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Chapter 4 - Honeymoon illusion

Their honeymoon villa overlooked the Amalfi Coast's crystal waters.

Alessandro's possessiveness intensified.

"Sophia, you're mine now. No one will ever harm you."

Sophia's unease grew.

"Alessandro, I need space. Time to adjust." Please'' she anxiously ask

Alessandro's gaze narrowed.

"You'll adjust, Sophia. To me, to our life."

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Days, weeks and some months passed in a blur,

Alessandro's control suffocated Sophia.

One evening, she slipped away.

Walking along the coast, Sophia felt freedom's fleeting taste.

Alessandro found her.

"Sophia, what are you doing?"

Sophia stood firm.

"I need time alone, Alessandro. Please."

Alessandro's eyes softened.

"Come, Sophia. I'll show you our world."

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Alessandro took Sophia to hidden coves and seaside towns.

Their laughter echoed.

For moments, Sophia forgot the mafia world.

Alessandro's humanity emerged.

"Sophia, I want you to be happy."

Sophia's guard dropped.

"Alessandro, I want to understand you."

Alessandro's gaze intensified.

"You will, Sophia. In time."

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Their return to Rome brought reality crashing back.

Alessandro's business associates awaited.

Sophia's unease grew.

"Alessandro, who are these people?"

Alessandro's expression hardened.

"My associates, Sophia. Our family's future depends on them."

Sophia's doubts deepened.

What had she gotten herself into?

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That night, Sophia explored the villa.

Hidden rooms revealed secrets.

Alessandro's involvement in illegal activities.

Sophia's heart sank.

Trapped.

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Alessandro found Sophia.

"Sophia, what are you doing?"

Sophia stood firm.

"I know what you do, Alessandro. The mafia, the crimes..."

Alessandro's gaze turned icy.

"You understand nothing, Sophia. This is our world."

Sophia's rebellion ignited.

"I won't be a part of this."

Alessandro's voice dropped.

"You're already a part of this, Sophia. Forever."

Her heart sank