Chapter 28 Very well . Lorenzo shifted , pulling me closer against his chest . After you broke up with me … I was a mess . Completely heartbroken , in denial . Spent weeks just going through motions , convinced youd come back . He let out a soft laugh , shaking his head at the memory . Im sorry . I whispered , pressing a quick kiss to his lips . Hey , it worked out in the end , didnt it ? His fingers traced my wedding ring . Youre my wife now . Thats all that matters . His expression grew more serious as he continued . That day though the day we broke up I tried to keep things normal . Went to my morning classes at the university , then straight to my fathers company like always . We werent huge back then , nothing like Constantine International is now . But we had a decent reputation in the city , steady contracts . Lorenzos arms tightened around me . Thats the day everything changed . Not just between us , but … everything . My whole world shifted on its axis in ways I never could have imagined . I nestled closer , sensing the weight of what was coming . The warmth of his body anchored me as I waited for him to continue his story . The company office was unusually quiet when I arrived . No reception staff , no usual buzz of phones and conversation . Should have been my first warning that something was wrong … Lorenzos POV I remember it like it was yesterday , I murmured against Vals hair , the memories flooding back . The hallways were deserted , papers were scattered all across the empty desks . It was so silent that my footsteps echoed , you know that eerie feeling when somethings just … wrong ? The weight of her in my arms grounded me as I traveled back to that moment . Id been so young , so naive . Just a university student working part time at his fathers company , thinking I had my whole life figured out . The door to Dads office was closed . Usually , he kept it open said it made him more approachable to employees . My throat tightened . I knocked , but there was no answer . Something made me push that door open anyway . Chapter 28 1203 S2MM I paused , drawing a shaky breath . He was standing by the window , back turned to me . But I saw the gun pressed against his temple , watched his hand shake as he gripped a letter . The image was seared into my mind afternoon sunlight streaming . through the windows , catching on the metal of the gun , my fathers usually pristine suit wrinkled and askew . Dad ? My voice had cracked on that single word , The gun lowered slowly as he turned . His face was streaked with tears , but he smiled that gentle smile he always had for me , even then .. Sorry , son . His voice had been barely above a whisper . What happened , Dad ? I stepped closer , my heart hammering against my Its nothing , son . He folded the letter with trembling fingers , tucking it into . his breast pocket . You wont have to worry about anything anymore . Please … tell your mother … His voice broke . Tell her I love her so much . And I love you too , Enzo . More than youll ever know . Dad , stop . Whatever it is , we can figure this out . I moved toward him , hands raised . The gun glinted as he gripped it tighter . Lets just talk about it . Theres always a solution . He shook his head , tears spilling down his cheeks . Not this time . If I dont do this … theyll come after all of us . Theyll kill everyone I love . Your mother , you … Who ? Whos threatening us ? I cant tell you . Theyll know . Theyre watching everything . His eyes darted to the window . This is the only way . My sacrifice will keep you safe . Dad , please- Stay back ! The gun wavered between us . Dont make this harder than it has to be . Some things … some debts can only be paid one way . I froze , my own tears blurring my vision . We can protect ourselves . Get help . Whatever they want- You dont understand . His shoulders slumped . Theres no running from these people . No hiding . No fighting back . Theyll hunt us down , make examples of us . This way … this way at least you and your mother have a chance . 1/3 91.15 94 % 1 Chapter 28 Very well . Lorenzo shifted , pulling me closer against his chest . After your broke up with me … I was a mess . Completely heartbroken , in denial . Spent weeks just going through motions , convinced youd come back . He let out a soft laugh , shaking his head at the memory . Im sorry , I whispered , pressing a quick kiss to his lips . Hey , it worked out in the end , didnt it ? His fingers traced my wedding . Youre my wife now . Thats all that matters . His expression grew more serious as he continued . That day though the day we broke up I tried to keep things normal . Went to my morning classes at the university , then straight to my fathers company like always . We werent huge back then , nothing like Constantine International is now . But we had a decent reputation in the city , steady contracts . Lorenzos arms tightened around me . Thats the day everything changed . Not just between us , but … everything . My whole world shifted on its axis in ways I never could have imagined . I nestled closer , sensing the weight of what was coming . The warmth of his body anchored me as I waited for him to continue his story . The company office was unusually quiet when I arrived . No reception staff , no usual buzz of phones and conversation . Should have been my first . warning that something was wrong … Lorenzos POV I remember it like it was yesterday , I murmured against Vals hair , the memories flooding back . The hallways were deserted , papers were scattered all across the empty desks . It was so silent that my footsteps echoed , you know that eerie feeling when somethings just … wrong ? The weight of her in my arms grounded me as I traveled back to that moment . Id been so young , so naive . Just a university student working part time at his fathers company , thinking I had my whole life figured out . The door to Dads office was closed . Usually , he kept it open said it made . him more approachable to employees . My throat tightened . I knocked , but there was no answer . Something made me push that door open anyway . 94 turned to me . But I saw the gun pressed against his temple , watched his hand shake as he gripped a letter . The image was seared into my mind afternoon sunlight streaming through the windows , catching on the metal of the gun , my fathers usually pristine suit wrinkled and askew . Dad ? My voice had cracked on that single word . The gun lowered slowly as he turned . His face was streaked with tears , but he smiled that gentle smile he always had for me , even then . Sorry , son . His voice had been barely above a whisper . What happened , Dad ? I stepped closer , my heart hammering against my Its nothing , son . He folded the letter with trembling fingers , tucking it into his breast pocket . You wont have to worry about anything anymore . Please … tell your mother … His voice broke . Tell her I love her so much . And I love you too , Enzo . More than youll ever know . Dad , stop . Whatever it is , we can figure this out . I moved toward him , hands raised . The gun glinted as he gripped it tighter . Lets just talk about it . Theres always a solution . He shook his head , tears spilling down his cheeks . Not this time . If I dont do this … theyll come after all of us . Theyll kill everyone I love . Your mother , you … Π Who ? Whos threatening us ? I cant tell you . Theyll know . Theyre watching everything . His eyes darted to the window . This is the only way . My sacrifice will keep you safe . Dad , please- Stay back ! The gun wavered between us . Dont make this harder than it has to be . Some things … some debts can only be paid one way . froze , my own tears blurring my vision . We can protect ourselves . Get help . Whatever they want- You dont understand . His shoulders slumped . Theres no running from these people . No hiding . No fighting back . Theyll hunt us down , make examples of us . This way … this way at least you and your mother have a chance . Dad , tell me whats wrong . Who are these people ? I pressed , taking Chanter 28 * .94 % 2 1262 Sun , 7 Mar your mother . Im not a child anymore . I can help , I can protect us . My voice cracked but I held his gaze . Were Constantines . We face things as a family . Youve grown into such a strong man . Pride mixed with anguish in his eyes . I wish I could see the man youll become . You will . I closed the distance between us , wrapping my arms around him . His body trembled against mine . Everythings going to be fine , Dad . I promise . Tears rolled down my cheeks as I held him tighter . He hugged me back with his free arm , pressing his face into my shoulder . Yes , he whispered . Everything will be fine now . The gunshot was deafening . My fathers body went limp in my arms , his weight dragging us both to the floor . Hot blood soaked through my shirt as I cradled him , my mind refusing to process what had just happened . Dad ? My voice came out small , broken . Dad , no … please … But he was already gone , his eyes staring sightlessly past me , that final peaceful smile still on his face . I clutched him closer , a raw scream tearing from my throat as my world shattered into pieces . 12:02 Sun , 2 Mar 6 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!