They returned home like any married couple, pretending normally. Victoria had just handed him over, yet she behaved as if nothing out of the ordinary was happening. In Salvatore’s presence, she seemed to completely forget who she really was.

As soon as they opened the door, the children ran towards them. However, both launched themselves at Salvatore first, leaving their mother momentarily in the background.

"Daddy!!" they shouted in unison. After he greeted and hugged them warmly, they finally approached Victoria.

"My loves, how are you?" Salvatore asked, kissing their heads. The little ones, happy, told him they were doing their school homework.

Eithan took his father's hand, while Melany...