Chapter 10

"Honey, I did say that you deserved to marry me, but my words would only last for three years. "You went to jail, just so I could make Carmy stay by my side. As a gesture of gratitude, I allowed you to stay in this villa and let you be my wife for three whole years. If you ask me, that's more than fair. "Now, you're free. No one will hold you accountable for what you did to Carmy back then, and I can give you some money if that's what you want. That should give you a comfortable life. Think of it as a gift for making Carmy stay by my side." Claudio's voice was as tender as ever, but Rosalia knew it wasn't because of her. After all, he brought up Carmen every few sentences. Yet, how was she supposed to just give it all up? Rosalia was genuinely obsessed with Claudio. Moreover, she was used to the luxurious lifestyle he gave her. How could she leave all of these behind? "Don't abandon me, darling. You know I love you with all my heart. I can't live without you. Haven't you been h