Chasing Sandro: A Dangerous Obsession

Chapter 104: Chasing No More

The sun dipped low on the horizon, casting a warm golden hue over the sprawling gardens of the Marcos estate. It was a picturesque evening, the kind that felt like a perfect beginning rather than a culmination of trials. Bella stood on the balcony, her heart a mixture of gratitude and excitement as she gazed at the vibrant sunset.

Sandro joined her, leaning against the railing beside her. His presence was calming, and for the first time in a long while, Bella felt completely at peace. She turned to him, the weight of the past lifting as she caught a glimpse of the man he had become—a partner who was truly hers, not someone she had to chase or manipulate to gain affection.

"Look at that view," Sandro said, nodding towards the horizon. "It's breathtaking, isn't it?"

"It really is," Bella replied, her voice soft. "But not nearly as beautiful as this moment. I feel like I can finally breathe."

Sandro turned to her, his eyes shining with warmth. "You know, I've been thinking a lot about our journey—the ups and downs, the chaos. And I realize that I never want to chase after anything ever again. I want what we have right now."

Bella felt her heart flutter at his words. "You mean that? You want to build a life together without the games, without the chasing?"

"Absolutely. No more running away from feelings or hiding in shadows," he said, his tone earnest. "I want to face everything together, openly and honestly. We've both fought too hard for this to let it slip away."

She smiled, the joy radiating from her. "I spent so long chasing you, trying to earn your love. I thought that if I did enough, if I created the right circumstances, you would see me. But now, it's different. I feel like I can just be myself with you."

Sandro took a step closer, the space between them shrinking until there was none left. "That's exactly it. I want you to be yourself—no masks, no games. Just Bella. The woman who has shown me what true love can be, even in the darkest times."

A warmth spread through her, and she reached out to touch his cheek gently. "You have no idea how much that means to me. I've spent too long in the shadows, too long believing I needed to fight for your attention."

He shook his head, his expression serious. "You never needed to fight for me. I was just too blinded by my own insecurities and the chaos of my life to see it. I'm here now, and I'm not going anywhere."

Tears of relief welled in Bella's eyes as she absorbed his words. "You don't know how much I've longed for this—to feel secure in your love, to know that you choose me just as I choose you."

Sandro's thumb brushed away a tear that had escaped down her cheek. "We've both made mistakes, but it's those very mistakes that brought us to this moment. We're stronger for it. And I'm grateful for every moment that led us here."

Bella's heart swelled with affection as she looked into his eyes. She no longer felt the need to chase him or prove her worth; Sandro was right beside her, ready to face whatever came next. "So, what do we do now?" she asked, a playful smile creeping onto her lips.

Sandro grinned, his confidence radiating. "Now? We embrace every moment together. Let's explore new adventures, support each other's dreams, and build a life that reflects who we are now—without fear, without control, just love."

"Just love," Bella echoed, her heart soaring at the simplicity of it. "I love the sound of that."

They stood together, the sun dipping lower in the sky, painting the world around them in rich hues of orange and purple. Bella felt the warmth of Sandro's hand intertwining with hers, grounding her in the present.

The past had been tumultuous, filled with pain and obsession, but now they were ready to move forward. No more chasing, no more games. Just a partnership built on trust, understanding, and unwavering support.

"Let's go inside and celebrate," Sandro suggested, breaking the comfortable silence. "We have family and friends who would love to see us happy."

Bella nodded, excitement bubbling within her. "I can't wait to share our news."

As they turned to head inside, Bella glanced back at the sunset, a symbol of the new beginning unfolding before them. She felt a sense of freedom wash over her, the weight of her past lifting like a distant memory.

Together, they stepped into the house, ready to face the world as a united front, their hearts intertwined without the need for chasing. Bella's journey of love had taken her through darkness, but now she was ready to embrace the light—a love that was genuine, steadfast, and real.