Dangerous Secrets: My Mafia Stepbrother

Emanuele was so powerful, he could protect her and shield her from facing those awkward situations. Isabella thought to herself, perhaps she could really walk alongside Emanuele from now on? Even if the future might be cruel, and she might suffer more pain than now, at least, for the moment, they could be happy together. “Yes, Emanuele, you’re right. It was my lack of confidence in you that made me consider divorce. I should have been firmer,” Isabella admitted.

Seeing Isabella’s softened attitude, Emanuele was pleased. Finally, Isabella no longer wanted to escape him or leave him like before, which relieved Emanuele. He couldn’t resist the urge to hug and kiss Isabella. As his actions grew more intense, and Isabella could feel his body’s response, she stopped him before he lost control. “Wait, Emanuele, this is Evelyn’s apartment, we shouldn’t be doing this here,” she reminded him.

Emanuele, though slightly annoyed at Isabella’s interruption, managed to restrain himself. Damn it, why did Isabella choose to stay at Evelyn’s place? Otherwise, he could have had his way with her by now. But in the end, Emanuele held back, carried Isabella downstairs, into the car, and drove them back to their own apartment.

Sitting in the car, feeling the man beside her driving, his scent of hormones in the air, Isabella felt a bit dizzy. It was strange how, despite their impending divorce, they seemed to suddenly reconcile upon seeing each other again. And her previously unwavering determination seemed to crumble upon seeing Emanuele. Isabella found that she could never maintain her composure in front of Emanuele. His pleas, persuasions, and coercion could easily sway her stance.Copyright Nôv/el/Dra/ma.Org.

Isabella texted Evelyn, informing her that she was returning with Emanuele. Evelyn quickly replied, “Isabella, does he know the truth?” “Yes, he suddenly investigated my medical report and discovered the issue. Since he knows now and still wants me by his side, that’s how it is. I thought about it, and if he doesn’t really like me in the future, then I’ll leave him again,” Isabella explained.

Seeing Isabella’s reply, Evelyn felt relieved. Isabella finally seemed to have come to her senses. Previously supporting Isabella’s decision to leave, Evelyn now supported her return. Regardless of Isabella’s choices, Evelyn vowed to be there for her. But she found it strange how Emanuele, who was previously unaware, suddenly agreed to divorce and investigated Isabella’s condition. Could it be James who spilled the beans?

With this thought in mind, Evelyn immediately called James. “Why did Emanuele suddenly go find Isabella, knowing about her health condition? Did you say something to him?” James hurriedly replied, “I didn’t say anything.” “I don’t believe it. What a coincidental turn of events,” Evelyn probed further. James felt guilty under Evelyn’s scrutiny.

“I really didn’t say anything about her condition. I just mentioned seeing Isabella drunk and in tears, suggesting she might have some hidden reasons for her behavior, prompting Emanuele to investigate. So, that’s all,” James explained, justifying his actions. Listening to James, Evelyn was at a loss for words. James had indeed managed to hint without directly revealing the truth to Emanuele.

“James, you screwed everything up! Isabella was on the verge of divorcing him, and now she’s probably going back to Emanuele,” Evelyn lamented. Though her concerns were for her friend, she couldn’t help but feel selfish, believing Isabella’s leaving Emanuele would be better for her safety. James argued, “But Evelyn, I believe Emanuele and his wife would be happier together. Yes, you worry about your friend’s safety, but think about us. We’re together despite the risks. Would you choose safety over our happiness?”

Persuaded by James, Evelyn conceded. She realized her own situation was also risky, but the happiness she found with James outweighed the dangers. Isabella must have similar thoughts. Relieved that Evelyn wasn’t angry, James let out a sigh of relief, fearing she might break up with him over this disagreement.

At this moment, Isabella and Evelyn returned to the apartment. Seeing everything familiar around her, Isabella wondered how Emanuele had spent these days alone. When Emanuele returned to the apartment, seeing all the familiar things reminded him of the wonderful times they had shared. It must have been hard for him. Isabella couldn’t relate since she stayed at Evelyn’s place and didn’t have these memories triggered. When Isabella apologized tearfully to Emanuele, he resisted the urge to comfort her, reminding her of the pain she had caused both of them with her unilateral decision.

“Isabella, you don’t need to apologize. As long as you’re happy, that’s all that matters. My sadness and sorrow, you can ignore them. It’s fine. I’ll just smoke more and drink a bit more,” Emanuele expressed. The more he downplayed his emotions, the more Isabella felt guilty. She deeply regretted hurting Emanuele with her thoughtless actions. “Emanuele, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have done what I did. I know I was wrong,” Isabella finally confessed.