A Substitute Wife for the Mafioso
img img A Substitute Wife for the Mafioso img Chapter 2 The Lent Family Plan
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Chapter 6 Chapitre 6 img
Chapter 7 Revelations img
Chapter 8 A Night of Passion img
Chapter 9 Chapitre 9 img
Chapter 10 Reversal of situation img
Chapter 11 First Retaliation img
Chapter 12 The past resurfaces img
Chapter 13 13 img
Chapter 14 Public Scandal img
Chapter 15 The Rise of Dorothy img
Chapter 16 A New Life img
Chapter 17 Threats and Dangers img
Chapter 18 Strategies and Alliances img
Chapter 19 N19 img
Chapter 20 Final Vengeance img
Chapter 21 Epilogue img
Chapter 22 Reconstruction img
Chapter 23 Reconciliation img
Chapter 24 The External threat img
Chapter 25 The children take over img
Chapter 26 Love Renewed img
Chapter 27 Hunting the Enemy img
Chapter 28 The Final Attack img
Chapter 29 Revelations about the past img
Chapter 30 Return to Normal img
Chapter 31 International Expansion img
Chapter 32 New Challenges img
Chapter 33 Family Problems img
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Chapter 2 The Lent Family Plan

Memories of Dorothy swirled through her mind as she was preparing for his first official meeting with Carlos Donte. She stood in front of a mirror decorated with gold, in a sumptuous room which contrasted sharply with the dull walls of the psychiatric hospital

that she had just left. Every detail of this room reminded her that she was no longer a prisoner of her family, but a centerpiece in a power play.

She still vividly remembered the day everything changed. It was a summer evening, hot and sultry, which seemed almost prophetic of the nightmare that was to follow.

#### Flashback

Dorothy had returned home after a long day of work at the clinic where she worked as an intern. Tired but satisfied with her progress, she headed towards the kitchen, hoping to find something quick to eat. Diane was there, sitting at the table, looking preoccupied. Their mother, Margaret, was also present, a mysterious look in her eyes. eyes.

"Dorothy, sit down, we need to talk," Margaret said in a tone she could not ignore.

Intrigued, Dorothy took her seat. " What is happening ? » "We have an opportunity for you," Diane began with a smile.

fake.Dorothy frowned. "What kind of opportunity? »

"An influential man has expressed an interest in you," Margaret replied.

"He thinks you might be a good wife. »

Dorothy burst out laughing. "A good wife? Are you kidding me. » Diane took Dorothy's hand, an expression of mock concern on her face.

his face. "Please listen to us. It's a chance for you to go out from this ordinary life and to do something great. » Margaret nodded. "It's an opportunity you can't refuse, Dorothy. You have to meet this man tonight. »

Confused and a little wary, Dorothy agreed. She was curious to see this that his family had concocted this time. But nothing had prepared her for what would follow.

The meeting was an orchestrated disaster. The man in question, obviously paid by his family, lured him into a trap. A night of passion forced, a sordid act of manipulation and betrayal. Dorothy woke up alone the next morning, the reality of what had happened crashing into her

her like a cold wave.

A few weeks later, she discovered she was pregnant. Joy initial response was quickly tarnished by fear and confusion. His family does not showed no support, quite the contrary. Margaret and Diane treated her with calculated contempt, belittling her at every opportunity. When she went to the hospital to give birth, she had no idea that it would be last time she would see her baby. The doctors told her that she had suffered a miscarriage and the child was stillborn. Dejected, she returned home, only to be interned shortly after in a psychiatric hospital under the pretext of mental disorders.#### Back to the present

Dorothy came back to reality when she felt a gentle hand on her shoulder. It was a servant, who had come to help her adjust her dress.

"You look beautiful, Miss Dorothy," she said with a smile. sincere.

"Thank you," Dorothy replied, appreciating the kindness in a sea of manipulation and lies.

She looked at herself one last time in the mirror, adjusting the last details of her dress. His mother and Diane were already waiting for him in the main hall, ready to lead her to her new destiny. Dorothy came down the stairs with natural grace, despite the whirlwind of thoughts and emotions which overwhelmed her.

"You look lovely," Margaret said in a tone that was meant to be warm but sounded hollow.

Diane nodded, a cold smile on her lips. "Carlos will be impressed. »

Dorothy looked at them, her eyes blazing with determination. " I do not do

not that for you. I do it for me. Remember it. »

They exchanged a look, somewhat destabilized by the firmness in Dorothy's voice, but said nothing. They all got in the car that was waiting for them, driven by a silent driver. The path took place in a tense silence, each kilometer bringing them closer to the home of the Dontes and Dorothy's uncertain future.Arriving in front of the Donte mansion, Dorothy felt a lump form in his stomach. She took a deep breath, reminding herself- even that it was a chance to regain control of his life. Margaret and Diane led her inside, where they were greeted by the butler who led them directly to Carlos.

Carlos Donte stood by the fireplace, a silhouette imposing despite her weakened physical condition. Dorothy noticed immediately the signs of his illness – the paleness of his face, the thinness of his body – but also the determination and intelligence in their eyes.

"Welcome, Dorothy," he said, moving forward to shake her hand. " I am nice to meet you. »

"So do I," replied Dorothy with a polite smile, although her heart is racing.

They all sat down, a strange silence settling before Margaret speak up.

"We are here to discuss arrangements," she said. "Dorothy is ready to honor our agreement. »

Carlos nodded. " Alright. I think it is important that Dorothy

and I have a private conversation. After all, we will soon be married. »

Margaret hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded. " Of course. Diane and

I will be in the garden if you need us. »

Once alone, Dorothy and Carlos observed each other in silence. Carlos was the first to speak."I know you don't want to be here any more than I do," he said softly.

"But I think we can make something good out of this situation. »

Dorothy looked at him attentively. "Why did you agree to this wedding, Carlos? You know as well as I that it's an arrangement of convenience. »

Carlos smiled sadly. "My family has expectations. And I'm tired to fight against them. But that doesn't mean I can't find a way to turn this situation into something positive. »

" And me ? » asked Dorothy. "I'm here because my family made me imposed. But I want to take back control of my life. I do not want to be a simple puppet. »

Carlos nodded. "We may have more in common than we know.

pensions. If we work together, maybe we can find a way to cope with our families and create our own path. »

Dorothy felt a wave of relief upon hearing these words. For the

For the first time, she saw Carlos as a potential ally rather than an obstacle.

" All right. We will work together. But there are things that you must know. »

Carlos tilted his head, ready to listen. Dorothy took a deep breath and began to tell his story. The night of betrayal orchestrated by his family, pregnancy, miscarriage, and finally, internment. Carlos listened attentively, his expression becoming more and more somber as as she spoke.

"I'm sorry you had to go through all this," he said softly.

when she was finished. "But that explains a lot. I now understand why you are so determined. »Dorothy nodded, her eyes shining with unshed tears. " THANKS. And

Now what are we going to do? »

Carlos took a deep breath. "We're going to get married, like foreseen. But from this moment on, we will be a team. We we will protect each other and we will find a way to overcome everything that. »

Dorothy smiled slightly. " All right. A team. »

They rose, sealing their alliance not with an embrace or a kiss, but with a firm and determined handshake. Whereas they joined their families in the garden, Dorothy felt a new hope be born in her. This arranged marriage, which started like any other sordid manipulation of his family, became a chance to take over control of her life and to take revenge on those who had betrayed her.

The rest of the day passed in a blur of arrangements and preparations. Dorothy and Carlos spent more time together, discussing their plans for the future and how best to manage their families respective. They discovered unexpected common points, shared interests, and a mutual understanding that strengthened their emerging alliance.

That evening, as Dorothy was getting ready for bed, she looked at herself in the mirror and saw a new version of herself. A woman who had suffered, but who had survived. A woman determined to take back his life in hand. And now she

Had an ally in Carlos, someone who understood his struggles and shared her goals.

Dorothy knew the road would be long and difficult, but she was ready. With Carlos by her side, she had finally found a glimmer of hope in the darkness. And she was determined to take this chance, to take revenge on those who had betrayed her.

            
            

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