Chapter 78: The Threat

Chapter 78: The Threat
Chapter 78: The Threat

Natalie

I yawn, looking at the time. It was five o'clock in the evening, Fiona and I were watching our favorite movie. I jumped a little when I felt something move in my lap, I looked to see molly. She has been staying with Brie since Celeb was outside of town for a business trip.

Looking up again, I turned my attention back to the movie because I couldn't help but think about Lorenzo. He should be home in another hour or so but I couldn't wait. I miss him so much. I miss his cuddle, his kisses, his smell and his smile. I just missed everything about him and I felt so empty when he was away. That really means that I love him.

Yes, I have realized that I love him and I am planning on telling him that and I know he would be happy to hear that. But I am waiting for the right time to confess my love for him.

A smile made its way to my lips just thinking about him and I felt my face heated up a little and butterflies in my stomach just thinking about those names he usually calls me.

He usually calls me his beautiful queen and I love it so much. I mean he keeps reminding me how beautiful I am and it makes me feel so much better and less insecure. I just love him so much. I love the way he treats me like I am actually a queen. He makes me feel so special and like I am worth more than diamonds. I can't just tell how grateful I am to have him in my life.

Then doorbell suddenly rang, a frown made its way to my face. It is not yet time for Lorenzo to return from work so who could it be?

"Wait here, Fiona." I said to her before I got up and made my way to the door.

Couldn't it be Lorenzo? No it can't be him because he has the key and would just open the door instead of ringing the bell. So then, who is it? I walked to the door and looked through the peephole to see who was there but I saw no one. I decided to open the door and yet no one was there but there was an envelope laying on the doorstep.

I frowned even more and slowly picked up the envelope. I locked the door and walked back to the living room and opened the envelope. I regretted it immediately because there were just three words in it.

'Answer the phone.' That was what was written in the letter.

I frown, confused about the letter. What does it mean to answer the phone? Which phone? And then suddenly my phone buzzed, I froze and suddenly became scared. Who could this be? I started shaking but picked up the phone and slowly brought it to my ear.

"H..hello?"

"Hi, remember me?" A voice said and I recognized it almost immediately.

"I don't think you know yet but I am the one who stole your child from you and I don't think you were so dumb not to realize that."

My eyes widened, my whole body froze in shock and fear. It was Esther, my best friend. So she was the one that stole Fiona from me?

"Why are you suddenly confessing to me and what do you want?" My voice was harsh and I can feel range building up inside me

I am angry at myself that she was the one that stole my child and I have no clue. No wonder she moved away when I told her that my child had been stolen and that I reported it to the police. And thinking of it, she never looked sad when I told that. It was obvious that she was the suspect but I was too dumb.

"Well, I heard that your so-called boyfriend is searching for me and wants me to pay for your stolen child. So I want you to tell him to stop the investigation or else, I won't hesitate to your little daughter again and this time you won't see her again."

I clenched my jaw, feeling scared just thinking about Fiona being kidnapped and I let out a shaking breath, balling my hand into a fist.

"Am I clear?" I kept quiet, thinking for a few seconds before I opened my mouth to speak. I don't want anything to happen to my child again.

"Yes," I replied but that doesn't mean I won't let Lorenzo know.

"Oh, and just so you know, if you mention anything to Lorenzo, prepare to never see your daughter again." I mentally cursed her.

"Have a great night, bestie." She laughed before she hung up and I let out a breath.

I slowly sat down on the couch and my mind went to thinking instantly.

"Is everything okay, mother?" Fiona asked, I nodded with a fake smile.

She went back to watch her movie and my smile faded and there was only one question on my mind.

'Should I tell Lorenzo?'

I sighed for the tenth time today, running a finger through my hair. It has been hours since I received a thank you phone call from Esther and I don't know what to do. I am trying to come to a decision on whether to tell Lorenzo or not. But I can't bring myself to decide, I was so scared.

I mean, if I tell Lorenzo, Fiona might get hurt and if I don't tell him she might be safe but Lorenzo will definitely get angry with me for not telling him. I seriously don't know what to do.

I bit my lips, looking down to the floor. I am currently in his room, slumped to the ground. I am waiting for him to come back but it is weird, he usually comes back early but it is already seven o'clock and he is not yet back and that confuses me. Although he said that he would come back late, he is taking more time than usual.

I have made my decision, I am not going to tell him. Fiona's safety and life is very important and I can't take the risk to tell him because something might happen to her. I can't forgive myself if that is the case I guess, I will just have to keep my mouth shut and pretend to be okay as if I am scared.

I got up from the floor and made my way to the bed and sat down. I just stared at the door for some stupid reason, I still couldn't get the thought that I would be hiding a secret from Lorenzo. He really needs to know but I can't tell him, I just can't. I can't lose Fiona again, everything will be fine this way. He will never know and Fiona won't get hurt.

"Darling, are you in here?" Lorenzo's voice suddenly heard and I looked to the door and saw him opening it slowly.

I immediately change my expression to a happy and normal one, I don't want him to notice that I am sad.

"Hi," I smiled as he walked over to me and crushed my lips before removing his clothes.

"I miss you so much." He said and climbed to the bed.

He crushed my lips again and I kissed him back. The kiss only lasted for a few seconds before he pulled away and pulled me into his arms with a smile. I smiled back even though I wasn't okay inside but I don't want him to worry. I guess I wasn't good at hiding things as he noticed my mood.

"Are you okay?" He asked, his voice filled with concern and I looked down, nodding my head but I don't think he believed me.

"You are lying." He lifted my head to meet his eyes.

I tried to look away because I knew if he looked into my eyes, he could tell that I wasn't lying.

"I am not lying." I still didn't look into his eyes and I heard him sighed.

"You don't have to lie, my beautiful queen. I can clearly see that you are lying, so tell me did someone say something to you?"

I bit my lips again, trying to decide what to say. Should I really hide this from him?

"Natalie?" He called, waiting for my response while trying to look into his eyes.

A lot of thoughts were running through my mind and I seriously don't know whether to lie or not but I continue to think of the right thing to do.

"Natalie, looked at me." He said in a soft, pleading tone and I inwardly sighed, lifting my head to meet his eyes.

"Did someone do something to you?"

I tried to keep the tears in and not saying anything but I couldn't do this anymore.

"Natalie?" He called again and at the same time, a tear escaped my eyes.

I bit my lips harder, trying not to cry but I couldn't. A sob left my lips and I buried my head in his chest, crying my eyes out while he me tight. I can't lie to him, I love him so much and I can't keep this away from him when he deserves to know. Even if Fiona would be in danger because of this, he still needs to know because he is her father. I just hope he can keep her safe.

I continued to cry and he started rubbing my back and whispering comforting words to me. It made me feel better and after a while I pulled away from his chest. I have made my decision to tell him everything.