Chapter 5 Discovery and confrontation

The next morning, after their first night of marriage and the exchanges intense experiences they had shared, Dorothy rose with spirits boiling. The revelations of the day before, combined with the first impressions on Carlos and the Donte family, had left an imprint deep inside her. As she dressed, she thought about the conversation she was having.

had to have with Carlos about the children. Similarities troubles between Isabella, Matteo and herself could not be ignored.

As she went down to breakfast, Dorothy felt a knot form in his stomach. She entered the dining room, where Carlos was already seated, surrounded by papers and files. The children were not not there yet. Carlos looked up at her and gave her a smile. warm.

"Hello, Dorothy. I hope you slept well," he said, his tone heavy.

of gentleness.

Dorothy sat across from him, trying to hide her inner turmoil.

"Yes, thank you, Carlos. There's something I'd like to talk to you about. » Carlos frowned slightly, noticing the tension in her voice.

" Of course. What is it about ? »

Dorothy took a deep breath before continuing. "Children,

Carlos. Isabella and Matteo... They look so much like me. I can not keep me from wondering...are they really mine? » Carlos' face hardened slightly. "Dorothy, I knew this time would come. I owe you the truth. » He gestured to a servant making sure no one disturbed them, then turned completely towards She.

"When we found out you were pregnant after that night with this stranger, your family did everything to keep this a secret. I had mysuspicions, but I had no concrete proof. It's just so much more It was later, when you were in the psychiatric hospital, that I learned the truth. THE

children are indeed yours. »

Dorothy felt a mixture of shock and relief wash over her. "Why didn't you tell me before? Why make me believe that they were dead? »

Carlos sighed, running a hand through his hair. "Your family has orchestrated this whole charade to keep you away and preserve their reputation. They used your vulnerability to their advantage. When I discovered the truth, it was too late to take you out of the hospital without attracting attention. So I decided to wait for the right moment to reveal to you all of this. »

Dorothy clenched her fists, anger rising within her. "They stole my children, my life, and now they want me to play a role in this family ? This is unacceptable, Carlos. I want them back. I want them know the truth. »

Carlos placed a comforting hand on hers. " We are going to do it, Dorothy. But we have to be strategic. If we act quickly, we risk losing everything. Your family is powerful and influential. We must find irrefutable evidence and develop a plan to confront them. »

Dorothy nodded, feeling her resolve strengthen. " I understand, Carlos. I am ready to do anything to get my children back and their

show the truth. But how are we going to do this? »

Carlos leaned forward, his eyes staring intently into hers. " We Let's start by investigating the hospital where you were interned. There must be have records, proof of what they did to you. Then, we will have to find a way to confront your family without them being able to defend. We must act silently and strike hard when the moment will have come. »Dorothy nodded, feeling a wave of hope wash over her.

"Thank you, Carlos.

With you by my side, I know we can succeed. I'm ready for anything for my children. »

The rest of the day was devoted to careful preparations. Dorothy and

Carlos spent hours in the office, strategizing and

discussing next steps. They contacted private detectives, lawyers, and began to collect information about the hospital and the Lent family.

In the evening, after an exhausting but productive day, Dorothy found herself alone in the library, thinking about everything that had happened.

pass. She felt a presence behind her and turned to see Isabella and Matteo watching him.

"Good evening, you two," she said with a smile, trying to hide her emotion. " What are you doing here ? »

Isabella approached timidly. "Daddy told us you wanted us talk. Is it true ? »

Dorothy felt her heart tighten. " Yes, it's true. There is a lot of things you need to know, and I want to be honest with you. »

Matteo, more reserved, stared at her with piercing eyes. "You are our real

Mom, right? »

Dorothy felt tears welling up in her eyes. "Yes, Matteo. I'm yours Mom. I was separated from you because of bad people, but I am here now, and I will do everything to protect you and be with you. » Isabella threw herself into his arms, crying softly. "We have you missed so much, mom. Why did these people make us

That ? »Dorothy hugged her children, feeling a new determination and fierce. "Because they are selfish and cruel, my dear. But we We are together now, and nothing can separate us. We will to fight for our family and for the truth.

In the following days, Dorothy and Carlos continued their investigation with a redoubled determination. Each new piece of information brought them one step closer little more of the truth and the inevitable confrontation with the Lent family.

Dorothy was more resilient than ever, refusing to let her painful past dictate one's future.

One evening, while they were both in the office, Carlos placed a hand on Dorothy's shoulder. "You're amazing, you know? You have strength and your

determination gives me hope that we will succeed. »

Dorothy looked up at him, touched by his words. "Thank you, Carlos. I could never have done this without you. Together we are stronger. » Carlos smiled and gently pulled her against him. "Yes, together. And we don't

let no one stop us. »

Dorothy felt a comforting warmth invade her. For the first time For a long time, she had felt safe and loved. She knew that the path ahead would be strewn with pitfalls, but she was ready for anything face with Carlos at his side.

A few weeks later, as they continued to gather evidence, a new discovery shook up their investigation. An old employee of the psychiatric hospital, who had witnessed the shenanigans of the Lent family, agreed to testify on their behalf. His testimony would be crucial in proving Margaret and Diane's machinations. "We finally have a chance to confront them," Carlos said excitedly.

by this progress. "With this testimony we can attack them on their own land. »

Dorothy nodded, feeling a renewed determination. " Yes we

We must use this opportunity. They must pay for what they did. » The day of confrontation arrived quickly. Dorothy and Carlos, accompanied by their lawyers and the key witness, went to the mansion Slow. The tension was palpable as they entered the large room where Margaret and Diane were waiting for them, surrounded by their own advisors.

"Dorothy, Carlos," Margaret said icily. "To what do we owe that surprise visit? »Dorothy straightened up, her gaze defiant. "We are here to expose the truth, Margaret. The lies and betrayals must stop. We we have proof of what you did, and we will confront you publicly. »

Diane turned pale, while Margaret maintained a mask of calm. " I do not don't know what you're talking about, Dorothy. You always had... tendencies imaginative. »

Carlos intervened, placing a stack of documents on the table. " These documents, as well as the testimony of this former hospital employee, prove that you orchestrated Dorothy's miscarriage and her unjustified internment. Your shenanigans are over. »

Margaret lost her composure for a moment, her eyes flashing with anger. "You have no idea of the consequences of your actions. YOU can't defeat us. »

Dorothy, with new strength, declared: "We are not alone; Margaret. We have the truth on our side, and we won't stop not until justice is done. »

The confrontation continued as the evidence mounted against Margaret and Diana. The Donte family, supported by Dorothy and Carlos, turned out to be a formidable force, ready to do anything to defend the truth and protect their family.

As Dorothy left Lent Manor, she felt a wave of triumph.

overwhelm. She had finally started to regain control of her life, determined to build a better future for herself and her children. Alongside of Carlos, she knew that they could face any obstacle and emerge victorious.