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00:00My fiancé, Adrian, knelt outside my house for three whole days, begging me to accept his late brother's widow as
00:07his guma.
00:08She was supposed to marry me, but family arrangements gave her to my brother.
00:11Now Alessandra is dead, and she has no one.
00:14Bella, you're the Bellini heiress. You should be more generous.
00:17Everyone says Vivian is cursed and got her husband killed.
00:19Let her stay with me. She has nowhere else to go.
00:22In my past life, I refused.
00:24Then, at Adrian and my wedding, Vivian killed herself.
00:27Adrian held back his grief and went through with the wedding.
00:30That night, as we raised our glasses to celebrate, I blacked out.
00:33When I opened my eyes, I was tied up.
00:35I looked around and realized we were out at sea.
00:38Countless sharks circled in the water below.
00:40Adrian stood in front of me, his expression filled with pure hatred.
00:44He's going to kill me.
00:45Why?
00:46You killed Vivian and our unborn child.
00:48You vicious bitch.
00:49You deserve to die.
00:50You deserve to be torn up by sharks!
00:52With that, he shoved me into the ocean without hesitation.
00:55When I opened my eyes again, I found myself lying in bed.
00:58My body was completely unharmed.
01:00Then, still shaken, I heard Adrian pleading outside.
01:03That was when I realized I had been reborn.
01:05Miss Isabella, Adrian has been kneeling outside the estate for three days.
01:08He's trying to force you to give in.
01:09He's shameless!
01:09He was punished by the Ravallo family for wanting his brother's widow.
01:12Now he's come begging you!
01:13Isn't he just bullying you?
01:14My maid Mia stormed in, her face red with anger.
01:17This time, I'll make you both pay.
01:19Adrian had knelt outside the Bellini estate for three days and nights.
01:22By now, everyone in New York's mafia circle knew about it.
01:25A crowd had already gathered outside.
01:27Of course, Adrian could only come begging me.
01:30After all, wanting to keep his brother's widow as his own was a scandal.
01:33His parents, Don Vittorio and Teresa, would never agree to such a disgrace.
01:37But if I agreed to let him keep Vivian as his guma, everything would change.
01:41He could claim I willingly agreed, and his family would have no reason to object.
01:45We grew up together.
01:46He knew I was soft-hearted, and he knew I loved him.
01:48That was why he knelt before me, certain I would give in.
01:51A car pulled up outside the Bellini estate.
01:54A woman in a black dress stepped out.
01:55She staggered toward Adrian and dropped to her knees.
01:58Adrian rushed to her, heartbroken.
02:00Vivian, why are you here?
02:03This has nothing to do with you.
02:04I'll ask Bella to agree.
02:05You're too frail to stand in this cold wind.
02:07Go home!
02:08Adrian, this is just my cruel fate!
02:09Don't beg Miss Belima for me.
02:11She was born into power!
02:12How could she understand my suffering?
02:14I had barely married your brother when he died.
02:16He was still so young.
02:18My own family says I'm cursed.
02:19They won't even take me back!
02:21Still, even if I suffer forever, I won't let you beg her for me!
02:24Adrian quickly helped her up.
02:26Vivian, I promised I'd care for you for the rest of my life.
02:28My brother is gone!
02:29It's my duty to protect you now!
02:31He saw me step out of the estate.
02:33His voice rose at once.
02:35Bella, you're the Bellini heiress.
02:36You should be more generous.
02:37Please understand Vivian's suffering.
02:39And let me keep her!
02:40I looked at Vivian's black dress.
02:42Everyone thought she wore black to mourn her husband.
02:44They had no idea her designer dress was worth hundreds of thousands.
02:48Adrian protected her like she was his greatest treasure.
02:51I saw nothing miserable about her life.
02:53I looked at Adrian helplessly.
02:55Adrian, Vivian is your brother's wife.
02:57Alexandre was killed in an ambush.
02:58He was the Revaro family's perfect heir.
03:00Who would dare let his widow suffer?
03:02Do you really need to marry your brother's wife just to keep her safe?
03:04Can the Revaro family not even protect its eldest son's widow?
03:07Or will the servants bully her?
03:08If I marry into the Revaro family, I will make sure Vivian is treated fairly.
03:12When news of Alexandra's disappearance reached New York, Vivian collapsed from grief.
03:16Everyone praised her devotion to her husband.
03:18Now you want to marry her?
03:19Have you even considered the consequences?
03:22Adrian was blinded by love, but Don Vittorio was not.
03:26That was why Don Vittorio disciplined him.
03:28The moment Adrian said he wanted Vivian, yet it did not stop Adrian.
03:32The moment he could walk again, he knelt outside my family estate.
03:35Adrian held Vivian close and looked up at me.
03:38His eyes were full of raw sincerity.
03:40Bella, I was supposed to marry Vivian.
03:41But our parents misunderstood and married her to my brother instead.
03:44Now she has been left a widow.
03:45All I can do is take care of her for my brother.
03:47Vivian wiped away her tears.
03:49Miss Bellini, I should have ended my life, but Adrian would not allow it.
03:53He insists that I stay by his side.
03:56Adrian and I were always meant for each other.
03:58Fate simply tore us apart.
04:00You were about to marry into the Revaro family.
04:02Could you show me mercy and let me stay by Adrian's side?
04:05I swear I will never compete for his affection or your place as his wife.
04:08If you fear I will threaten your marriage, I can undergo sterilization before joining the
04:11Rebano household.
04:12Would that satisfy you?
04:14I only want to be with him.
04:16After saying that, tears rolled down Vivian's cheeks.
04:20The two wore the same tragic, devoted expressions.
04:22Even the onlookers began to sympathize.
04:24Poor Vivian.
04:25Alessandra left for a family operation on their wedding day and never came back.
04:28Her marriage ended before it even began.
04:30She and Adrian are star-crossed lovers.
04:32They loved each other, but were torn apart.
04:34Now they only want another chance.
04:36Why can't Isabella let them have it?
04:38If Isabella agrees, who knows who'll truly run the Revano family someday.
04:41Look at Adrian.
04:42Blinded by love, he'll surely favor his Guma and neglect his wife.
04:45The whispers grew louder and louder.
04:47I sneered inwardly.
04:48In my last life, Adrian and Vivian's little performance made me lose all face.
04:52I was firmly against it.
04:54Then, at Adrian and my wedding, Vivian killed herself.
04:56Her death turned our wedding into a farce.
04:58Adrian remembered her for life and hated me for life.
05:01But this time, with the same play unfolding again, I refused to give them what they wanted.
05:06Adrian, what exactly are you doing?
05:08A stern voice rang out behind us.
05:10It was Teresa Ravello, Adrian's mother.
05:12On my way downstairs, I had deliberately sent someone to bring her here.
05:15You're a Revano.
05:17Every move you make reflects on this family.
05:19Do you even know what you're doing?
05:20Vivian trembled and shrank behind Adrian.
05:23Mother.
05:23She whispered.
05:24Teresa slapped her heart across the face.
05:26Since you married into the Revaro family, I treated you like my own daughter.
05:30But the moment my eldest son died, you hooked up with my younger son.
05:34Adrian already has a fiancé, and you're still clinging to him?
05:37You're shameless.
05:39Our family has already given you what you were owed as Alexandra's widow,
05:43and now you want to turn around and marry Adrian?
05:45You're shameless and greedy.
05:46Do you think the Ravello sons are yours to pick and choose?
05:50Mother, Adrian and I truly love each other.
05:53Alexandra and I never slept together.
05:54I'm still a virgin.
05:55My son's body hasn't even been found, yet you keep talking as if he's dead.
05:58You're Alexandra's wife.
06:00In seven days, you're supposed to attend his memorial as his widow.
06:03Every prominent mafia family in New York will be there,
06:06and you choose this moment to disgrace us with something so shameless.
06:10I let out a cold laugh.
06:12In my previous life, I only learned the truth after Vivian died.
06:15She was already carrying Adrian's child.
06:17That was also why they were in such a hurry.
06:19According to family tradition, after the memorial,
06:21Vivian had to mourn her late husband for three months,
06:24but her pregnancy couldn't stay hidden that long.
06:26By then, everyone would see she was carrying a bastard.
06:28Mother, you only ever care about my brother.
06:30Have you ever cared about me?
06:32You took Vivian from me and gave her to my brother!
06:34Now I did as you wanted and agreed to marry Isabella!
06:37I only want Vivian to stay by my side openly.
06:40I'm not even asking her to take Isabella's place as my wife.
06:42Is that still too much to ask?
06:44Being just a Goomha is far beneath Vivian.
06:46Marry her.
06:46Give her your name.
06:49As soon as I finished speaking,
06:51Adrian's face lit up with delight.
06:52Bella, you'd let Vivian become my wife, not my Goomha?
06:56Everyone says you're poised and proper.
06:58I never knew you were so generous.
07:00My mother, Sophia, hurried out from the Bellini estate.
07:03No, Bella.
07:04Don't act on invasion.
07:05Your engagement to Adrian is not yours to end alone.
07:08Before the wedding, he humiliated you like this.
07:11Your father and I will demand justice for you.
07:13Adrian, your elders decide whom you marry or keep beside you.
07:17You went around them and pressured your fiancé instead.
07:18Why?
07:19Are you trying to use public pressure to force Bella's hand?
07:21I calmed my mother and stepped toward Vivian.
07:24Vivian, are you sure you want to give up your place as Alexandra's widow and return to the Moray family?
07:28I don't want the status of a Ravano's wife.
07:32Alexandra Ravano's wife.
07:33I only want to spend my life with Adrian.
07:35I don't care if Adrian becomes the Don or if I ever become the Don's wife.
07:39We just love each other and want to be together.
07:41I looked between them.
07:42Alessandra has only been gone a few days.
07:44As his widow, can't you even wait through the three-month mourning period?
07:47Vivian only covered her face and cried.
07:49She did not answer.
07:51You only need to agree to let Vivian stay with me.
07:53The rest is none of your concern.
07:54My brother is gone.
07:55The livings still have to live, don't they?
07:57Adrian, I never knew you were this vile.
07:59Your brother has barely disappeared and you want his widow?
08:01Could someone like you ever deserve to marry me?
08:03I took the engagement agreement from Mia and threw it to the ground.
08:07From this moment on, our engagement is over.
08:09Marry Vivian if you want.
08:11Wife or Goomho, it's your choice.
08:13Either way, you and I are finished forever.
08:16Adrian picked up the engagement agreement with delight.
08:19Teresa stepped forward on her face.
08:21Bella, this marriage alliance was approved by the commission.
08:23You can't just call it off.
08:25The commission is made up of New York's most powerful mafia families.
08:28No family can defy its decisions.
08:30The commission approved a marriage alliance between our two families.
08:33But they never said I had to marry.
08:34Adrian, Vivian has chosen to leave the Ravado family and give up her place as Alexandra's wife.
08:39So I'm willing to marry Alexandra instead.
08:40I'll see to his memorial and mourn him for three months as his wife.
08:44May he rest in peace.
08:44The moment I finished, everyone fell silent.
08:46No!
08:47Bella, you are too kind.
08:48My son did not deserve such devotion.
08:50And he's already dead.
08:51If you marry him, you'll spend the rest of your life with nothing but his memorial picture.
08:56You'll have no love or sex!
08:58Alessandro gave everything for this family.
08:59He is far greater than certain vile people standing here.
09:02Even if he is gone, I am willing to marry him.
09:04The crowd erupted.
09:05Now that's courage.
09:07Miss Bellini has real nerve.
09:08Look at the Bellini heiress.
09:09That grace, that loyalty.
09:12She truly carries the Bellini name.
09:14Vivian Moral has no shame.
09:16Her husband died and she rushes to marry his brother?
09:19She cannot even wait a few months.
09:21What kind of family raises a daughter like that?
09:23The Moral should be ashamed.
09:25I gave my mother a look, silently asking her to stay calm.
09:28Teresa held my hand even tighter.
09:30Bella, once you enter the Ravado family, you are our benefactor.
09:33Anyone who dares speak against you will answer to me.
09:36Then she turned to Vivian with open disgust.
09:38Vivian, I will formally release you from my son's marriage.
09:42From now on, you're not welcome back in the Ravado family.
09:46Adrian tried to speak again.
09:48Shut up!
09:49Go kneel before your brother's memorial and beg forgiveness!
09:52You have disgraced the Ravado family beyond measure.
09:55News spread across New York before the day was over.
09:57Isabella had ended her engagement to Adrian and she had chosen to marry Alessandro instead.
10:02The commission publicly praised me.
10:04The Bellini heiress truly deserves to be called New York's brightest jewel.
10:07They sent a custom bridal gown, priceless jewelry, and luxury fabrics.
10:11They were all wedding gifts for me.
10:13Seven days later, I walked through the wedding ceremony holding Alessandro's memorial portrait.
10:17And Vivian's wedding was held on the same day as mine.
10:19Don Vittorio and Mrs. Ravello made their position clear.
10:22Isabella married our eldest son.
10:24Her place comes first.
10:26Adrian Vivian's wedding must be modest.
10:28Far below Isabella's.
10:29Humiliated by her actions, the Moreau family refused to prepare any wedding gifts for her.
10:33Her brother and his wife said coldly,
10:35If you marry again and again, wouldn't we go bankrupt?
10:38So Vivian arrived at the Ravello estate in nothing more than an ordinary car.
10:42Compared to the lavish wedding gifts I received, she looked like a joke.
10:45Before the ceremony, Vivian complained,
10:47She married a dead man.
10:49How can she compare to us?
10:50Why can't we celebrate properly?
10:52As long as we are together, why care about formalities?
10:54After the ceremony, I changed from my bridal gown into black mourning clothes.
10:58Under the family council's arrangements, I held Alessandro's memorial portrait.
11:02Before mafia elites and the watching public, I walked toward the private chapel.
11:06Then a car came speeding toward us.
11:08A man shouted from the vehicle.
11:10Alessandro Ravonto is alive!
11:13He's back!
11:15My heart finally eased.
11:17Alessandro was back, just as I expected.
11:19In my past life, not long after I married Adrian,
11:22News came that Alessandro was still alive.
11:24He was only badly injured.
11:25After returning to New York, he was recognized as the future Don of the Ravello family,
11:30Unmatched in power.
11:31Now the timing was perfect.
11:32I was already Alessandro's wife, and also the future Don's wife.
11:36As for Adrian and Vivian, your real nightmare has only just begun.
11:40Adrian and Vivian's expressions changed instantly.
11:42They stared in disbelief at the man rushing toward them with the news.
11:45The man jumped out of the car and rushed straight to Don Vittorio.
11:48Don Vittorio, we have news.
11:50Alessandro is alive.
11:51He was badly injured, but he's stable and returning to New York.
11:54Good, good.
11:55Alessandro is safe.
11:56This is great news.
11:57Teresa grabbed my hand.
11:59As soon as you married into our family, we received news that Alessandro was alive.
12:03My child, you must be our family's blessing.
12:05All the mourning arrangements were called off.
12:07The entire Ravello estate filled with joy.
12:09Teresa immediately ordered,
12:10Remove all the mourning decorations.
12:12Replace them with festive ones.
12:14Decorate Alessandro's suite for their wedding.
12:16When my son returns, I will personally arrange your proper wedding
12:20and give you the ceremony you deserve.
12:24Vivian's face turned pale.
12:25Alessandro had barely died before she married Adrian.
12:28But now, right after her wedding with Adrian, Alessandro had returned, alive.
12:32Her position had suddenly become awkward.
12:35Even the servants at the Ravello estate looked down on her.
12:38She's cold and shameless.
12:39She betrayed her husband and got involved with his own brother.
12:41How could a woman like that be any good?
12:43The next day, I accidentally overheard Vivian crying to Adrian by the garden.
12:47I'm too scared to even leave the house now.
12:49Everyone is saying I seduced you.
12:51Adrian, what am I supposed to do?
12:52How can I face your brother when he returns?
12:54Crying won't help.
12:55If you hadn't refused to give up the baby, we wouldn't be in this situation.
12:59You slept with me and got me pregnant.
13:00And now you're blaming me?
13:03What's the point of arguing now?
13:05Isabella is already Alessandro's wife.
13:07Stay away from him from now on.
13:08I curled my lips into a smile, trying to cover up this disgrace.
13:12Not a chance.
13:13In this life, I'll expose their true faces to everyone and make them pay the price.
13:18The day Alessandro returned, the Ravello family and New York's elite gathered at the estate.
13:24The weather was scorching, but Don Vittorio stood there to personally welcome Alessandro,
13:28showing everyone how much he valued the future Don.
13:31Minute by minute, no one dared to leave their place.
13:34Everyone could barely endure the heat, let alone Vivian, who was pregnant.
13:38Under the scorching sun, she couldn't last.
13:40Watching Vivian's flushed face and unsteady steps, I smiled.
13:44The real show was about to begin.
13:46From afar, I watched the returning convoy enter the estate.
13:49The crowd immediately grew restless.
13:51The convoy stopped before the entrance.
13:54Alessandro was helped out of the car.
13:56Alessandro stepped forward and embraced Don Vittorio and Teresa.
13:59Dad, Mom, I'm home.
14:01Teresa and Don Vittorio's eyes turned red with emotion.
14:05Just coming home safely is enough.
14:07Teresa wiped away her tears and pulled me closer.
14:10Come meet Isabella.
14:12She is your wife now.
14:13You must treat her well from now on.
14:15When Teresa learned Alessandro was alive, she sent him a message about Vivian's betrayal and my marriage with his memorial
14:21portrait.
14:22Thank you, my wife.
14:23He already knew what had happened here.
14:25Alessandro looked at me.
14:26Warmth filled his eyes.
14:28Teresa smiled beside us.
14:29Now that Alexandra has returned, you two are newly married.
14:33This calls for a proper celebration.
14:34Before she finished speaking, a scream came from the crowd.
14:38Everyone turned.
14:39Vivian's face was pale as she collapsed into Adrian's arms.
14:42Vivian fainted!
14:44Quick, get the doctor!
14:48Whispers spread through the crowd.
14:50Could Vivian have fainted because she was so overwhelmed seeing Alessandro?
14:52After all, she used to be Alessandro's wife.
14:54Who knows?
14:54Maybe she still had feelings for him.
14:56Teresa gritted her teeth in anger.
14:58What exactly is Vivian trying to do?
15:00Isn't she embarrassed enough already?
15:02Mother, I'll take Vivian somewhere to rest.
15:03How could I possibly let them walk away?
15:05I stepped forward and stopped them.
15:07Mother, whatever happened before, Vivian is Adrian's wife now.
15:10If we refuse to treat her, people may accuse the family of mistreating her and damage our reputation.
15:16The doctor is already here.
15:17Let him examine her and avoid unnecessary rumors.
15:20Isabella, you're always so considerate.
15:23Please examine her.
15:24She stepped aside for the doctor.
15:25The doctor examined Vivian.
15:27Moments later, he stood.
15:28Congratulations.
15:29Vivian is three months pregnant.
15:33Everyone's expression changed after hearing the news.
15:36Three months pregnant?
15:38But Vivian and Adrian only got married days ago.
15:41How could she be three months pregnant?
15:43I covered my mouth in shock.
15:44Doctor, are you sure?
15:45She married into the Ravado family a year ago, but Alessandro left for a family operation right after their wedding.
15:50She told everyone she was still a virgin.
15:52And she only became Adrian's wife a few days ago.
15:55How could she already be pregnant?
15:57My words sent the crowd into an uproar.
15:59That's right.
16:00She said it herself.
16:01She said it herself outside the Bellini estate that she was still a virgin.
16:05So she cried and begged to marry Adrian because the baby couldn't wait any longer?
16:08Who knows who the father is?
16:10Did Adrian just raise another man's child?
16:12Vivian slowly opened her eyes.
16:14Before she could react, Teresa slapped her across the face.
16:17You shameless woman.
16:20You betrayed Alexandro and got involved with his own brother.
16:23Now you're carrying another man's bastard child.
16:25The Ravado family will never tolerate such disgrace.
16:28Still dazed from the slap, Vivian looked up and saw everyone's disgusted faces.
16:32Adrian looked away, unable to meet her eyes.
16:35Tell us who the man is.
16:36You were married only days ago, yet you're already three months pregnant.
16:43Teresa's furious voice brought Vivian.
16:45If you refuse to tell the truth, get out of the Ravado family.
16:49How dare you disgrace us like this?
16:51I'll make sure all of New York knows what a shameless woman you are.
16:55She turned coldly and ordered her people to take Vivian away.
16:58I stepped forward and spoke gently.
17:00Vivian, tell the truth.
17:02Who is the father of this child?
17:05Do you really want all of New York to know your disgrace?
17:07Vivian dropped to her knees before Teresa.
17:09Mother, it's all my fault.
17:11But I never got involved with another man.
17:13Teresa looked at her coldly.
17:14If you never touched another man, then where did this child come from?
17:18The child is Adrian's.
17:21Adrian and I loved each other.
17:22We made a mistake, and this child was the result.
17:25Please forgive me, Mother!
17:27This child is the Ravado family's first child!
17:30Her words left the entire room silent.
17:32I stared at them in disbelief.
17:33What did you say?
17:35You and Adrian were already sleeping together behind my back,
17:37and you were carrying his child?
17:41Vivian couldn't even lift her head.
17:43Adrian's face burned with shame.
17:45I stepped forward and slapped him with all my strength.
17:48Adrian, you knelt outside my estate and begged me to let you keep Vivian,
17:52so it wasn't pity or a desire to protect her.
17:55It was because you had already betrayed me with her,
17:57yet used kindness and guilt to force me to agree.
18:02I was right to end our engagement.
18:04The two of you make me sick.
18:06My words left them both, lowering their heads in shame.
18:09Alessandro stepped beside me.
18:10He looked at Adrian with a cold expression.
18:13Adrian, I have never treated you badly.
18:15And yet, while I was gone, you got involved with my wife.
18:20How dare you?
18:22Adrian dropped to his knees.
18:24Brother, I was wrong.
18:25It wasn't intentional.
18:28It was Vivian.
18:30She tempted me.
18:33She said her husband was away and she was lonely.
18:36Before he could finish, Alessandro kicked him hard in the chest.
18:40You bastard.
18:42Don't ever call me your brother again.
18:44Vivian and you truly deserve each other.
18:47From now on, don't let me see either of you again.
18:49After speaking, Alessandro covered his chest and nearly collapsed.
18:53I hurried to support him.
18:55Careful, Alessandro.
18:56The entire scene fell into chaos.
18:57A sense of relief washed over me.
18:59Adrian, Vivian, in this life, I exposed your affair in front of everyone.
19:03Now I want to see how you face the consequences.
19:07Alessandro was taken back to the Ravello estate,
19:09where the family doctor stayed by his side and treated him.
19:12That night, Don Vittorio returned to the estate and prepared a formal statement.
19:17Adrian has lost all honor.
19:20He betrayed his brother and got involved with his brother's widow.
19:24He is no longer worthy of inheriting the Ravello family.
19:28He is stripped of all family privileges and status.
19:32From then on, he was only an ordinary member of the family.
19:36Father, I know I was wrong.
19:39But I'm still your son.
19:41If you strip me of my family status, what am I supposed to do?
19:48Alessandro earned his status through his achievements.
19:50Even without becoming the Don, he would still be respected.
19:54But I have nothing.
19:55Father, you have to think about me.
19:58And your grandson, too.
19:59Vivian and I made mistakes.
20:02But we are married now.
20:03And this child carries Ravello blood.
20:06Are you really going to force your own son into a dead end?
20:09Don Vittorio's expression darkened.
20:10I never knew I had raised such a disgrace.
20:16Your brother risked his life for this family while you stabbed him in the back and got involved with his
20:22wife.
20:23I am ashamed to call you my son.
20:26Teresa was just as furious.
20:27When Vivian first married into the Ravello family, Alessandro left New York for family business.
20:33Teresa treated her like her own daughter, feeling sorry for her.
20:36She never expected Vivian to betray Alessandro and get involved with Adrian.
20:40You think we were the ones who kept you and Vivian apart?
20:45You're wrong.
20:48She was the one who chose your brother.
20:52For his reputation, power, and everything he had to offer.
20:56As for you, you were just a spoiled family son with nothing to show.
21:01Wait!
21:03Later, when your brother disappeared, she changed her mind.
21:07The moment news of Alexandra's death spread, she turned around and married you.
21:13Only you saw a woman like her as a treasure.
21:16Don Vittorio turned away coldly.
21:18Tomorrow, I will call the family council and make this official.
21:22From now on, you are only a regular family member.
21:27You are no longer worthy of living in the Ravello estate.
21:31You and Vivian will leave and live on your own.
21:35From now on, you are no longer connected to this family.
21:39Adrian was forced out of the Ravello estate.
21:42He and Vivian moved into a small private residence.
21:45Without the Ravello family backing them, they struggled in every aspect of their lives.
21:49But when Vivian returned to the Moreau family for help, they shut the door in her face.
21:53You have brought nothing but shame to the Moreau family.
21:56From now on, we have no daughter like you.
21:57Never come back.
21:59Because of you, the other women in the family are struggling to find suitable marriages.
22:02The Ravello estate, however, was filled with joy.
22:05Don Vittorio and Teresa were overjoyed when Alessandro returned.
22:08I had chosen Alessandro even when everyone believed he was dead.
22:12That convinced them I truly cared for him, and Teresa valued me even more.
22:16Bella, once Alessandro recovers, we'll give you two a proper wedding.
22:22After that, I'll put you in charge of the Ravello estate.
22:26From then on, you'll be running this household.
22:31Once Alessandro recovered, Don Vittorio officially named him the next Don to take his place.
22:37Few men of his generation in New York could rival his status and power.
22:41As his wife, I also gained the full recognition of the Ravello family.
22:45The Mafia families of New York heard Alessandro and I were holding another wedding.
22:50Wedding gifts poured in, filling the Ravello estate.
22:53Our marriage became the most high-profile union in New York's Mafia world.
22:57Alessandro and I were officially married in a grand wedding.
23:00Although Alessandro wielded immense power, he was always thoughtful with me.
23:04He handed over every private asset in his name to me.
23:07Bella, you chose to marry me even when everyone believed I was dead.
23:10That proves how sincere you are.
23:13I will never betray you.
23:15And I will protect you for the rest of my life.
23:19From now on, everything I have is yours too.
23:21I held his hand tightly and smiled shyly.
23:24Okay.
23:25I'll be a good wife.
23:27And stay by your side until we slowly grow old together.
23:30In this life, I had finally rewritten my ending.
23:33This time, Adrian and Vivian would taste the pain I once endured.
23:37After Adrian was forced out of the Ravello estate,
23:39he was reduced to a mere soldier in the family.
23:42Everyone knew he had lost the Ravello family's backing.
23:45The people who once surrounded him now barely gave him the time of day.
23:48He could no longer enter New York's elite mafia circles.
23:53The mafia heirs, who once called Adrian their brother, now mocked him openly.
23:58Adrian, you threw away your entire future for Vivian.
24:01Look at you now.
24:03What you once spent on one dinner could probably last you a month.
24:06We used to associate with you because you might inherit the Ravello family.
24:10Now you're nobody.
24:11Why should we waste our time on you?
24:14We're heading to a yacht party.
24:16You probably can't even afford the ticket, can you?
24:18They laughed as they walked away.
24:20Adrian's eyes reddened with humiliation, but he could only watch them leave.
24:24Soon, New York's mafia elite would gather for an exclusive charity gala.
24:29Wives and daughters from all the major families would attend.
24:32As the gala approached, New York's luxury jewelry stores were packed.
24:36I never expected to run into Vivian at one of the most prestigious jewelry stores.
24:39She saw me choosing a pearl set and turned to the clerk.
24:43I'll take this set.
24:45Then she turned to me, pretending to be surprised.
24:49Oh, Bella.
24:51I didn't realize it was you.
24:53You don't mind, do you?
24:55Ever since I got pregnant, I've only wanted to wear pearls.
24:58I smiled lightly.
25:00I don't mind, but did you bring enough money?
25:02This store doesn't allow credit.
25:04You have to pay up front.
25:07The clerk quickly chimed in.
25:10Yes, ma'am.
25:11This pearl set is $20,000.
25:13Vivian's voice shot up.
25:15What?
25:16$20,000 for one pearl set?
25:18Do you know who my husband is?
25:20Please help.
25:20He could shut this store down!
25:22You're ripping people off!
25:24The clerk's expression hardened.
25:25This store has been in business for over a century.
25:28We've never cheated a customer.
25:30If you have a problem with the price, feel free to file a complaint.
25:33What an idiot.
25:34She dared make such a scene without even knowing who owned this store.
25:37The store belonged to a powerful mafia matriarch.
25:40Vivian's words were a slap in her face, accusing her of ripping off customers.
25:45I tapped my fingers lightly against the counter.
25:47Vivian?
25:49Are you buying it or not?
25:51If not, I will.
25:54Adrian's voice came from behind us.
25:56My wife will take this set.
25:58He stepped forward and handed over his card.
26:00Adrian looked at me, his eyes full of displeasure.
26:02You wanted this set too, didn't you?
26:05Why don't you offer more?
26:07Highest bidder gets it.
26:09Someone gently wrapped an arm around me from behind.
26:12My wife wouldn't wear pearls this small.
26:17Is the jewelry set I ordered for my wife ready?
26:21Mr. Ravondo, your wife's set has been ready for days.
26:25We were just about to have it delivered to the Ravondo estate.
26:27She brought out a box and opened it.
26:29Inside was a stunning set of rare, natural saltwater pearl jewelry.
26:34Everyone gasped.
26:35Those pearls are huge.
26:36They're gorgeous.
26:38Alessandra placed the jewelry in my hands.
26:41I had these rare pearls specially sourced for you.
26:44I thought they would suit you,
26:46so I had this set custom-made for you to wear to the charity gala.
26:49The women around us immediately began murmuring in admiration.
26:53It's gorgeous.
26:55Mrs. Ravondo is so lucky.
26:57Look how much Alexandro spoils his wife.
27:00Unlike some people,
27:02buying one cheap pearl set and acting important.
27:05Adrian's face darkened.
27:07He stormed out without even waiting for Vivian.
27:09Vivian was left standing there alone,
27:12utterly humiliated.
27:13Tears filled her eyes as she looked at Alessandro.
27:16Alexandro,
27:17do you still resent me for leaving you and marrying Adrian?
27:22I didn't mean to.
27:24I had no choice.
27:26When news of your death reached New York,
27:28I cried for days.
27:31I was so devastated.
27:33I wished I could die with you.
27:38With tears in her eyes,
27:39she looked heartbreakingly vulnerable.
27:41If I were a man,
27:42even I might have softened.
27:44Really?
27:44Alessandro looked at her coldly.
27:46When news of my death reached New York,
27:49weren't you already pregnant?
27:50You were carrying Adrian's child
27:52while crying your heart out over me?
27:54I couldn't hold it in and burst out behind them.
27:57Vivian flushed with humiliation and rage.
27:59She glared at me bitterly.
28:01Isabella, you stole my husband!
28:03Happy now?
28:05Oh my God.
28:06Alexandra loves me!
28:08Not you!
28:09I looked at her with disdain.
28:11Vivian,
28:12have you forgotten who you are?
28:14Yes.
28:15Then again,
28:16you never seemed to know your place.
28:18You were Alexandra's wife,
28:20yet you had an affair with Adrian.
28:22Once Adrian lost everything,
28:25you started chasing Alexandria again.
28:27All you ever cared about was power and status.
28:30You never truly loved Adrian, did you?
28:32You only loved him because you thought
28:34he would inherit the Ravano family.
28:35Vivian's face went deathly pale.
28:37She turned and rushed out,
28:38but the moment she stepped outside,
28:40she froze.
28:41Adrian, who had supposedly left,
28:42had been waiting outside.
28:43He had heard every word.
28:47Vivian rushed over and grabbed his sleeve.
28:49Adrian, don't listen to her.
28:51You know you're the only man I love.
28:53Adrian slapped her to the ground.
28:56His face darkened.
28:57You just told my brother you were forced to marry me?
29:00You said you cried your heart out over him?
29:02Do you regret marrying me that much?
29:06Fine.
29:07I'll give you what you want.
29:09I'm divorcing a shameless woman like you today.
29:11He turned and walked away.
29:13Vivian chased after him in tears.
29:15Adrian, it's not like that.
29:17Let me explain.
29:18I watched them argue all the way home,
29:20fighting a smile.
29:21How satisfying.
29:23Sure enough,
29:24Adrian and Vivian's marriage descended into chaos.
29:27Adrian demanded a divorce
29:29and sent Vivian back to the Moreau family.
29:32He accused her of being unfaithful,
29:34chasing wealth and status and deceiving him all along.
29:36He said she had deliberately seduced him into betraying the Ravello family.
29:40Now he finally saw her true colors and wanted nothing more to do with her.
29:44Vivian was heavily pregnant,
29:46but Adrian wouldn't even let her inside.
29:51When she returned to the Moreau family,
29:53they humiliated her even more.
29:55Vivian, if I were you,
29:56I would never come back and disgrace the Moreau family.
29:59Two failed marriages and you still have the nerve to show your face?
30:02In desperation,
30:04Vivian hired a lawyer and took Adrian to family court.
30:07She accused Adrian of seducing his brother's wife
30:10and getting her pregnant.
30:11Then he coaxed her into marrying him,
30:13only to abandon her afterward.
30:15Her accusations forced Adrian to appear in court and answer them.
30:18The two turned on each other in court,
30:20each blaming the other.
30:21In the end,
30:22the court ruled Adrian couldn't simply abandon his pregnant wife.
30:25They were destined to remain tangled together for life.
30:28I caught Alessandro smiling behind the crowd.
30:31Did you have something to do with this?
30:33They're perfect for each other.
30:35Let them torment each other forever instead of hurting anyone else.
30:39I heard Adrian and Vivian could barely stand each other at home.
30:42Adrian kept another woman and never came home again.
30:45With no money,
30:46Vivian worked to support herself despite her swollen belly.
30:49One winter morning,
30:50she slipped on the snow and fell into the icy river.
30:53She never came back up.
30:55Adrian only went to identify her body.
30:57He paid someone to handle the body,
30:59then never bothered with her again.
31:01When I heard,
31:01I only sigh.
31:03She had brought it all upon herself.
31:05Meanwhile,
31:06Adrian lost his job and spent his days doing nothing.
31:09Penniless and desperate,
31:10he repeatedly tried to return to the Ravello estate.
31:13But Don Vittorio and Teresa drove him away every time.
31:17Later,
31:17I heard the woman Adrian kept was seeing another man.
31:20Adrian caught them together.
31:21During the fight,
31:22she struck him in the head.
31:23Adrian died there in a back alley.
31:25When I heard the news,
31:26I was folding tiny baby clothes.
31:29Alessandro sat nearby,
31:30putting together a crib for our baby.
31:32I'm pregnant.
31:33Soon,
31:34we would become parents and have a child of our own.
31:36That was what mattered most to us now.
31:38Everyone else and everything else no longer mattered.