Shadows of control

36.His betrayal!

Sofia's pov:

As I woke up, I saw him sitting next to me working on his laptop. He glared at me. I don't know what to say.
I freshened up and came back, sitting next to him. He closed his laptop, set it aside, and turned towards me.

He said,
"Yes, explain,"
his voice laced with curiosity

"What?"
I asked, my voice barely a whisper.

"What did you do to Kiara that she started behaving normal?"

"It's a secret,"
I replied. What else could I say?
"But I can tell you this much: sometimes, a little understanding and a whole lot of patience can work wonders."

Ansh's voice grew stern.
"Are you sure? It's just a secret? Or is it some kind of deal? Something that could put you in danger?"
His eyes narrowed, searching my face for any hidden meaning.

I was, taken aback by the intensity in Ansh's gaze, stammered,
"It's... it's just a secret. Nothing more."

Ansh sighed,
"Alright, if you say so. But remember, I'm always here for you."
His gaze turned serious,
"If you ever need help, don't hesitate to ask."

My mind raced. As he if is really going to help me to escape his sister from this mansion. I Forced a calm smile, determined to keep my secret safe.

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I'm heading towards his cabin for some work.
As I swung the door open, a horrifying sight unfolded before me.

His back was turned to me, and a woman was leaning over his desk that woman had cupped his face possessively. They were locked in a passionate kiss. I quickly closed the door before they could see me, my heart pounding in my chest.

I was shaken after whatever I just saw.
I couldn't believe what I just witnessed.
How could he? How could he cheat me? Did he just fake his love to me? He has an extra martial affair.A wave of anger, hurt, and confusion surged through me.

Tears blurred my vision as I retreated to my cabin.  This is the mafia world, a realm of darkness where monsters prowl. I was a fool to believe his love could conquer all, that he could change for me.

But who was that woman?She looked like a model, a perfect match for him. Tall, stunning, and elegant, she was everything I'm not. Why would he, a handsome, tall, and well-built man of his stature, choose a nerd like me when he could have any beautiful woman he desires?

"I have to know,"
I muttered, hesitantly reaching for my phone.
I dialed Naira, my confidante who knew everything about him.

"Hello," she answered,

"Hey" I replied

her voice laced with concern.
"You're crying, Sofia,"
she observed.

"No, my throat's just sore from the cold,"
I faked a laugh.

"Naira, if you don't mind, can you tell me about Ansh's old affairs? Was he with someone, or is he still?"
I asked hesitantly.

Naira hesitated.
"Um... See, Sofia, now that you both are married, there's no point in recalling his past. But as his wife, you must know... yeah, he was with someone. Bella Martino" she revealed.

Naira continued,
"And now he's with...."

My heart pounded in my chest.
"Who?"
I asked, loudly

Naira chuckled.
"Sofia Oberoi, I guess"

I just laughed and asked her,
"More? Can you tell me something more about this Bella, Naira?"

Naira replied,
"Curious, huh? Well, Bella dated Ansh for almost two years, but they broke up because something happened between them. Most likely she betrayed him, and he let her go. After that, he changed; he became so heartless. But you changed him, Sofia."

"But who is this Bella?"
I asked, my curiosity piqued.

"She's a business tycoon, as powerful as Ansh,"
Naira replied, her voice filled with awe.

"Can you send me her picture"

"sure"

With that I ended the call.

When Naira sent me the pictures, it was none other than the girl I saw him kissing in his cabin. My heart sank.

He's back with his old love, and now he'll leave me. "Yes, you were right when you said I should learn to play games by you, Mr. Ansh Oberoi,"
I muttered to myself, a bitter smile playing on my lips.