words.

And Truth be told, I deserved it.

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