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Just finished Betrayed by Family, I Became a Mafia Princess and honestly? I'm still mad for her.
Alessia loved her fiancé for five years. He secretly married the woman who stole her place in the Mafia family. Her brother and best friend helped cover it up. Then they framed her for kidnapping a baby. They beat her until she lost her unborn child. They thought they had broken her.
They thought she was an orphan with no one to fight for her. They were wrong. Her real father is the most powerful Mafia boss in the world. And when he finds out what they did to his daughter? The reckoning is coming.
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📝Synopsis:
Just finished Betrayed by Family, I Became a Mafia Princess and honestly? I'm still mad for her.
Alessia loved her fiancé for five years. He secretly married the woman who stole her place in the Mafia family. Her brother and best friend helped cover it up. Then they framed her for kidnapping a baby. They beat her until she lost her unborn child. They thought they had broken her.
They thought she was an orphan with no one to fight for her. They were wrong. Her real father is the most powerful Mafia boss in the world. And when he finds out what they did to his daughter? The reckoning is coming.
💎Genre:Drama, Revenge, Mafia, Hidden Identity, Betrayal
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00:00Sofia, I know you hate me, but you can't make up lies like this.
00:04I married Vincent since the year father brought me home.
00:06How could he possibly be your fiancé?
00:08With tears in her eyes, Sofia turned to Vincilla.
00:11What is going on?
00:12Vincinus, say something.
00:15Vinitzit hurriedly trossed aside his cigar.
00:17Sofia, calm down.
00:18Let me explain.
00:19Watching him panic, I felt my heart freeze inch by inch.
00:22I was the one he'd deceived, yet Sofia was the one he rushed to reassure.
00:26Something inside me finally snapped.
00:28A furious scream tore from my throat.
00:30Look carefully, the man beside you is my fiancé.
00:33He has tattoos across his back and chest.
00:35I gave him the gun at his waist on our first anniversary.
00:38I pointed at the gun, and Vincinus immediately covered it with his hand.
00:41My name is engraved on it.
00:43I carved it myself.
00:44I pulled down my collar and revealed the scar on my shoulder.
00:47And this scar?
00:48I was the daughter of a mafia godfather.
00:51The day I met Vincent, he fell in love with me at first sight.
00:55The first time, I found a receipt from a luxury boutique in his pocket.
00:59It was a gift for another boss's wife.
01:01In our world, every courtesy has to be handled properly.
01:04I chose to believe him.
01:06The second time, I found an earring in his car that wasn't mine.
01:10One of his friends claimed it belonged to his girlfriend and told me not to read into it.
01:15Then came a third time and a fourth.
01:17Whenever I found something suspicious, someone always had an excuse ready.
01:22The tenth time, I pulled a box of condoms from under our bed and held it up in front of
01:27him.
01:29Whose are these?
01:30We never use this brand.
01:32Vincent paused halfway through, nodding his tie.
01:34With a weary sigh, he made a call.
01:38Lorenzo, when you stayed over last time, did you leave a box of condoms here?
01:42Yeah, I've been looking for them.
01:45Sorry.
01:46Is my sister doubting you again?
01:48Then Camille, my sister-in-law, and my best friend started lecturing me.
01:51Alexia, trust is the foundation of any relationship.
01:56You can't keep doubting Vincent.
01:58If you can't trust him, don't marry him.
02:01Stop taking Vincent's love for granted.
02:03After the call ended, Vincent spread his hands.
02:08Alessia, we should end this.
02:10This is the tenth time.
02:11Like Camille said, if you can't trust me, maybe we shouldn't.
02:14You're right.
02:16We're cancelling the wedding.
02:17Vincent would never have guessed that no one else had left those condoms.
02:21I bought them myself and planted them under the bed.
02:27That single box was all it took to tear open the ugly truth behind our so-called love.
02:33I've cancelled the wedding photographer.
02:34Don't bother buying the rings.
02:36The moment I finished, Vincent tugged at his tie in annoyance.
02:39Alexia, how long are you going to keep this up?
02:41Even your brother vouched for me.
02:42What more do you want?
02:44He sat at the other end of the bed with his back to me.
02:46If you're sick, see a doctor.
02:48But stop suspecting me all day.
02:49You're only hurting our relationship.
02:51One day, your suspicions will wear away every bit of love I have for you.
02:56I'm serious, Alexia.
02:57A marriage can't last without trust.
03:00Before I could answer, his phone chimed.
03:02The instant he read the message, the irritation in his eyes melted into tenderness.
03:06But when he looked at me again, his gaze turned cold.
03:09I'm busy today.
03:10Find something to do so you don't sit around doubting me again.
03:13He straightened his tie and left without looking back.
03:16I knew Vincent was hiding something.
03:18Instead of taking my car, I hailed a cab and followed him.
03:21Forty minutes later, the cab stopped outside a villa in the suburbs.
03:25Through a window, I saw a living room filled with food and wine.
03:28Everyone around the table was painfully familiar.
03:31Beside Vincent sat a woman holding a baby.
03:34She wore the same earring I'd once found in his car.
03:36Her designer dress matched the receipt I'd found in Vincent's pocket.
03:40Then I saw her face.
03:41I could never forget it.
03:42This woman had nearly taken everything from me.
03:45A year earlier, my adoptive father, the godfather, found his long-lost biological daughter, Sophia.
03:51Only then did I learn I wasn't his real daughter.
03:54From that day on, the family shut me out and stripped away every privilege I'd had.
03:59They crowned Sophia the princess of the Romano family.
04:02And I became the outsider who had stolen her place for years.
04:06I couldn't accept it.
04:07During one argument, Sophia's bodyguard beat me badly.
04:10And my adoptive father threw me out.
04:14Now, the brother who had always protected me was carefully cutting Sophia's stake.
04:19The best friend who'd sworn to stand by me forever was playing with Sophia's baby.
04:24And Vincent, who had just accused me of distrusting him, pulled Sophia into his arms as everyone cheered.
04:31The sight made the room spin.
04:35After I was thrown out, Vincent promised to care for me for the rest of my life.
04:41They all knew I had nowhere to go, yet they still deceived me together.
04:45My eyes stung, but I forced back my tears.
04:49So this was what betrayal by the people closest to me felt like.
04:52I was a fool trapped in their web of lies.
04:55Then my phone lit up.
04:56One message gave me hope again.
04:58We've found your biological parents.
05:00We'll pick you up in three days.
05:02Thank goodness.
05:04Soon, I would have a real family of my own.
05:06In three days, I would leave these liars behind.
05:09And I would leave Vincent.
05:12I turned to go.
05:13I couldn't bear their fake smiles for another second.
05:16But a voice behind me suddenly called out.
05:18Alexia, are you here for my son's first birthday party too?
05:22I stopped.
05:23Sophia walked toward me with a bright smile.
05:26Alexia, I thought you were still angry about father's decision.
05:29I'm glad you finally accepted it.
05:31By the way, this is our brother's new wife, Camille.
05:35You haven't met, have you?
05:37You'd already left home when they married.
05:40Hello.
05:41It's nice to meet you.
05:43Camille, my best friend and sister-in-law, gave me a mocking smile before nodding politely.
05:48She sounded polite but distant, as if we'd truly never met.
05:51Lorenzo watched me from the crowd with a complicated look, but said nothing.
05:55Sophia didn't seem to notice Camille's slip.
05:58Smiling, she pulled Vincent to her side and pressed close to him.
06:02This is my husband.
06:03Vincent, his name is Vanessa.
06:05I cut her off with a smile.
06:07His name is Vanessa, and he owns this villa.
06:11Sophia froze.
06:12Her gaze darted between Vincent and me.
06:15How do you know his name?
06:16Do you two know each other?
06:18Vincent's face stiffened, and his eyes flashed a warning.
06:21I ignored it and smiled as I nodded.
06:24Of course.
06:25He's my fiancé.
06:26We've been together for five years, and we were about to get married.
06:30He bought this villa for me, too.
06:32Every detail was decorated to suit my taste.
06:35Didn't you know?
06:40I covered my mouth in feigned surprise.
06:42I only mentioned that the air was nice here, and Vincent had bought me the entire villa.
06:47But I prefer our home in the city, so I rarely come here.
06:52That was what I said.
06:53But the truth was, I hadn't been the one avoiding this place.
06:57Vincetta had always claimed it was too far, and rarely brought me here.
07:01Now I finally understood.
07:03It was just another lie meant to keep me from discovering the truth.
07:07Alexia!
07:08I know you hate me, but you can't make up lies like this.
07:11I married Vincent since the year father brought me home.
07:13How could he possibly be your fiancé?
07:15With tears in her eyes, Sophia turned to Vincilla.
07:18What is going on?
07:19Vincenna, say something!
07:22Vinicet hurriedly trossed aside his cigar.
07:24Sophia, calm down.
07:25Let me explain.
07:26Watching him panic, I felt my heart freeze inch by inch.
07:29I was the one he'd deceived, yet Sophia was the one he rushed to reassure.
07:33Something inside me finally snapped.
07:35A furious scream tore from my throat.
07:37Look carefully!
07:38The man beside you is my fiancé!
07:40He has tattoos across his back and chest.
07:42I gave him the gun at his waist on our first anniversary!
07:45I pointed at the gun, and Vincent immediately covered it with his hand.
07:48My name is engraved on it.
07:50I carved it myself.
07:51I pulled down my collar and revealed the scar on my shoulder.
07:54And this scar?
07:55I took a bullet for him when a mission went wrong.
07:58He sleeps beside me every night and eats breakfast with me every morning.
08:01I even chose the suit he's wearing.
08:04So, my dear sister, you're the other woman.
08:08You're the secret lover he's been hiding from me!
08:11Alexia, shut up!
08:12The moment Sophia cried, all three of them tried to silence me at once.
08:16Cold fury churned in Vincent's eyes.
08:18Lorenzo and Kamel looked ready to rush over and cover my mouth.
08:20I laughed.
08:21Am I wrong?
08:22Don't tell me none of you knew!
08:24How much longer were you planning to deceive me?
08:26Vanessa pulled Sophia firmly into his arms.
08:29When he spoke to me, his voice was ice cold.
08:31Who gave you the right to speak to Sophia that way?
08:35She knew nothing.
08:36None of this is her fault.
08:42Camille dropped her gentle act, and her voice turned vicious.
08:45Don't you understand?
08:46He loves her, so you're the one who doesn't belong.
08:48The Godfather approved their marriage, and everyone supports them.
08:52They're the couple who truly love each other.
08:54Lorenzo stepped in front of Sophia as if afraid I might hurt her.
08:57We hid the truth to spare you the humiliation.
08:59Sophia is father's biological daughter.
09:01Only her marriage to Vincitta can earn father's blessing.
09:03Just walk away.
09:04I looked at Lorenzo, the man I'd called my brother for years.
09:07Then at my best friend, at the fiancé who'd sworn to love only me.
09:09And at Sophia, whose tearful eyes couldn't hide her triumph.
09:12My heart felt torn apart.
09:13So you convinced father to throw me out?
09:15You left me homeless and let people abuse me?
09:18Every buried grievance surged up at once, and tears spilled down my face.
09:22However you dress it up, she's still the other woman.
09:24Every one of you deceived me.
09:25You're all liars!
09:26Before I could finish, Vincent slapped me across the face.
09:30My head snapped to the side, and my ears rang.
09:33I gave you a chance, Alexia.
09:35You're the one who refused it.
09:37I warned you not to speak about Sophia that way.
09:40Don't test my limits.
09:41Before I recovered, Camille grabbed my arm and dragged me into a bedroom.
09:45Sunlight filled the room.
09:46Through the window, I could see a distant farm and the garden below.
09:50Vincent had originally chosen this room for me himself.
09:53He said I deserved the best.
09:55But when Camille opened the door, nothing inside reflected my taste.
09:59Pink wallpaper.
10:00A canopy bed draped in sheer fabric.
10:02A claying cloud of perfume.
10:03A wedding photo of Vincent and Sophia hung on the wall.
10:05Below it, photo Vincent and smaller pictures.
10:08Their baby and family portraits of all three of them.
10:10Not a single trace of me remained.
10:13Face it, Alessia.
10:15Vincent and Sophia are in love.
10:17They belong together.
10:19He stayed only because you saved his life, and he owed you.
10:24I shook my head.
10:26No!
10:27I don't believe you!
10:29Camille patted my shoulder with a pitying look.
10:31Do you really think Sophia met the Godfather only a year ago?
10:34They've been together for three years.
10:37He helped her find her biological father.
10:39After that, everyone accepted them.
10:41She stared into my eyes and delivered the cruelest blow.
10:44Lorenzo and I both believed they were the perfect match.
10:46And throwing you out, that was Vincent's idea.
10:49Once you were gone for good, no one could threaten Sophia's place in the family.
10:52I stared at Camille as if she were a stranger.
10:55I couldn't understand how my best friend, my sister-in-law, could do this.
10:59When she and Lorenzo chose to marry, she'd hugged me, laughing through tears.
11:03She said we'd finally be a real family and stay together forever.
11:07She'd even warned Vincenta she'd skin him alive if he ever hurt me.
11:10Yet now she helped another woman take him from me.
11:12And she said I was the one who shouldn't exist.
11:15I couldn't hold back anymore.
11:17Tears ran down my face.
11:19It felt as if a knife had split my heart open.
11:22The pain was worse than the day I'd been shot.
11:24Footsteps sounded behind me.
11:26Vincent and Sophie entered the room.
11:28I wiped away my tears and took a deep breath.
11:30If you truly love each other, then I'll step aside.
11:32Alexa.
11:33Calm down, don't say things you'll regret.
11:34They spoke together, clearly surprised I would let go so easily.
11:37I only smiled and looked at Sophia.
11:39I was out of this game before it even began.
11:41I wish you both happiness.
11:45I turned and left.
11:47Vincent reached for me, but I stepped aside before he could grab me.
11:51Every betrayal, every lie, I carved them all into my memory.
11:57I would never forgive them, and I would never forget.
12:00I was packing my bags when Vincent suddenly returned to our apartment.
12:04The moment he saw my suitcase, he exploded.
12:06Alessia, what are you doing?
12:07Are you moving out?
12:08Are you leaving me?
12:10I couldn't believe he had the nerve to ask.
12:12Shut up.
12:13I glared at him and slapped him hard across the face.
12:15Listen carefully, Vincent.
12:17You left me.
12:18You abandoned me.
12:19Should I stay until you throw me out yourself?
12:22His cheek quickly turned red.
12:23He pressed his tongue against the sore spot, but didn't get angry.
12:26Instead, he opened his arms and pulled me into an embrace.
12:28All right, sweetheart, I was wrong.
12:30Hit me or curse me if it helps.
12:31Do you feel better now?
12:32We've been together for five years.
12:33What we had was real.
12:34Can you truly let it go that easily?
12:35You nearly died saving me.
12:37I'll never forget that, and I would never abandon.
12:38Only then did I realize I'd never truly known Vincent.
12:43When had he become this shameless and two-faced?
12:46I shoved him away and put distance between us.
12:50But Vincent only smiled and approached me with open arms again.
12:53Sofia is the Romano family's princess.
12:56Marrying her gives me more power.
12:58You don't even know who your biological father is.
13:00How will you survive without me?
13:02Vincent gazed at me with such tenderness, as if he truly cared about my future.
13:06Sofia and I already have a child.
13:07My position in the family has never been stronger.
13:10Stay with me.
13:10I can give you everything except the title of wife.
13:12I wanted to throw up.
13:14Every word from his mouth made me sick.
13:17When I didn't answer, Vincent took my silence as consent.
13:20Smiling, he stroked my hair.
13:22Let me make it up to you.
13:23We'll go shopping, and I'll buy you anything you want.
13:26Before I could respond, Lorenzo and Camille rushed through the open door.
13:33Lorenzo charged at me and slapped me to the floor.
13:35Camille seized my collar and screamed in my face.
13:38Alexia, where did you hide Sofia's baby?
13:41Sofia ran in crying and shook my shoulders.
13:43You took my baby, didn't you tell me where he is?
13:46He's only one.
13:47He'll die without me.
13:48I'll give Vincent back.
13:49I don't want my place in the family either.
13:51I'll give you anything.
13:52Just return my baby.
13:53The smile vanished from Vincent's face.
13:55He stepped forward, tense.
13:57What do you mean the baby is missing?
13:59He disappeared during his nap.
14:01He can barely walk.
14:02Someone must have taken him.
14:05Vincent roared, pulled his gun, and pressed the barrel hard against my forehead.
14:09No wonder you were packing to run.
14:11You knew what you'd done and planned to flee before we caught you.
14:14Tell me, where did you hide him?
14:16The cold barrel touched my skin, and my blood seemed to freeze.
14:20Years ago, I hadn't feared being outnumbered in a gunfight.
14:22I hadn't been afraid when I took a bullet for Vincent.
14:25But now, I was truly terrified.
14:27Not of dying.
14:28I feared I wouldn't live to see them kneel and beg for mercy.
14:32I didn't do anything.
14:33I've never even seen that baby.
14:35Sophia collapsed to the floor, sobbing so hard she almost vanted.
14:39If you want revenge, take it out on me!
14:42The baby is innocent!
14:43If anything happens to him, I can't go on living!
14:46Each word tightened Vincent's grip on the gun.
14:50Click.
14:51He chambered around.
14:53In another second, the bullet would go through my head.
14:56I really don't know.
14:58I had done nothing.
14:59How could I confess?
15:00Lorenzo stood nearby, his face cold.
15:03Even if you were still my sister, I couldn't cover for you.
15:05And you're not anymore.
15:06He turned to Vincent.
15:07Alessia won't talk.
15:08Teach her a lesson, or she won't tell us anything.
15:10Vanessa nodded and lowered his gun, his eyes terrifyingly cold.
15:14Then beat her until she talks.
15:28I was the daughter of a mafia godfather.
15:30The day I met Vincent, he fell in love with me at first sight.
15:35The first time, I found a receipt from a luxury boutique in his pocket.
15:39It was a gift for another boss's wife.
15:41In our world, every courtesy has to be handled properly.
15:44I chose to believe him.
15:46The second time, I found an earring in his car that wasn't mine.
15:49One of his friends claimed it belonged to his girlfriend.
15:53And told me not to read into it.
15:55Then came a third time, and a fourth.
15:57Whenever I found something suspicious, someone always had an excuse ready.
16:02The tenth time, I pulled a box of condoms from under our bed and held it up in front of
16:06him.
16:09Who's are these?
16:10We never use this brand.
16:11Vincent paused halfway through, nodding his tie.
16:14With a weary sigh, he made a call.
16:17Lorenzo, when you stayed over last time, did you leave a box of condoms here?
16:21Yeah, I've been looking for them.
16:24Sorry.
16:25Is my sister doubting you again?
16:27Then Camille, my sister-in-law, and my best friend started lecturing me.
16:31Alexia, trust is the foundation of any relationship.
16:35You can't keep doubting Vincent.
16:37If you can't trust him, don't marry him.
16:40Stop taking Vincent's love for granted.
16:42After the call ended, Vincent spread his hands.
16:48Alessia, we should end this.
16:49This is the tenth time.
16:51Like Camille said, if you can't trust me, maybe we shouldn't.
16:54You're right.
16:55We're canceling the wedding.
16:57Vincent would never have guessed that no one else had left those condoms.
17:00I bought them myself and planted them under the bed.
17:07That single box was all it took to tear open the ugly truth behind our so-called love.
17:12I've canceled the wedding photographer.
17:14Don't bother buying the rings.
17:15The moment I finished, Vincent tugged at his tie in annoyance.
17:19Alexia, how long are you going to keep this up?
17:21Even your brother vouched for me.
17:22What more do you want?
17:23He sat at the other end of the bed with his back to me.
17:26If you're sick, see a doctor.
17:27But stop suspecting me all day.
17:29You're only hurting our relationship.
17:31One day, your suspicions will wear away every bit of love I have for you.
17:35I'm serious, Alexia.
17:37A marriage can't last without trust.
17:39Before I could answer, his phone chimed.
17:41The instant he read the message, the irritation in his eyes melted into tenderness.
17:46But when he looked at me again, his gaze turned cold.
17:49I'm busy today.
17:50Find something to do so you don't sit around doubting me again.
17:53He straightened his tie and left without looking back.
17:56I knew Vincent was hiding something.
17:58Instead of taking my car, I hailed a cab and followed him.
18:01Forty minutes later, the cab stopped outside a villa in the suburbs.
18:05Through a window, I saw a living room filled with food and wine.
18:08Everyone around the table was painfully familiar.
18:11Beside Vincent sat a woman holding a baby.
18:13She wore the same earring I'd once found in his car.
18:16Her designer dress matched the receipt I'd found in Vincent's pocket.
18:19Then I saw her face.
18:20I could never forget it.
18:22This woman had nearly taken everything from me.
18:24A year earlier, my adoptive father, the godfather, found his long-lost biological daughter, Sophia.
18:31Only then did I learn I wasn't his real daughter.
18:34From that day on, the family shut me out and stripped away every privilege I'd had.
18:38They crowned Sophia the princess of the Romano family.
18:41And I became the outsider who had stolen her place for years.
18:45I couldn't accept it.
18:46During one argument, Sophia's bodyguard beat me badly.
18:49And my adoptive father threw me out.
18:54Now, the brother who had always protected me was carefully cutting Sophia's stake.
18:59The best friend who'd sworn to stand by me forever was playing with Sophia's baby.
19:03And Vincent, who had just accused me of distrusting him, pulled Sophia into his arms as everyone cheered.
19:11The sight made the room spin.
19:14After I was thrown out, Vincent promised to care for me for the rest of my life.
19:20They all knew I had nowhere to go.
19:22Yet they still deceived me together.
19:25My eyes stung, but I forced back my tears.
19:28So this was what betrayal by the people closest to me felt like.
19:32I was a fool trapped in their web of lies.
19:35Then my phone lit up.
19:36One message gave me hope again.
19:38We've found your biological parents.
19:40We'll pick you up in three days.
19:42Thank goodness.
19:43Soon, I would have a real family of my own.
19:46In three days, I would leave these liars behind.
19:49And I would leave Vincent.
19:51I turned to go.
19:53I couldn't bear their fake smiles for another second.
19:55But a voice behind me suddenly called out.
19:58Alexia, are you here for my son's first birthday party too?
20:02I stopped.
20:03Sophia walked toward me with a bright smile.
20:05Alexia, I thought you were still angry about father's decision.
20:09I'm glad you finally accepted it.
20:11By the way, this is our brother's new wife, Camille.
20:14You haven't met, have you?
20:16You'd already left home when they married.
20:20Hello.
20:21It's nice to meet you.
20:23Camille, my best friend and sister-in-law, gave me a mocking smile before nodding politely.
20:27She sounded polite but distant, as if we'd truly never met.
20:30Lorenzo watched me from the crowd with a complicated look, but said nothing.
20:34Sophia didn't seem to notice Camille's slip.
20:37Smiling, she pulled Vincent to her side and pressed close to him.
20:42This is my husband.
20:43His name is Vanessa.
20:45I cut her off with a smile.
20:47His name is Vanessa, and he owns this villa.
20:50Sophia froze.
20:52Her gaze darted between Vincent and me.
20:54How do you know his name?
20:56Do you two know each other?
20:58Vincent's face stiffened, and his eyes flashed a warning.
21:00I ignored it and smiled as I nodded.
21:03Of course.
21:04He's my fiancé.
21:06We've been together for five years, and we were about to get married.
21:09He bought this villa for me, too.
21:12Every detail was decorated to suit my taste.
21:15Didn't you know?
21:19I covered my mouth in feigned surprise.
21:22I only mentioned that the air was nice here, and Vincent had bought me the entire villa.
21:26But I prefer our home in the city, so I rarely come here.
21:31That was what I said.
21:33But the truth was, I hadn't been the one avoiding this place.
21:37Vincetta had always claimed it was too far, and rarely brought me here.
21:41Now I finally understood.
21:43It was just another lie meant to keep me from discovering the truth.
21:47Alexia!
21:48I know you hate me, but you can't make up lies like this.
21:50I married Vincent since the year father brought me home.
21:52How could he possibly be your fiancé?
21:55With tears in her eyes, Sophia turned to Vincilla.
21:58What is going on?
21:59Vincennes, say something!
22:01Vinicet hurriedly trossed aside his cigar.
22:04Sophia, calm down.
22:05Let me explain.
22:06Watching him panic, I felt my heart freeze inch by inch.
22:09I was the one he'd deceived.
22:10Yet Sophia was the one he rushed to reassure.
22:13Something inside me finally snapped.
22:14A furious scream tore from my throat.
22:16Look carefully!
22:17The man beside you is my fiancé!
22:19He has tattoos across his back and chest.
22:21I gave him the gun at his waist on our first anniversary!
22:24I pointed at the gun, and Vincennes immediately covered it with his hand.
22:28My name is engraved on it.
22:30I carved it myself.
22:31I pulled down my collar and revealed the scar on my shoulder.
22:33And this scar?
22:35I took a bullet for him when a mission went wrong.
22:37He sleeps beside me every night, and eats breakfast with me every morning.
22:41I even chose the suit he's wearing!
22:44So, my dear sister, you're the other woman.
22:47You're the secret lover he's been hiding from me!
22:50Alexia, shut up!
22:52The moment Sophia cried, all three of them tried to silence me at once.
22:55Cold fury churned in Vincent's eyes.
22:57Lorenzo and Kamel looked ready to rush over and cover my mouth.
23:00I laughed.
23:00Am I wrong?
23:02Don't tell me none of you knew!
23:03How much longer were you planning to deceive me?
23:06Vanessa pulled Sophia firmly into his arms.
23:09When he spoke to me, his voice was ice cold.
23:11Who gave you the right to speak to Sophia that way?
23:14She knew nothing.
23:16None of this is her fault.
23:21Camille dropped her gentle act, and her voice turned vicious.
23:24Don't you understand?
23:25He loves her, so you're the one who doesn't belong.
23:28The Godfather approved their marriage, and everyone supports them.
23:31They're the couple who truly love each other.
23:33Lorenzo stepped in front of Sophia as if afraid I might hurt her.
23:36We hid the truth to spare you the humiliation.
23:38Sophia is father's biological daughter.
23:40Only her marriage to Vincita can earn father's blessing.
23:43Just walk away.
23:43I looked at Lorenzo, the man I'd called my brother for years.
23:46Then at my best friend, at the fiancé who'd sworn to love only me.
23:49And at Sophia, whose tearful eyes couldn't hide her triumph.
23:51My heart felt torn apart.
23:53So you convinced father to throw me out?
23:55You left me homeless and let people abuse me?
23:57Every buried grievance surged up at once, and tears spilled down my face.
24:01However you dress it up, she's still the other woman.
24:03Every one of you deceived me.
24:05You're all liars!
24:06Before I could finish, Vincent slapped me across the face.
24:10My head snapped to the side, and my ears rang.
24:13I gave you a chance, Alexia.
24:15You're the one who refused it.
24:17I warned you not to speak about Sophia that way.
24:19Don't test my limits.
24:21Before I recovered, Camille grabbed my arm and dragged me into a bedroom.
24:25Sunlight filled the room.
24:26Through the window, I could see a distant farm and the garden below.
24:30Vincent had originally chosen this room for me himself.
24:32He said I deserved the best.
24:35But when Camille opened the door, nothing inside reflected my taste.
24:38Pink wallpaper.
24:39A canopy bed draped in sheer fabric.
24:41A claying cloud of perfume.
24:43A wedding photo of Vincent and Sophia hung on the wall.
24:45Below it, photo Vincent and smaller pictures.
24:47Their baby, and family portraits of all three of them.
24:50Not a single trace of me remained.
24:53Face it, Alessia.
24:55Vincent and Sophia are in love.
24:57They belong together.
24:58He stayed only because you saved his life, and he owed you.
25:03I shook my head.
25:06No!
25:07I don't believe you!
25:08Camille patted my shoulder with a pitying look.
25:11Do you really think Sophia met the Godfather only a year ago?
25:14They've been together for three years.
25:16He helped her find her biological father.
25:18After that, everyone accepted them.
25:20She stared into my eyes and delivered the cruelest blow.
25:23Lorenzo and I both believed they were the perfect match.
25:26And throwing you out, that was Vincent's idea.
25:28Once you were gone for good, no one could threaten Sophia's place in the family.
25:32I stared at Camille as if she were a stranger.
25:34I couldn't understand how my best friend, my sister-in-law, could do this.
25:38When she and Lorenzo chose to marry, she'd hugged me, laughing through tears.
25:42She said we'd finally be a real family and stay together forever.
25:46She'd even warned Vincenta she'd skin him alive if he ever hurt me.
25:50Yet now she helped another woman take him from me.
25:52And she said I was the one who shouldn't exist.
25:55I couldn't hold back anymore.
25:57Tears ran down my face.
25:59It felt as if a knife had split my heart open.
26:01The pain was worse than the day I'd been shot.
26:03Footsteps sounded behind me.
26:05Vincent and Sophie entered the room.
26:07I wiped away my tears and took a deep breath.
26:09If you truly love each other, then I'll step aside.
26:12Alexa-
26:12Calm down, don't say things you'll regret.
26:14They spoke together, clearly surprised I would let go so easily.
26:17I only smiled and looked at Sophia.
26:18I was out of this game before it even began.
26:21I wish you both happiness.
26:25I turned and left.
26:27Vincent reached for me, but I stepped aside before he could grab me.
26:31Every betrayal, every lie, I carved them all into my memory.
26:37I would never forgive them, and I would never forget.
26:40I was packing my bags when Vincent suddenly returned to our apartment.
26:44The moment he saw my suitcase, he exploded.
26:46Alessia, what are you doing?
26:47Are you moving out?
26:48Are you leaving me?
26:49I couldn't believe he had the nerve to ask.
26:51Shut up!
26:52I glared at him and slapped him hard across the face.
26:55Listen carefully, Vincent.
26:56You left me.
26:57You abandoned me.
26:59Should I stay until you throw me out yourself?
27:01His cheek quickly turned red.
27:03He pressed his tongue against the sore spot, but didn't get angry.
27:06Instead, he opened his arms and pulled me in an embrace.
27:08All right, sweetheart, I was wrong.
27:09Hit me or curse me if it helps.
27:10Do you feel better now?
27:11We've been together for five years.
27:12What we had was real.
27:13Can you truly let it go that easily?
27:15You nearly died saving me.
27:16I'll never forget that, and I would never abandon you.
27:18Only then did I realize I'd never truly known Vincent.
27:23When had he become this shameless and two-faced?
27:26I shoved him away and put distance between us.
27:29But Vincent only smiled and approached me with open arms again.
27:33Sofia is the Romano family's princess.
27:35Marrying her gives me more power.
27:37You don't even know who your biological father is.
27:40How will you survive without me?
27:41Vincent gazed at me with such tenderness, as if he truly cared about my future.
27:45Sofia and I already have a child.
27:47My position in the family has never been stronger.
27:49Stay with me.
27:50I can give you everything except the title of wife.
27:52I wanted to throw up.
27:54Every word from his mouth made me sick.
27:56When I didn't answer, Vincent took my silence as consent.
27:59Smiling, he stroked my hair.
28:02Let me make it up to you.
28:03We'll go shopping, and I'll buy you anything you want.
28:05Before I could respond, Lorenzo and Camille rushed through the open door.
28:12Lorenzo charged at me and slapped me to the floor.
28:15Camille seized my collar and screamed in my face.
28:18Alexia, where did you hide Sofia's baby?
28:21Sofia ran in crying and shook my shoulders.
28:23You shook my baby, didn't you?
28:24Tell me where he is.
28:25He's only one.
28:26He'll die without me.
28:27I'll give Vincent back.
28:29I don't want my place in the family either.
28:30I'll give you anything.
28:31Just return my baby.
28:33The smile vanished from Vincent's face.
28:35He stepped forward, tense.
28:36What do you mean the baby is missing?
28:38He disappeared during his nap.
28:40He can barely walk.
28:42Someone must have taken him.
28:45Vincent roared, pulled his gun, and pressed the barrel hard against my forehead.
28:49No wonder you were packing to run.
28:51You knew what you'd done and planned to flee before we caught you.
28:54Tell me, where did you hide him?
28:56The cold barrel touched my skin, and my blood seemed to freeze.
28:59Years ago, I hadn't feared being outnumbered in a gunfight.
29:02I hadn't been afraid when I took a bullet for Vincent.
29:04But now, I was truly terrified.
29:06Not of dying.
29:08I feared I wouldn't live to see them kneel and beg for mercy.
29:11I didn't do anything.
29:13I've never even seen that baby.
29:15Sophia collapsed to the floor, sobbing so hard she almost vanted.
29:18If you want revenge, take it out on me.
29:21The baby is innocent.
29:23If anything happens to him, I can't go on living.
29:26Each word tightened Vincent's grip on the gun.
29:29Click.
29:30He chambered around.
29:32In another second, the bullet would go through my head.
29:36I really don't know.
29:37I had done nothing.
29:38How could I confess?
29:40Lorenzo stood nearby, his face cold.
29:42Even if you were still my sister, I couldn't cover for you, and you're not anymore.
29:45He turned to Vincent.
29:47Alessia won't talk.
29:48Teach her a lesson, or she won't tell us anything.
29:50Vanessa nodded and lowered his gun, his eyes terrifyingly cold.
29:53Then beat her until she talks.
30:07I was the daughter of a mafia godfather.
30:10The day I met Vincent, he fell in love with me at first sight.
30:14The first time, I found a receipt from a luxury boutique in his pocket.
30:18It was a gift for another boss's wife.
30:20In our world, every courtesy has to be handled properly.
30:23I chose to believe him.
30:25The second time, I found an earring in his car that wasn't mine.
30:29One of his friends claimed it belonged to his girlfriend, and told me not to read into it.
30:34Then came a third time, and a fourth.
30:36Whenever I found something suspicious, someone always had an excuse ready.
30:42The tenth time, I pulled a box of condoms from under our bed, and held it up in front of
30:46him.
30:48Who's are these?
30:49We never use this brand.
30:51Vincent paused halfway through, nodding his tie.
30:54With a weary sigh, he made a call.
30:57Lorenzo, when you stayed over last time, did you leave a box of condoms here?
31:01Yeah, I've been looking for them.
31:04Sorry.
31:05Is my sister doubting you again?
31:07Then Camille, my sister-in-law, and my best friend, started lecturing me.
31:10Alexia, trust is the foundation of any relationship.
31:15You can't keep doubting Vincent.
31:17If you can't trust him, don't marry him.
31:20Stop taking Vinicent's love for granted.
31:22After the call ended, Vincent spread his hands.
31:27Alexia, we should end this.
31:29This is the tenth time.
31:31Like Camille said, if you can't trust me, maybe we shouldn't.
31:34You're right.
31:35We're canceling the wedding.
31:37Vincent would never have guessed that no one else had left those condoms.
31:40I bought them myself and planted them under the bed.
31:46That single box was all it took to tear open the ugly truth behind our so-called love.
31:52I've canceled the wedding photographer.
31:54Don't bother buying the rings.
31:55The moment I finished, Vincent tugged at his tie in annoyance.
31:58Alexia, how long are you going to keep this up?
32:00Even your brother vouched for me.
32:01What more do you want?
32:02He sat at the other end of the bed with his back to me.
32:05If you're sick, see a doctor.
32:07But stop suspecting me all day.
32:08You're only hurting our relationship.
32:11One day, your suspicions will wear away every bit of love I have for you.
32:15I'm serious, Alexia.
32:17A marriage can't last without trust.
32:19Before I could answer, his phone chimed.
32:21The instant he read the message, the irritation in his eyes melted into tenderness.
32:25But when he looked at me again, his gaze turned cold.
32:28I'm busy today.
32:30Find something to do so you don't sit around doubting me again.
32:32He straightened his tie and left without looking back.
32:35I knew Vincent was hiding something.
32:37Instead of taking my car, I hailed a cab and followed him.
32:4140 minutes later, the cab stopped outside a villa in the suburbs.
32:44Through a window, I saw a living room filled with food and wine.
32:48Everyone around the table was painfully familiar.
32:50Beside Vincent sat a woman holding a baby.
32:52She wore the same earring I'd once found in his car.
32:55Her designer dress matched the receipt I'd found in Vincent's pocket.
32:59Then I saw her face.
33:00I could never forget it.
33:01This woman had nearly taken everything from me.
33:04A year earlier, my adoptive father, the godfather, found his long-lost biological daughter,
33:10Sophia.
33:10Only then did I learn I wasn't his real daughter.
33:13From that day on, the family shut me out and stripped away every privilege I'd had.
33:18They crowned Sophia the princess of the Romano family, and I became the outsider who had
33:23stolen her place for years.
33:25I couldn't accept it.
33:26During one argument, Sophia's bodyguard beat me badly, and my adoptive father threw me out.
33:34Now, the brother who had always protected me was carefully cutting Sophia's stake.
33:39The best friend who'd sworn to stand by me forever was playing with Sophia's baby.
33:43And Vincent, who had just accused me of distrusting him, pulled Sophia into his arms as everyone cheered.
33:50The sight made the room spin.
33:54After I was thrown out, Vincent promised to care for me for the rest of my life.
34:00They all knew I had nowhere to go, yet they still deceived me together.
34:04My eyes stung, but I forced back my tears.
34:08So this was what betrayal by the people closest to me felt like.
34:11I was a fool trapped in their web of lies.
34:14Then my phone lit up.
34:15One message gave me hope again.
34:17We've found your biological parents.
34:19We'll pick you up in three days.
34:22Thank goodness.
34:23Soon, I would have a real family of my own.
34:25In three days, I would leave these liars behind.
34:28And I would leave Vincent.
34:31I turned to go.
34:32I couldn't bear their fake smiles for another second.
34:35But a voice behind me suddenly called out.
34:37Alexia, are you here for my son's first birthday party too?
34:41I stopped.
34:42Sophia walked toward me with a bright smile.
34:45Alexia, I thought you were still angry about father's decision.
34:48I'm glad you finally accepted it.
34:50By the way, this is our brother's new wife, Camille.
34:54You haven't met, have you?
34:56You'd already left home when they married.
34:59Hello.
35:01It's nice to meet you.
35:02Camille, my best friend and sister-in-law, gave me a mocking smile before nodding politely.
35:07She sounded polite but distant, as if we'd truly never met.
35:10Lorenzo watched me from the crowd with a complicated look, but said nothing.
35:14Sophia didn't seem to notice Camille's slip.
35:17Smiling, she pulled Vincent to her side and pressed close to him.
35:21This is my husband.
35:23His name is Vanessa.
35:25I cut her off with a smile.
35:26His name is Vanessa, and he owns this villa.
35:30Sophia froze.
35:31Her gaze darted between Vincent and me.
35:34How do you know his name?
35:35Do you two know each other?
35:37Vincent's face stiffened, and his eyes flashed a warning.
35:40I ignored it and smiled as I nodded.
35:43Of course.
35:44He's my fiancé.
35:46We've been together for five years, and we were about to get married.
35:49He bought this villa for me, too.
35:52Every detail was decorated to suit my taste.
35:54Didn't you know?
35:59I covered my mouth in feigned surprise.
36:01I only mentioned that the air was nice here, and Vincent had bought me the entire villa,
36:06but I prefer our home in the city, so I rarely come here.
36:11That was what I said.
36:12But the truth was, I hadn't been the one avoiding this place.
36:16Vincetta had always claimed it was too far, and rarely brought me here.
36:20Now I finally understood.
36:22It was just another lie meant to keep me from discovering the truth.
36:27Alexia!
36:27I know you hate me, but you can't make up lies like this.
36:30I married Vincent since the year father brought me home.
36:32How could he possibly be your fiancé?
36:34With tears in her eyes, Sophia turned to Vincilla.
36:37What is going on?
36:38Vincinus, say something.
36:41Vincet hurriedly trossed aside his cigar.
36:43Sophia, calm down.
36:45Let me explain.
36:45Watching him panic, I felt my heart freeze inch by inch.
36:48I was the one he'd deceived.
36:49Yet Sophia was the one he rushed to reassure.
36:52Something inside me finally snapped.
36:54A furious scream tore from my throat.
36:56Look carefully!
36:57The man beside you is my fiancé!
36:59He has tattoos across his back and chest.
37:01I gave him the gun at his waist on our first anniversary!
37:04I pointed at the gun,
37:05and Vincenus immediately covered it with his hand.
37:08My name is engraved on it.
37:09I carved it myself.
37:10I pulled down my collar and revealed the scar on my shoulder.
37:13And this scar?
37:14I took a bullet for him when a mission went wrong.
37:17He sleeps beside me every night,
37:18and eats breakfast with me every morning.
37:21I even chose the suit he's wearing!
37:23So, my dear sister,
37:25you're the other woman.
37:27You're the secret lover he's been hiding from me!
37:30Alexia, shut up!
37:31The moment Sophia cried,
37:33all three of them tried to silence me at once.
37:35Cold fury churned in Vincent's eyes.
37:37Lorenzo and Kamel looked ready to rush over and cover my mouth.
37:39I laughed.
37:40Am I wrong?
37:41Don't tell me none of you knew!
37:43How much longer were you planning to deceive me?
37:45Vanessa pulled Sophia firmly into his arms.
37:48When he spoke to me,
37:49his voice was ice cold.
37:51Who gave you the right to speak to Sophia that way?
37:54She knew nothing.
37:55None of this is her fault.
38:01Camille dropped her gentle act,
38:02and her voice turned vicious.
38:04Don't you understand?
38:05He loves her,
38:06so you're the one who doesn't belong.
38:07The Godfather approved their marriage,
38:09and everyone supports them.
38:11They're the couple who truly love each other.
38:13Lorenzo stepped in front of Sophia
38:15as if afraid I might hurt her.
38:16We hid the truth to spare you the humiliation.
38:18Sophia is father's biological daughter.
38:20Only her marriage to Vincitta
38:21can earn father's blessing.
38:22Just walk away.
38:23I looked at Lorenzo,
38:24the man I'd called my brother for years.
38:26Then at my best friend,
38:27at the fiancé who'd sworn to love only me,
38:28and at Sophia,
38:29whose tearful eyes couldn't hide her triumph.
38:31My heart felt torn apart.
38:32So you convinced father to throw me out?
38:35You left me homeless
38:35and let people abuse me?
38:37Every buried grievance surged up at once,
38:39and tears spilled down my face.
38:41However you dress it up,
38:42she's still the other woman.
38:43Every one of you deceived me.
38:44You're all liars.
38:45Before I could finish,
38:47Vincent slapped me across the face.
38:49My head snapped to the side,
38:51and my ears rang.
38:52I gave you a chance, Alexia.
38:54You're the one who refused it.
38:56I warned you not to speak about Sophia that way.
38:59Don't test my limits.
39:00Before I recovered,
39:02Camille grabbed my arm
39:03and dragged me into a bedroom.
39:04Sunlight filled the room.
39:05Through the window,
39:06I could see a distant farm
39:07and the garden below.
39:09Vincent had originally chosen
39:10this room for me himself.
39:12He said I deserved the best.
39:14But when Camille opened the door,
39:16nothing inside reflected my taste.
39:18Pink wallpaper.
39:19A canopy bed draped in sheer fabric.
39:21A claying cloud of perfume.
39:22A wedding photo of Vincent and Sophia
39:24hung on the wall.
39:25Below it,
39:25photo-vinced and smaller pictures.
39:27Their baby
39:27and family portraits of all three of them.
39:29Not a single trace of me remained.
39:32Face it, Alessia.
39:34Vincent and Sophia are in love.
39:36They belong together.
39:38He stayed only because you saved his life
39:40and he owed you.
39:43I shook my head.
39:45No!
39:46I don't believe you!
39:48Camille patted my shoulder
39:49with a pitying look.
39:50Do you really think Sophia
39:51met the Godfather only a year ago?
39:53They've been together for three years.
39:56He helped her find her biological father.
39:58After that,
39:59everyone accepted them.
40:00She stared into my eyes
40:01and delivered the cruelest blow.
40:03Lorenzo and I both believed
40:04they were the perfect match.
40:05And throwing you out,
40:06that was Vincent's idea.
40:08Once you were gone for good,
40:09no one could threaten
40:10Sophia's place in the family.
40:12I stared at Camille
40:13as if she were a stranger.
40:14I couldn't understand
40:15how my best friend,
40:16my sister-in-law,
40:17could do this.
40:18When she and Lorenzo
40:19chose to marry,
40:20she'd hugged me,
40:21laughing through tears.
40:22She said we'd finally be a real family
40:24and stay together forever.
40:26She'd even warned Vincenza
40:27she'd skin him alive
40:28if he ever hurt me.
40:29Yet now she helped another woman
40:31take him from me.
40:31And she said I was the one
40:33who shouldn't exist.
40:34I couldn't hold back anymore.
40:36Tears ran down my face.
40:38It felt as if a knife
40:40had split my heart open.
40:41The pain was worse
40:42than the day I'd been shot.
40:43Footsteps sounded behind me.
40:45Vincent and Sophie entered the room.
40:47I wiped away my tears
40:48and took a deep breath.
40:49If you truly love each other,
40:50then I'll step aside.
40:51Alexa.
40:52Calm down,
40:52don't say things you'll regret.
40:53They spoke together,
40:54clearly surprised
40:55I would let go so easily.
40:56I only smiled
40:57and looked at Sophia.
40:58I was out of this game
40:59before it even began.
41:00I wish you both happiness.
41:04I turned and left.
41:06Vincent reached for me,
41:08but I stepped aside
41:09before he could grab me.
41:10Every betrayal,
41:11every lie,
41:13I carved them all
41:15into my memory.
41:16I would never forgive them,
41:18and I would never forget.
41:19I was packing my bags
41:21when Vincent suddenly returned
41:22to our apartment.
41:23The moment he saw my suitcase,
41:25he exploded.
41:25Alessia, what are you doing?
41:26Are you moving out?
41:28Are you leaving me?
41:29I couldn't believe
41:29he had the nerve to ask.
41:31Shut up.
41:32I glared at him
41:32and slapped him hard
41:33across the face.
41:34Listen carefully, Vincent.
41:36You left me.
41:37You abandoned me.
41:38Should I stay
41:39until you throw me out yourself?
41:41His cheek quickly turned red.
41:43He pressed his tongue
41:43against the sore spot,
41:44but didn't get angry.
41:45Instead,
41:46he opened his arms
41:47and pulled me in an embrace.
41:47All right, sweetheart,
41:48I was wrong.
41:49Hit me or curse me if it helps.
41:50Do you feel better now?
41:51We've been together
41:51for five years.
41:52What we had was real.
41:53Can you truly let it go
41:54that easily?
41:55You nearly died saving me.
41:56I'll never forget that
41:57and I would never abandon you.
41:58Only then did I realize
41:59I'd never truly known Vincent.
42:02When had he become
42:03this shameless
42:04and two-faced?
42:06I shoved him away
42:07and put distance between us.
42:09But Vincent only smiled
42:11and approached me
42:11with open arms again.
42:13Sofia is the Romano family's princess.
42:15Marrying her gives me more power.
42:17You don't even know
42:17who your biological father is.
42:19How will you survive without me?
42:21Vincent gazed at me
42:22with such tenderness
42:23as if he truly cared
42:24about my future.
42:25Sofia and I already have a child.
42:26My position in the family
42:27has never been stronger.
42:29Stay with me.
42:29I can give you everything
42:30except the title of wife.
42:32I wanted to throw up.
42:34Every word from his mouth
42:35made me sick.
42:36When I didn't answer,
42:37Vincenza took my silence
42:38as consent.
42:39Smiling,
42:40he stroked my hair.
42:41Let me make it up to you.
42:43We'll go shopping
42:43and I'll buy you
42:44anything you want.
42:45Before I could respond,
42:47Lorenzo and Camille
42:48rushed through the open door.
42:52Lorenzo charged at me
42:53and slapped me to the floor.
42:55Camille seized my collar
42:56and screamed in my face.
42:58Alexia!
42:58Where did you hide Sofia's baby?
43:00Sofia ran in crying
43:01and shook my shoulders.
43:02You took my baby.
43:03Didn't you tell me where he is?
43:05He's only one.
43:06He'll die without me.
43:07I'll give this a fact.
43:08I don't want my place
43:09in the family either.
43:10I'll give you anything
43:11just return my baby.
43:12The smile vanished
43:13from Vincent's face.
43:14He stepped forward,
43:15tense.
43:16What do you mean
43:17the baby is missing?
43:18He disappeared
43:19during his nap.
43:20He can barely walk.
43:22Someone must have taken him.
43:24Vincent roared,
43:25pulled his gun
43:26and pressed the barrel
43:27hard against my forehead.
43:28No wonder you were
43:29packing to run.
43:30You knew what you'd done
43:31and planned to flee
43:32before we caught you.
43:33Tell me!
43:34Where did you hide him?
43:35The cold barrel
43:36touched my skin
43:37and my blood
43:38seemed to freeze.
43:39Years ago,
43:40I hadn't feared
43:40being outnumbered
43:41in a gunfight.
43:41I hadn't been afraid
43:42when I took a bullet
43:43for Vincent.
43:44But now,
43:45I was truly terrified.
43:46Not of dying.
43:48I feared I wouldn't live
43:49to see them kneel
43:50and beg for mercy.
43:51I didn't do anything.
43:52I've never even seen
43:53that baby.
43:54Sophia collapsed
43:55to the floor,
43:56sobbing so hard
43:57she almost vanted.
43:58If you want revenge,
43:59take it out on me!
44:01The baby is innocent!
44:02If anything happens to him,
44:04I can't go on living!
44:05Each word tightened
44:07Vincent's grip on the gun.
44:09Click.
44:10He chambered around.
44:12In another second,
44:13the bullet would go
44:14through my head.
44:15I really don't know.
44:17I had done nothing.
44:18How could I confess?
44:19Lorenzo stood nearby,
44:21his face cold.
44:22Even if you were still
44:22my sister,
44:23I couldn't cover for you
44:24and you're not anymore.
44:25He turned to Vincent.
44:26Alessia won't talk.
44:27Teach her a lesson
44:28or she won't tell us anything.
44:29Vanessa nodded
44:30and lowered his gun,
44:31his eyes terrifyingly cold.
44:33Then beat her
44:33until she talks.
44:47I was the daughter
44:48of a mafia godfather.
44:49The day I met Vincent,
44:50he fell in love with me
44:51at first sight.
44:54The first time,
44:55I found a receipt
44:56from a luxury boutique
44:57in his pocket.
44:58It was a gift
44:58for another boss's wife.
45:00In our world,
45:01every courtesy
45:01has to be handled properly.
45:03I chose to believe him.
45:05The second time,
45:06I found an earring
45:07in his car
45:07that wasn't mine.
45:08One of his friends
45:09claimed it belonged
45:10to his girlfriend
45:12and told me not
45:13to read into it.
45:14Then came a third time
45:15and a fourth.
45:16Whenever I found
45:17something suspicious,
45:18someone always
45:18had an excuse ready.
45:21The tenth time,
45:22I pulled a box of condoms
45:24from under our bed
45:25and held it up
45:25in front of him.
45:28Who's are these?
45:29We never use this brand.
45:31Vincent paused
45:31halfway through
45:32nodding his tie.
45:33With a weary sigh,
45:34he made a call.
45:36Lorenzo,
45:37when you stayed over
45:38last time,
45:39did you leave
45:39a box of condoms here?
45:41Yeah,
45:41I've been looking for them.
45:43Sorry.
45:45Is my sister
45:46doubting you again?
45:46Then Camille,
45:47my sister-in-law
45:48and my best friend
45:49started lecturing me.
45:50Alexia,
45:51trust is the foundation
45:53of any relationship.
45:54You can't keep
45:55doubting Vincent.
45:56If you can't trust him,
45:58don't marry him.
45:59Stop taking
46:00Vincent's love for granted.
46:01After the call ended,
46:03Vincent spread his hands.
46:07Alexia,
46:08we should end this.
46:08This is the tenth time.
46:10Like Camille said,
46:11if you can't trust me,
46:12maybe we shouldn't.
46:13You're right.
46:14We're canceling the wedding.
46:16Vincent would never have guessed
46:17that no one else
46:18had left those condoms.
46:19I bought them myself
46:20and planted them
46:21under the bed.
46:26That single box
46:27was all it took
46:27to tear open
46:28the ugly truth
46:29behind our so-called love.
46:31I've canceled
46:32the wedding photographer.
46:33Don't bother
46:34buying the rings.
46:35The moment I finished,
46:36Vincent tugged
46:37at his tie in annoyance.
46:38Alexia,
46:38how long are you
46:39going to keep this up?
46:40Even your brother
46:40vouched for me.
46:41What more do you want?
46:42He sat at the other end
46:43of the bed
46:44with his back to me.
46:45If you're sick,
46:46see a doctor.
46:46But stop suspecting me
46:48all day.
46:48You're only hurting
46:49our relationship.
46:50One day,
46:51your suspicions
46:52will wear away
46:52every bit of love
46:53I have for you.
46:54I'm serious, Alexia.
46:56A marriage can't last
46:57without trust.
46:58Before I could answer,
47:00his phone chimed.
47:01The instant he read
47:02the message,
47:02the irritation in his eyes
47:04melted into tenderness.
47:05But when he looked at me again,
47:07his gaze turned cold.
47:08I'm busy today.
47:09Find something to do
47:10so you don't sit around
47:11doubting me again.
47:12He straightened his tie
47:13and left without looking back.
47:15I knew Vincent
47:16was hiding something.
47:17Instead of taking my car,
47:18I hailed a cab
47:19and followed him.
47:20Forty minutes later,
47:21the cab stopped outside
47:22a villa in the suburbs.
47:24Through a window,
47:24I saw a living room
47:25filled with food and wine.
47:27Everyone around the table
47:28was painfully familiar.
47:30Beside Vincent
47:31sat a woman holding a baby.
47:32She wore the same earring
47:33I'd once found in his car.
47:35Her designer dress
47:36matched the receipt
47:37I'd found in Vincent's pocket.
47:38Then I saw her face.
47:39I could never forget it.
47:41This woman had nearly
47:42taken everything from me.
47:43A year earlier,
47:45my adoptive father,
47:46the godfather,
47:47found his long-lost
47:48biological daughter,
47:49Sophia.
47:50Only then did I learn
47:51I wasn't his real daughter.
47:53From that day on,
47:54the family shut me out
47:55and stripped away
47:56every privilege I'd had.
47:57They crowned Sophia
47:59the princess of the Romano family
48:00and I became the outsider
48:02who had stolen her place
48:03for years.
48:04I couldn't accept it.
48:05During one argument,
48:07Sophia's bodyguard
48:08beat me badly
48:09and my adoptive father
48:10threw me out.
48:13Now,
48:14the brother who had
48:15always protected me
48:16was carefully cutting
48:17Sophia's stake.
48:18The best friend
48:19who'd sworn to stand by me
48:20forever was playing
48:21with Sophia's baby
48:22and Vincent,
48:23who had just accused me
48:24of distrusting him,
48:25pulled Sophia into his arms
48:27as everyone cheered.
48:30The sight made the room spin.
48:34After I was thrown out,
48:35Vincent promised to care for me
48:36for the rest of my life.
48:40They all knew I had nowhere to go,
48:42yet they still deceived me together.
48:44My eyes stung,
48:45but I forced back my tears.
48:47So this was what betrayal
48:49by the people closest to me
48:50felt like.
48:51I was a fool trapped
48:52in their web of lies.
48:54Then my phone lit up.
48:55One message gave me hope again.
48:57We've found your biological parents.
48:59We'll pick you up in three days.
49:01Thank goodness.
49:03Soon,
49:03I would have a real family of my own.
49:05In three days,
49:06I would leave these liars behind.
49:08And I would leave Vincent.
49:10I turned to go.
49:12I couldn't bear their fake smiles
49:13for another second.
49:14But a voice behind me
49:16suddenly called out.
49:17Alexia,
49:18are you here for my son's
49:19first birthday party too?
49:21I stopped.
49:22Sophia walked toward me
49:23with a bright smile.
49:24Alexia,
49:25I thought you were still angry
49:26about father's decision.
49:28I'm glad you finally accepted it.
49:30By the way,
49:31this is our brother's new wife,
49:32Camille.
49:33You haven't met,
49:34have you?
49:36You'd already left home
49:37when they married.
49:39Hello.
49:40It's nice to meet you.
49:42Camille,
49:42my best friend
49:43and sister-in-law,
49:44gave me a mocking smile
49:45before nodding politely.
49:46She sounded polite
49:47but distant,
49:48as if we'd truly never met.
49:50Lorenzo watched me
49:50from the crowd
49:51with a complicated look
49:52but said nothing.
49:53Sophia didn't seem
49:54to notice Camille's slip.
49:56Smiling,
49:57she pulled Vincent to her side
49:59and pressed close to him.
50:01This is my husband.
50:02His name is Vanessa.
50:04I cut her off
50:05with a smile.
50:06His name is Vanessa
50:07and he owns this villa.
50:09Sophia froze.
50:11Her gaze darted
50:12between Vincent and me.
50:14How do you know his name?
50:15Do you two know each other?
50:17Vincent's face stiffened
50:18and his eyes flashed a warning.
50:20I ignored it
50:21and smiled as I nodded.
50:23Of course,
50:24he's my fiancé.
50:25We've been together
50:26for five years
50:27and we were about
50:27to get married.
50:28He bought this villa
50:29for me too.
50:31Every detail was decorated
50:33to suit my taste.
50:34Didn't you know?
50:38I covered my mouth
50:40in feigned surprise.
50:41I only mentioned
50:42that the air was nice here
50:43and Vincent bought me
50:44the entire villa
50:45but I prefer our home
50:46in the city
50:47so I rarely come here.
50:50That was what I said
50:52but the truth was
50:53I hadn't been the one
50:54avoiding this place.
50:56Vincent had always claimed
50:57it was too far
50:58and rarely brought me here.
51:00Now I finally understood.
51:02It was just another lie
51:03meant to keep me
51:04from discovering the truth.
51:06Alexia!
51:07I know you hate me
51:08but you can't make up
51:09lies like this.
51:09I married Vincent
51:10since the year
51:11father brought me home.
51:12How could he possibly
51:12be your fiancé?
51:14With tears in her eyes
51:15Sophia turned to Vincilla.
51:17What is going on?
51:18Vincent, say something!
51:21Vinicet hurriedly
51:22trossed aside his cigar.
51:23Sophia, calm down.
51:24Let me explain.
51:25Watching him panic
51:26and I felt my heart
51:27freeze inch by inch.
51:28I was the one
51:28he'd deceived
51:29yet Sophia was the one
51:30he rushed to reassure.
51:32Something inside me
51:33finally snapped.
51:34A furious scream
51:34tore from my throat.
51:36Look carefully!
51:37The man beside you
51:37is my fiancé!
51:38He has tattoos
51:39across his back and chest.
51:40I gave him the gun
51:41at his waist
51:41on our first anniversary!
51:43I pointed at the gun
51:44and Vincent immediately
51:46covered it with his hand.
51:47My name is engraved on it.
51:49I carved it myself.
51:50I pulled down my collar
51:51and revealed the scar
51:52on my shoulder.
51:52And this scar?
51:54I took a bullet for him
51:55when a mission went wrong.
51:57He sleeps beside me
51:57every night
51:58and eats breakfast
51:59with me every morning.
52:00I even chose
52:01the suit he's wearing!
52:03So, my dear sister,
52:05you're the other woman.
52:06You're the secret lover
52:08he's been hiding from me!
52:09Alexia, shut up!
52:11The moment Sophia cried,
52:12all three of them
52:13tried to silence me at once.
52:14Cold fury
52:15turned in Vincent's eyes.
52:16Lorenzo and Kamel
52:17looked ready to rush over
52:18and cover my mouth.
52:19I laughed.
52:20Am I wrong?
52:21Don't tell me none of you knew!
52:23How much longer
52:23were you planning
52:24to deceive me?
52:25Vanessa pulled Sophia
52:26firmly into his arms.
52:28When he spoke to me,
52:29his voice was ice cold.
52:30Who gave you the right
52:31to speak to Sophia that way?
52:33She knew nothing.
52:35None of this
52:36is her fault.
52:40Camille dropped
52:41her gentle act
52:42and her voice
52:43turned vicious.
52:43Don't you understand?
52:44He loves her
52:45so you're the one
52:46who doesn't belong.
52:47The Godfather
52:48approved their marriage
52:49and everyone supports them.
52:51They're the couple
52:51who truly love each other.
52:53Lorenzo stepped in front
52:54of Sophia
52:54as if afraid I might hurt her.
52:55We hid the truth
52:56to spare you the humiliation.
52:58Sophia is father's
52:58biological daughter.
53:00Only her marriage
53:00to Vincitta
53:01can earn father's blessing.
53:02Just walk away.
53:02I looked at Lorenzo,
53:03the man I'd called
53:04my brother for years.
53:05Then at my best friend,
53:06at the fiancé
53:07who'd sworn to love only me
53:08and at Sophia,
53:09whose tearful eyes
53:09couldn't hide her triumph.
53:11My heart felt torn apart.
53:12So you convinced
53:13father to throw me out?
53:14You left me homeless
53:15and let people abuse me?
53:16Every buried grievance
53:18surged up at once
53:18and tears spilled down my face.
53:20However you dress it up,
53:21she's still the other woman.
53:23Every one of you deceive me.
53:24You're all liars.
53:25Before I could finish,
53:27Vincent slapped me
53:27across the face.
53:29My head snapped to the side
53:31and my ears rang.
53:32I gave you a chance, Alexia.
53:34You're the one who refused it.
53:36I warned you not to speak
53:37about Sophia that way.
53:39Don't test my limits.
53:40Before I recovered,
53:41Camille grabbed my arm
53:42and dragged me into a bedroom.
53:44Sunlight filled the room.
53:45Through the window,
53:46I could see a distant farm
53:47and the garden below.
53:49Vinicent had originally chosen
53:50this room for me himself.
53:52He said I deserved the best.
53:54But when Camille opened the door,
53:55nothing inside reflected my taste.
53:57Pink wallpaper,
53:58a canopy bed draped in sheer fabric,
54:00a claying cloud of perfume,
54:02a wedding photo of Vincent
54:03and Sophia hung on the wall.
54:04Below it,
54:05photo of Vincent
54:05and smaller pictures,
54:06their baby
54:07and family portraits
54:08of all three of them.
54:09Not a single trace of me remained.
54:12Face it, Alessia.
54:14Vincent and Sophia are in love.
54:16They belong together.
54:17He stayed only because
54:19you saved his life
54:20and he owed you.
54:22I shook my head.
54:25No!
54:26I don't believe you!
54:27Camille padded my shoulder
54:28with a pitying look.
54:30Do you really think
54:30Sophia met the Godfather
54:32only a year ago?
54:33They've been together
54:34for three years.
54:35He helped her find
54:36her biological father.
54:38After that,
54:38everyone accepted them.
54:39She stared into my eyes
54:41and delivered the coolest blow.
54:42Lorenzo and I both believed
54:44they were the perfect match
54:45and throwing you out
54:46that was Vincent's idea.
54:47Once you were gone for good,
54:49no one could threaten
54:50Sophia's place in the family.
54:51I stared at Camille
54:52as if she were a stranger.
54:54I couldn't understand
54:54how my best friend,
54:56my sister-in-law,
54:57could do this.
54:57When she and Lorenzo
54:58chose to marry,
54:59she'd hugged me,
55:00laughing through tears.
55:02She said we'd finally
55:03be a real family
55:04and stay together forever.
55:05She'd even warned Vincenza
55:07she'd skin him alive
55:08if he ever hurt me.
55:09Yet now she helped
55:10another woman
55:10take him from me.
55:11And she said I was the one
55:12who shouldn't exist.
55:14I couldn't hold back anymore.
55:16Tears ran down my face.
55:18It felt as if a knife
55:19had split my heart open.
55:20The pain was worse
55:21than the day I'd been shot.
55:23Footsteps sounded behind me.
55:24Vincent and Sophie
55:25entered the room.
55:26I wiped away my tears
55:27and took a deep breath.
55:29If you truly love each other,
55:30then I'll step aside.
55:31Alexa.
55:31Calm down,
55:32don't say things you'll regret.
55:33They spoke together,
55:34clearly surprised
55:35I would let go so easily.
55:36I only smiled
55:37and looked at Sophia.
55:38I was out of this game
55:39before it even began.
55:40I wish you both happiness.
55:44I turned and left.
55:46Vincent reached for me,
55:47but I stepped aside
55:48before he could grab me.
55:50Every betrayal,
55:51every lie,
55:53I carved them all
55:54into my memory.
55:56I would never forgive them
55:57and I would never forget.
55:59I was packing my bags
56:00when Vincent suddenly
56:01returned to our apartment.
56:03The moment he saw my suitcase,
56:05he exploded.
56:05Alessia, what are you doing?
56:06Are you moving out?
56:07Are you leaving me?
56:08I couldn't believe
56:09he had the nerve to ask.
56:10Shut up!
56:11I glared at him
56:12and slapped him hard
56:13across the face.
56:14Listen carefully, Vincent.
56:15You left me.
56:17You abandoned me.
56:18Should I stay
56:19until you throw me out yourself?
56:20His cheek quickly turned red.
56:22He pressed his tongue
56:23against the sore spot
56:24but didn't get angry.
56:25Instead,
56:25he opened his arms
56:26and pulled me into an embrace.
56:27All right, sweetheart,
56:28I was wrong.
56:28Hit me or curse me if it helps.
56:29Do you feel better now?
56:30We've been together
56:31for five years.
56:32What we had was real.
56:33Can you truly let it go
56:34that easily?
56:34You nearly died saving me.
56:35I'll never forget that
56:36and I would never abandon you.
56:37Only then did I realize
56:39I'd never truly known Vincent.
56:42When had he become
56:43this shameless and two-faced?
56:45I shoved him away
56:46and put distance between us.
56:49But Vincent only smiled
56:50and approached me
56:51with open arms again.
56:52Sofia is the Romano family's princess.
56:55Marrying her gives me more power.
56:56You don't even know
56:57who your biological father is.
56:59How will you survive without me?
57:00Vincent gazed at me
57:01with such tenderness
57:02as if he truly cared
57:03about my future.
57:04Sofia and I already have a child.
57:06My position in the family
57:07has never been stronger.
57:08Stay with me.
57:09I can give you everything
57:10except the title of wife.
57:11I wanted to throw up.
57:13Every word from his mouth
57:15made me sick.
57:15When I didn't answer,
57:17Vincenza took my silence
57:18as consent.
57:19Smiling,
57:19he stroked my hair.
57:21Let me make it up to you.
57:22We'll go shopping
57:23and I'll buy you
57:24anything you want.
57:25Before I could respond,
57:26Lorenzo and Camille
57:27rushed through the open door.
57:32Lorenzo charged at me
57:33and slapped me to the floor.
57:34Camille seized my collar
57:35and screamed in my face.
57:37Alexia,
57:38where did you hide
57:39Sofia's baby?
57:40Sofia ran in crying
57:41and shook my shoulders.
57:42You took my baby,
57:43didn't you?
57:43Tell me where he is.
57:44He's only one.
57:45He'll die without me.
57:46I'll give Vincent back.
57:48I don't want my place
57:49in the family either.
57:50I'll give you anything.
57:50Just return my baby.
57:52The smile vanished
57:53from Vincent's face.
57:54He stepped forward,
57:55tense.
57:56What do you mean
57:56the baby is missing?
57:58He disappeared
57:58during his nap.
57:59He can barely walk.
58:01Someone must have taken him.
58:04Vincent roared,
58:05pulled his gun
58:06and pressed the barrel
58:06hard against my forehead.
58:08No wonder you were
58:09packing to run.
58:10You knew what you'd done
58:11and planned to flee
58:12before we caught you.
58:13Tell me,
58:14where did you hide him?
58:15The cold barrel
58:16touched my skin
58:17and my blood
58:17seemed to freeze.
58:19Years ago,
58:19I hadn't feared
58:20being outnumbered
58:20in a gunfight.
58:21I hadn't been afraid
58:22when I took a bullet
58:23for Vincent.
58:24But now,
58:24I was truly terrified.
58:26Not of dying.
58:27I feared I wouldn't live
58:28to see them kneel
58:29and beg for mercy.
58:30I didn't do anything.
58:32I've never even seen
58:33that baby.
58:34Sophia collapsed
58:35to the floor,
58:35sobbing so hard
58:36she almost vanted.
58:37If you want revenge,
58:39take it out on me!
58:40The baby is innocent!
58:42If anything happens to him,
58:44I can't go on living!
58:45Each word tightened
58:46Vincent's grip on the gun.
58:48Click.
58:49He chambered around.
58:51In another second,
58:53the bullet would go
58:54through my head.
58:55I really don't know.
58:56I had done nothing.
58:58How could I confess?
58:59Lorenzo stood nearby,
59:00his face cold.
59:01Even if you were still
59:02my sister,
59:02I couldn't cover for you.
59:03And you're not anymore.
59:04He turned to Vincent.
59:06Alessia won't talk.
59:07Teach her a lesson
59:08or she won't tell us anything.
59:09Vanessa nodded
59:10and lowered his gun,
59:11his eyes terrifyingly cold.
59:12Then beat her
59:13until she talks.
59:14I'm sorry.
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