Chapter 32: Ch.31/ The Secret Is Out
Chapter 32: Ch.31/ The Secret Is Out
Alessandro's POV:-
After what happened with that bitch Linda I have fired all the maids except two who are working for me from the moment I have gotten the mansion built. As for Linda, she is rotting in jail and I have made sure that she will never be able to come out of that hell hole ever. Anhuphama was reluctant at first because she thought that it was unfair to fire others because of one person's wrongdoing. But when I assured her that I have given them two years worth of salaries in advance, she relaxed a little.
I have been spending as much as time possible with my princess and I am sure that she is loving the attention she is getting from her Papa. The thought of her being hurt is enough to make me anxious so to keep her with me, I have taken her to the company a few times with me. Whenever she comes to the company, everyone starts to cooing at her adorable antics, and in return, she gives them flying kisses.
Today is a little different than other days because today we are not going to my company. Instead, we are attending the inauguration of the new branch opening of Sengupta Enterprise. However, the name of this branch is completely different than the other one in India. This company will be named after our daughter, AB Enterprise which is the short for Advira Bianchi Enterprise. She has also assured me that her father is not a bit offended with her for changing the name of the company in LA.
This is also a new thing to admire as Anhuphama and Mr. Sengupta has started to interact more with each other. They sit together and talk like a father-daughter should. I am glad that my Cara is getting the attention she deserves from her father. Although there is still a lot of things that need to be discussed between the two, I am sure that they will be crossing that path too in the future. But the sad thing is that he can't attend the inauguration as he has gone back to India. He said that there is no one to look after the company so he needs to go and get everything right in the company.
Another interesting thing that is happening for some time is that Miss Ganguly has started to talk again and we have been able to catch the criminals who have assaulted her before. However, I am quite
surprised to see her bonding with none other than Marco. The same Marco who used to see her as a spoilt brat but now they have formed a deep friendship between them.
"Papa me ready." My piccolo says coming outside of the mansion while holding hands with her Nonna. She is looking like a little doll and the little handmade red beanie cap is making her more adorable.
I pick her up in my arms and gives her a lot of kisses making her giggle. I hear laughter coming from the side so I look forward to see that Anhuphama along with Mrs. Ganguly and Olivia are coming outside the mansion while chatting among them.
I can see that Olivia has finally convinced Anhuphama to get a makeover and I have to agree that my wife is looking damn gorgeous. It's not like she needed any makeover however all the ladies suggested that she needs a little professional touch on her wardrobe as well as in her looks. When she asked for my advice I told her straight that it's up to her because it's her body, if she thinks she needs to change something then she is not bound to ask anyone about their opinion. This text is property of Nô/velD/rama.Org.
When she stops in front of me, I don't waste any time to wrap my right hand around her waist before dropping a kiss on her forehead, in which I get a big smile in return from her. I like to see her all smiling and happy. This woman is making me feel something that I vowed not to feel. But what I can do if the woman in my arms is so fascinating to not feel something in the heart.
"Are you ready for the new journey Cara?" I ask her.
"I will be always ready if you are with me." She replies softly.
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The whole place is buzzing with the excitement of the reporters and the newly appointed employees who are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the head of the company. When we arrive at the auditorium room of the company, all the sounds die down as everyone's focus diverts towards us. I can feel
Anhuphama getting tense seeing so many people but my hold on her waist doesn't flatter a little. She is taking such a big step in her life and for doing this, she is bound to be uncomfortable. However, I am sure that my Bengal tigress will show everyone how competent she is to run this company.
Mr. Ganguly is the one to address the press and the employees first. He very smoothly gives a brief description of the company and its goal for the future. He introduces himself as the CEO of the company and also describes about the role he will be playing in there. Finally, the time I am waiting for comes when he asks Anhuphama to address the crowd. I give her hand a assuring squeeze to let her know that I am here for her.
She reaches the stage and takes the microphone from her brother before turning around to face the people who will work under her. Upon seeing her mother on the stage our daughter starts to clap her hands in delight making me kiss the top of her head.
"Good afternoon everyone. As the chairwoman of this company I would like to thank all the media people who have come here despite their busy schedule and also to the newly appointed employees who I am sure will be bringing a lot of success to this company." Anhuphama tells with a kind smile. I can feel that everyone in this room wants to hear more from her because of the gentle aura she has around her.
"Many of you may know about this company being a branch of my father's company 'The Sengupta Enterprise', but after some discussion with my father I have come to the conclusion that this company's name is going to be after my daughter Advira Bianchi. She is the most valuable treasure of my life and in our culture daughters are viewed as Goddess Lakshmi meaning the Goddess of wealth and prosperity. My daughter is no less than a Goddess Lakshmi for me, so with that being said, I would like to announce that the name of the company will be AB Enterprise from now on." Everyone clap their hands in appreciation making me feel proud of my wife who looks so confident that no one will believe if I say that this same woman was crying out of fear yesterday night that she wouldn't be able to do anything right today.
She then starts to talk about the things she wants to do for the company and expects the same from the employees too. She ensures them that they can come to her for asking any help they need. She then turns towards me and asks me to join her with our daughter on the stage which I do without any hesitation.
"If you guys are seeing me at this stage is all because of the man standing beside me, my husband Alessandro Bianchi. He is the one who has shown the utmost belief in me and convince me to take the place of the head of this company. He not only encourages me to move forward but also respect my decision, and for that I will be always thankful to him." I feel my heart swell with admiration for this woman. She doesn't need to thank me for anything because she is getting what she deserves from the start.
"Now, I like to introduce our precious daughter Advira Bianchi who I can see that getting impatient to not be able to move around the stage." She says making everyone laugh.
"Jokes apart, our daughter is the best part of our lives and I am grateful to be called her mother. She has brought so much joy into my life that no amount of words can be able to express the love I have for her." I don't know if our daughter understand anything or not but she gives her mum-mum a big kiss on the cheek.
Anhuphama tries to give the microphone to me but I deny the offer because I want her to have all the attention. After some more talking Anhuphama informs that the work will start from tomorrow so the employees can look around the company building and have some snacks that have been prepared for them. She also asks the reporters to enjoy the snacks as well.
I excuse myself when I realize that my phone is ringing but not before handing our daughter to Anhuphama. I am shocked to see that Richard Wilson is calling me so I don't waste a moment and receive the call. However, hearing the voice on the other side of the phone make my blood boil in anger.
"Hello, Alessandro." Samantha, Sebastian White's wife says over the phone.
"What do you want?" I ask rudely.
"Don't be such a fuss with me. I know you are angry with me for not keeping in contact with you for the last couple of years but don't worry, now I am back for good. We can get in touch as much as you want." She kind of purrs like a dying cat.
"I will be jumping into the sea full of sharks before getting in touch with you. Because I hate your existence, Samantha." I reply clutching the phone in anger.
"Oh, come on babe. I know how much you have missed me and believe me, I have missed you too." She replies.
"Stop with the nonsense talking. Just tell me why the hell did you call from Richard's phone?" I can not understand why this woman is not leaving me alone. I don't want the repeat of the horrible incidents that had happened in Australia in the past.
"If I have called you from an unknown number you wouldn't have received the call so I thought that calling from Richard's number will be beneficial and look my trick works pretty well. By the way, I have called you to inform you about the meeting for our new deal. I wanted to hold the meeting in your company but then I decided to just do the meeting in Wilson's company. So, be here tomorrow at 11 AM for the meeting." Saying this she cuts the call without waiting for my reply.
I was so busy with everything that I have completely forgot about the deal with Wilson or should I say Sebastian White. Neither I have thought of any way to get out of the deal nor I have discussed this matter with Anhuphama. Hell, I don't even know if she has read the file I have given her some days ago. But before doing anything I need to tell her everything about Samantha because I don't want to keep any secret between us. I can easily handle Samantha and Sebastian but Samantha is a great
manipulator and has an unhealthy obsession with me so I am sure that she will try to offend or hurt the people close to me.
But how I will tell the only woman who is making her way towards my heart at an unknown speed that I have so many secrets to share. I don't even know how Anhuphama will react after learning the truth about Samantha. Although my wife is a very kind person but I don't want her to think that I am taking her kindness for granted. So, I am going to tell her everything tonight.
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Anupama's POV:-
I am cleaning the dishes when Riya comes in the kitchen with a crying Advira in her arms. I dry my hands in a towel and take my crying daughter from her. It's not very long that I have put her in bed after she falls asleep but I think my baby has woken up from a bad dream.
"I was coming to the kitchen when I heard her crying hysterically. So, I bring her to you." Riya explains after my baby's cry dulled to quiet sniffles.
"Thanks Riya for bringing her to me. I shouldn't have left her alone in the nursery knowing well that she still sometimes get scared in her sleep." I reply while rocking my baby gently.
"No need to thank me Anu. I am happy to help you out with something. By the way, you should put her in bed before she wakes up again." She says making me nod my head in reply. I bid her goodnight before making my way towards the bedroom.
Upon arriving in the room I notice that Mr. Bianchi is typing furiously something in the laptop while talking on the phone. I signal him to keep his volume low and he complies without any complaint when he sees a sleepy Advira in my arms. I lay her in the middle of the bed before putting two pillows in her both side to keep her from falling.
Then I go and sit beside my husband who is looking very tired yet that doesn't stop him from working. I take the laptop from him before start to look through the deal he is working on. Surprisingly it is the same deal he told me to study earlier.
"I am so sorry Mr. Bianchi, I completely forgot to tell you about my thoughts on this deal." I tell him.
"It's alright Cara. I have also forgotten about the deal and that's why I need to look through the deal to get out of this without losing any money." He replies while laying his head on my shoulder.
"You know, I am very curious or should I say confused that why Mr. Wilson suddenly sold his company to your business rival." I say while closing the laptop to look at him. He lifts his head from my shoulder and gives me a light peck on the lips.
"Before knowing the reason behind the sell you need to know the connection between Samantha White and Me." He replies while looking at me with uneasiness.
"Why are you looking so tense? Is there something wrong with Samantha White?" I ask worriedly.
"There is everything wrong with that crazy woman. She is the sole reason behind the sale of Wilson's company. She wants to destroy me to the core so she can have me." He answers back with anger visible on his face. I put my head on his chest before wrapping my arms around his waist in hopes to calm him down. He hugs me back tightly as if he is scared I will vanish somewhere.
"Tell me everything, Alessandro. Tell me everything that is bothering you." I say while snuggling closer to him.
"Samantha and I were raised in the same orphanage in Italy. She was only two years younger than me so it was easy for us to bond together. I was a very quiet kid from the start so no one wanted to be my friend at the orphanage but she was different. She used to sit with me and talk to me. She was the only
one with whom I felt confident enough to talk freely. But our happy bubble got burst when an Australian couple came to adopt her. She didn't want to go without me but I convinced her that I would come to meet her. That's one of the reason why I chose to study in Australia after turning eighteen years old. After going there I got in touch with her and started to go to the same college as her. Everything was great at first for a few months but then I started to notice how she was behaving quite possessive towards me. I didn't think much of it but then Marco told me that Samantha was threatening the girls who used to talk to me or even look at me. I didn't believe Marco straight but decided to confront her. Much to my surprise she didn't hesitate to confirm the speculations about her making me see that her possessiveness had turned to obsession. Everything went downhill when I broke my friendship with her. She started to attack my friends out of anger. She started to spread rumours about me being a drug dealer to get me away from everyone. Basically, she wanted me to be her only. She didn't want to share me with anyone." He narrates making me feel horrible for him.
He had suffered so much already for that woman and now she is back in the hope to make his life more miserable. But I will not let her do anything awful to my husband anymore. I don't know what type of woman she has become now because it's been so long however I can guess that she is planning something big.
"What are you thinking Cara?" He asks making me break away from my thoughts.
"Nothing, you continue. I want to know everything." I reply.
"I wanted to leave that place but then Uncle Gabriel came in there and got Samantha expelled. Her parents were rich but not more than Uncle Gabriel so they couldn't save her. She tried to talk to me but I didn't let her. I focused on my study and got my degree with the highest grade. Then I came here after starting my own small business and decided to settle down here. I have never thought that I would meet her again but I think her obsession level is something I couldn't predict. Now, again I need to face the crazy woman and destroy her before she can do anything to my family or friends." He answers back.
"You are not alone Alessandro. I will be there beside you whenever you need my help. You have made me realize that I am not worthless and I will be the strong person you want me to be. After so many years of suffering, I have gotten happiness in my life and I will not let any outsider to destroy this happiness just because of their selfishness." I tell him before looking at him to see that he is already looking at me with a small smile on his face.
"Why are you smiling?" I ask with confusion.
"Because my wife is becoming very possessive of me and believe me, I am extremely happy to see that." He replies making me blush. I swat at his left arm before standing up from the couch. However, he has another thing in his mind because next, I know that he tugs me in his lap and cuddle me to his chest. I try to get up but my strength is nothing compared to his muscle strength. With a huff, I get comfortable in his lap and snuggle closer to his chest where I can hear his heartbeat.
"You should always call me by my name because it makes me very happy." He says after a few seconds.
"I can not guarantee that but I will try. Okay?" I ask looking at him. He nods his head and stands up while holding me in his strong arms. I yelp in surprise but wrap my arms around his neck tightly not wanting to fall. He chuckles before going in front of the bed and put me beside our sleeping daughter. He goes to the other side of the bed and lay down facing me. He tells me to close my eyes before he starts running his fingers through my hair.