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Third person's POV:
Dante anxiously awaited for Charlotte's family to arrive.
Charlotte was getting ready, oblivious that the guests were her family. Dante lured her into getting ready, saying they will be having dinner with his business partner's family. In his defense, he did not lie. He only kept who they were to himself.
Dante has seen the yearning for her family in her eyes. She was happy with the Rossi's. She has become an important member of the family. But, no matter how much she was happy, a part of her missed her real family. The one she grew up with. She was dying to meet her brothers, her sister-in-law, her niece. She missed them all.
But, getting hurt deeply by them, who she never expected would hide something so big from her, her pride was too big to reach out to them first. She wanted to forgive them but at the same time, she did not.
Dante had noticed this longing in her eyes. So, he had planned this evening to reunite her with her family. He had forced everyone else, except from Charlotte and Vanessa, to go out.
He avoided sending Vanessa because he needed someone to control the situation if it goes out of hand. She was the perfect person to fix and control situations that is unmanageable.
He heard the doorbell rings, and immediately went to receive the door.
On the other hand, Charlotte was trying her best to look presentable.
‘I don't want to embarrass Dante in front of his business partners. So, I should try to be more than just presentable.’ She thought to herself.
She had taken Angelo's help in choosing her evening outfit, since he had really great taste.
Well, if he's going to be a fashion designer, his choice had to be great.
She changed into a satin brown dress.
Her satin brown colored dress had the perfect design, making her look like an absolute goddess. The neckline plunged down her chest, stopping to just before her waist. The slit at the bottom of the gown accompanied the fabric that cinched at her waist, while the sleeves seemed never-ending as they loosely wound around her arms to her wrists. Diamond earrings dangling down her ears. Tying her hair in a low bun, leaving a few strands of her hair, she coated her lips with the brownish shade of lipstick. She was satisfied with the outcome.
^Her outfit^
She walked out of the room when she heard the doorbell rings.
Walking down the stairs, she heard no voices, it was quiet.
‘Has the guests not arrived yet?’ She pondered.
Reaching the last step, she saw Dante, who hearing the echo of her heels clicking came, stretching his hand out.
“Splendid as ever. I won't be able to take my eyes off you.” Dante complimented. He was in awestruck. Completely bewitched by her beauty, a thought went through his head,
‘How did I get so lucky to call this beautiful woman mine?’
“You sure know how to melt my heart. Besides, you look spectacular as well!” Charlotte praised.
‘He never misses any chance to make her happy’ Charlotte felt blessed to call him, hers.
Dante wore a black button-up shirt which stuck to his body like a second skin, featuring his chest. The sleeves were fitted properly, underlining his muscles, which seems to be popping out. He was wearing a matching black jean with it. His body shape resembled that of a model. Overall, he was looking drool worthy.
She wrapped her arms around his, and both of them walked together. The power that this couple's aura hold, was unexplainable. Both of them together looked like made for each other. But, what people don't know is, it was them who made each other fit together and not the destiny.
When they both walked in the living room, Charlotte felt swamped with many emotions together. Watching the familiar faces of her loved ones, even though she was angry and disappointed, she loved them, nevertheless.
“AUNTY CHARLIEEE!” Charlotte's almost three-year-old niece, Davina, ran to her and wrapped her arms around her legs.
“My Diva!” Charlotte exclaimed happily. Crouching down a little, she picked her niece up, setting her on her hips.
“I mis-sed you!” Davina buried her face in Charlotte's neck, loving the warm that radiated from her beloved aunty.
“I missed you too, little diva!” Charlotte claimed, rubbing Davina's back in a soothing manner.
Dante witnessed their interaction in awe. You can tell by looking that this niece and Aunty's relationship was not ordinary, but special. Seeing her, the thought of her with their children crossed his mind, which made him both excited and happy.
But, it's still too early to think about kids. Charlotte had lost one, without even her knowing. So, it's better to wait for a while. Dante thought to himself.
“Charlotte? How are you?” Samantha asked. Tears brimming in her eyes. After everything that happened with Charlotte, Samantha was delighted to witness her sister-in-law happy. She had never seen Charlotte glow from happiness, which was now apparent on her face,, and it was because of that one guy.
Samantha was exceedingly happy that Charlotte finally found someone who cherished her to the moon.
“I have been doing outstanding. Dante, makes sure of it.” Charlotte smiled. She wasn't angry at them. It was her parents her anger was mainly directed to. Her siblings were also kept in the dark, just as hers. They don't deserve to get blamed for something they, too, were unaware about.
“It is good to know that.” Samantha, embracing Charlotte, whispered in her ear.
It was Anthony, who came towards her next. His eyes filled with contentment to finally meet his sister, his real sister, after more than a month. He was desperate to apologize to her for not able to keep her safe. He blamed himself for failing in protecting her.
Samantha took Davina from Charlotte, and step aside.
Anthony pulled her and hold her tight, afraid she will disappear, or he won't get the chance again.
“I am so sorry. I couldn't protect you. How I failed to tell you the truth. You are right to get angry at us. You can hate us all you want, but please do not cut us off your life like this. It devastated me. It was unbearable. Daily trying to reach out to you, but never succeeding. It was hell for me knowing my sister is hurting. Blaming myself, saying She went through hell and back, and we caused more pain to her. It was miserable. I'm deeply
ashamed”
Charlotte's eyes filled up with tears. When she thought for herself and left the house, she didn't give a thought about how miserable her brothers may have felt. She regretted putting them through something which they didn't even deserve.
“No. I am sorry. It wasn't you who lied to me. It wasn't Seth or anyone else other than mom and dad. I made you all miserable, and none of you deserved it. You were not to be blamed for. And it's not your fault. My faith forced me through everything. Stop blaming yourself for something you are not responsible for. I am so sorry.” Charlotte chortled. She never wanted Anthony to blame himself for something he was not responsible. She grieved just at the thought.
They both pulled back, Anthony kissed the crown of Charlotte's head in adoration. He had always adored his sister. She was a shining star in his life.
Seth glared at Charlotte. He was hurt. His sister left the house without even bidding him goodbye. She refused to get in contact with him. Why? It was not his fault that their parents hide something so big from them. He was already miserable seeing her sister had tried to commit suicide because that bastard had put her through torture. She lost her child, and he wanted to be there for her. But, she pushed her away but her boyfriend.
Seth was angry at their parents. How can he not be? They were the reason his dearly beloved sister left them. He never got the chance to sooth his sister's worry. He couldn't even share her pain. And now, standing in front of her, he felt anger bubbling inside him.
Most of it directed at their parents and the rest on himself.
“I am sorry.” Charlotte whispered.
“You broke our promise.” Seth stated.
“We promised we would never shut each other out. You had promised me. You said you will always let me in. We promised to share our pain. But, you didn't. You betrayed us. You betrayed me.” Seth bites his lips, his voice cracking with every sentence he uttered.
His words did the work of salt. The ache in Charlotte heart felt bigger, that it was getting hard for her to not cry.
“I am sorry. I never meant to break our promise.” Charlotte's voice shaking. She was barely holding herself from breaking down.
“But you did.” Seth muttered.
Charlotte nodded her head. She couldn't stop herself from crying now. Her sobs were painful to hear.
Little Davina had no idea what was going on, but hearing the painful sobs of her loveable aunt, she too began to cry in her mother's neck.
Seth, too, couldn't handle the devastating feeling inside himself any longer. So, he, too, let it out in the forms of tears.
He went towards her sister, wrapping his hands around her, and they both cried together.
The scene of those two siblings was very excruciating to witness. Dante had a hint of tears evident in his eyes. He wished to take all of her pain. He hated seeing her cry. After all, she was the love of his life.
Juliet and James, both hated themselves to strain the pure bond of these siblings. If they were not so selfish, each of their children would not be in pain. Only if they had come clean from the very beginning.
Both Charlotte and Seth finally stopped themselves from crying any further.
“I love you, sister. But next time you're shutting me out, I will throw you in a pool full of alligators.” Seth threatened, making Charlotte chuckle softly.
Pulling her into another quick hug, he stands behind her, allowing their parents to come next and say something.
Both James and Juliet stood in front of Charlotte, taking in the appearance of their daughter, who resembled no less than a goddess in their eyes.
“We deeply regret everything we did. From hiding the truth to failing as a parent. You can hate us, but please, give us a chance to earn your forgiveness.”
Both of them regretted everything. Anyone could tell that they were being sincere. And Charlotte wanted to leave every sad memory behind. She wanted to be happy now and no longer sad. So, she made her decision.
“I can't forgive you right now because I'm still angry and hurt. But! I want to give you a chance. It's up to both of you to earn my forgiveness. Even though, I might forgive you in coming future, but I will never forget it.”
Her decision was not unjust. It was completely fair considering how she felt. She needed this.
Both Juliet and James were glad that they have a chance to earn her forgiveness,, and they made a promise to themselves to not mess this chance.
Dante cleared his throat, catching everyone's attention, and announced.
“You all must be starving, how about all of you get freshen up? And both Charlotte and I will join you in a moment. Excuse us” With this said, Dante took Charlotte in the empty hallway before embracing her in a quick hug.
“How are you feeling?” Dante asked, pulling away from the hug.
“Overwhelmed,, but I feel like a heavy weight has been uplifted from my shoulders. Thank you. I needed this.” She thanked him. She was happy that her man was so thoughtful.
Likewise, she wanted to make him happy, just the way he makes her. And she will make sure that he will forever be happy.
“Anything for you.” Dante smiled. He was proud of what he did today. Now there will be no serious worries in Charlotte's life. He will make all her worries go away.
“I love you. I forever will love you.”
“I will love you to the end of time”
~THE END~