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Skeletons In The Family Closet

Chapter 3 Family Dinner

Word Count: 1644    |    Released on: 08/04/2024

. The servants were putting the finishing touches on the meal as the large dining table with a beautiful white tablecloth and elegant dishes awaited. Even so, Diego

el

ive mansion, he caught a whiff of the delectable dishes being prepared. Evelyn was the only thing on his mind. Her happy and care

er side of him that made him ignore those thoughts. Evelyn was different from the other women he had met as a rich young man. Many people liked him because he was rich or wanted a fun and sporad

ed he was only attracted to Evelyn because of his basic instincts. Diego didn't listen

pe if she really loves me. Diego was determined to be honest with his feelings and with Evelyn as he looked at himself in the mirror. He didn't want to hurt her or take a

e big room was full of busy people as servants and maids hurried around, making final adjustments to the fancy

o was a very rich and important businessman. Diego strolled with a smile to the dining table and exchanged greetings with a few of the employees as he went. Diego was comfortably

manner. There was a lot of tension between them, and it

s. Diego sat quietly for a while, tapping his fingers on the table and looking at his watc

at all. "It's taking too long for Evelyn to ge

n't get why you choose to invite that who

, and the sound was really loud. 'She is not a

his newspaper and was surprised by his son's sudd

ing at his father. I will not

t after a while, Mr. Alejandro's face relaxed, and he let out a deep breath. '

he relaxed in his chair. 'She is not

t the opposite end. He used to crouch in front of his overpowering presence, blindly obeying every command. Bu

merciless techniques. Many people had been terrified by his keen, menacing glare. But none of this mattere

r in Mr. Alejandro's hands, his gaze remaining riveted on the pages. However, Diego's attention was diverted to the sound of a car e

n the newspaper. As Diego approached, he watched Ethan open the vehicle door for Evelyn, her long legs gracefully stepping out in a magnificent dinner gown. Her hair was fashio

e a million-dollar tuxedo and high-end Italian shoes. His dark hair was perfectly styled, which added to hi

h heels clicking across the sidewalk. She straightened her gorgeous da

a lady,' she murmured, her lips

k brown eyes full of adoration. 'A special lady like you d

uge staircase of Diego's mansion. The dazzling lights and groomed

too difficult,' Diego asked, breakin

ight with amusement. 'Your chauffeur Etha

'Oh, really? How come he is so sile

velyn taunted, her tone filled with teasing c

, his deep, rich voice echoin

didn't arrive la

ill, frankly.'

ges of her lips. 'Well, Mr. Diego Alejandro, would you

still outstretched. 'Excuse my

urse,' she responded, her heart swelling with war

ily's lavish mansion. The splendor of the rooms was nearly overwhelming, with exquisi

him. Evelyn's beauty glowed in the warm glow of the crystal chandeliers,

when he saw her at his birthday celebration the night before. Her elegance and wit had captured

and introduce her to his family. As they neared the huge doors, he couldn't help but feel a sense of achieve

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“Diego was outraged by his father's arrogance. "Dammit, dad!" He slapped his hand against the table, rattling his glass. "I understand you don't like Evelyn. But you don't have control over me! I have the right to love anybody I want!" But Mr Alejandro was equally outraged with his face going scarlet as he rose from his chair. "Evelyn is my sister's daughter!" he exclaimed. "She's your cousin!" _________________ Diego Alejandro, the billionaire CEO of Alejandro Enterprises has it all except the one thing his heart truly desires. When he meets Evelyn Ortega a love ignites, burning hotter than the fires of his own ambition. But as Diego delves deeper into this unexpected passion, a chilling truth rises from the shadows. His father, the patriarch of the powerful Alejandro family, claims Evelyn is his cousin, forbidden love. Torn between his heart and the legacy of his family, Diego faces an impossible choice. The secrets of his family, long buried beneath a veneer of privilege and power, threaten to shatter his world. Abuse, sexual assault, and even incest; these are the demons that lurk in the shadows of the Alejandro family. Will Diego suppress his love and protect his family's carefully crafted image, or will he expose the air the skeletons in the family closet, risking everything to fight for the woman he loves?”
1 Chapter 1 The Billionaire's Birthday2 Chapter 2 Love At First Sight3 Chapter 3 Family Dinner4 Chapter 4 Bombshell5 Chapter 5 Last Hangout 6 Chapter 6 His Final Decision7 Chapter 7 His Heated Rival8 Chapter 8 His Love Interest9 Chapter 9 The Lion And The Sheep10 Chapter 10 A Visit11 Chapter 11 A Veiled Threat12 Chapter 12 Lover's Night Out13 Chapter 13 Thugs, Pain And Power