CHAPTER 69

Casabella’s POV
After we had dinner Rosy took me to her room while Mark and Alex stayed behind in the living room.
“Have your seat.” She urged me close to her on the bed.
“I really don’t have any friends but I made one back then and I hope she’s really doing okay.”
I knew she was talking about me. She’s really caring about her loved ones even with strangers. I don’t know how she will react once I tell her I’m the same person she’s talking about.
“What’s her name?”
“Her name is Casabella. Though we met once, I felt a close attachment with her that day and funny thing enough, your voice sounds exactly like hers.”
“You’re so caring just the same way we met.”
“Well, I got that from my dad.” She smiled.
“Rosy, there’s something I want to tell you but you have to keep it a secret from your brother for now.”
“What’s wrong? Do you like my brother?”
“Yes but it's more than that.”
“Oh gosh, I’m really blushing right now. I have noticed a change of attitude in him for a while now.”
“I’m not really sure if he likes me too but promise me you won’t say a word on what I am about to say to you to anyone.”
“Tell me. I promise I won’t say anything to him.”
“I’m not really Madison.”
“Oh, my gosh! Who are you then?” She exclaimed, staring at me.
“It's me, Casabella. I know it sounds confusing but I will explain everything to you in detail.”
“Are you really sure of what you just said and what really happened to your real face? Also where is the real Madison? This is really sounding somehow.” She kept throwing questions upon questions at me.
“Calm down Rosy. I’ll explain to you.” I hold on to her hands as she stops to listen to what I have to say.
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“That’s really sad to hear. What are you going to do now when some unknown people are after you thinking you’re the real Madison?”
“I really don’t know Rosy but I believe someone will help me out with it.”
“My brother can help you. You know he’s a very influential business man and will definitely keep you safe.”
“I thought we already talked about not telling your brother who I am.”
“I know but you can’t face a great danger like that all by yourself.”
“I will Rosy also if your brother finds out that I’m not Madison, he will feel cheated and might probably hate me.”
“My brother isn’t that kind of person. I’m sure he will understand your reason but I just can’t let you risk your life just like Madison did.”
“I was destined for it and no one can change it, Rosy.”
“Just stay safe, okay?”
“I will Rosy. Thanks for keeping my identity a secret.”
“It’s really nothing. What are friends for after all? I’ve really missed you so much.”
“Me, too Rosy. I kept thinking about you all the time and even when I saw you again, I was shocked and happy to see you again.”
“Fate has a way of reuniting people who are meant to be together.”
“Yes Rosy and it’s also the same thing between your brother and I.”
“You both know each other even before?”
“Yep, at first he acted grumpy and arrogant but getting to know him more, I found out he was only putting up with that attitude.” I smiled, recalling how we both met.
“He’s really a nice man and you both look really perfect for each other. Tell me something, when did you know you’ve fallen for him?”
“I really don’t know but I think it was two weeks ago.”
“Awww…. That’s so romantic. I really can’t wait to see you both become a thing.” She teased me.
“I want that too but don’t tell me about it as well, promise me.”
“Of course, I won’t but I’ll put him on a test to see if he likes you as well.”
“What do you have in mind?” I asked curiously.
“You will see soon enough.” She smirked and hugged me while I also hugged her back.
Mark’s POV
It was bedtime and Rosy and Madison were still in the room still having their girlish discussion. They have really become close in just a little while. I’m glad Rosy now has someone she can freely open up to when she needs advice from her fellow woman.
“I’m really sleepy, man. I don’t know how long they are going to take having their little talks.” Alex cried out.
“If you’re really sleepy then go to your own bedroom and leave the ladies to enjoy their moment.”
“You’re indeed so mean. I’m done talking to you.” He snarled and got up to leave when we heard the ladies giggling.
I turned around to see Rosy and Madison, who were in a short blue night dress with her hair packed in a bun.
“We’re really sorry for taking so long.” Rosy apologised.
“Did you know I was waiting for you so long, baby? I wanted us to…” Alex was still saying when I glared hard at him which made him hold up his words back.
“I’m sorry babe. I didn’t mean to take much time. Madison and I were getting to know more about each other.”
“That’s good to hear. I’m glad my baby will have a female friend to discuss things with.” He cheered and grabbed her to himself trying to kiss her when I interrupted them.
“Not here and not now, guys. You guys can take it to the bedroom.” I snarled getting on my feet.
“Be nice bro. We are going already.” He snickered.
“Madison, I hope you don’t mind.” Rosy asked Madison.
“Not at all, I’ll stick with Mark for the meantime.”
“Alright, thanks. Let go babe.” She urged Alex as they both took the stairs to his room leaving Madison and I.
“So, how about a movie?” I asked, trying to strike a conversion with her.
“Sure.” She agreed and walked towards me.
“What movie are we watching?” She added as we both sat on the sofa close to each other.
“I don’t know but anyone seems fine.” I replied and turned on the TV set into a movie.
After thirty minutes, I took my glance at her to see she was already fast asleep as I turned off the TV and carried her in a bridal way to my room.
After placing her on the bed and covering her body with the duvet, I kissed her on her lips before exiting the room to my other room.
She has completely tamed my heart with everything about her. I feel my world is all complete and each time I think about her, it’s my Casabella only I see and nothing more.
I don't know the connection that I feel they both share but one thing is for sure, I’m in love with her and it is her voice I trope for which is exactly like Casabella herself.
In other words, I see only my Casabella in her and I wish she’s the one. I really miss her face so much and see the reflection of Casabella instead of Madison. I’m waiting for the perfect time to profuse my love to her and ask her out.
THE NEXT MORNING
Casabella’s POV
I woke up and found myself on the bed. I remembered watching a movie with Mark but my eyes seemed to take over my body and I had to sleep off.
I got out of the bed and walked over to the bathroom and had my bath before coming out to see a short white dress on the bed with a heel.
I walked over to the bed and picked up the dress which wasn’t looking bad at all and the black heel.
I dried my body with another towel before changing into the gown and the heel.
A moment later, I was all done and was ready to walk out of the room when I heard a knock and walked over to check and saw Mark all dressed up looking handsome as ever.
“Good morning.”
“Good morning.” I answered lightly and urged him inside.
“I came to check if you’re all done.”
“Yeah and thanks for the dress.”
“It wasn’t my idea but I’m glad you like it. Let's go have breakfast first before I drop you home?”
“Okay.” I responded as we both walked out of the room.
We got to the dining table and met Rosy and Alex waiting for us.
“Good morning, Madison.”
“Morning to you too, Rosy.” I replied smiling.
“Good morning, Miss Madison.”
“Good morning Alex.” I answered as Mark pulled out a chair for me and urged me to take a seat before
After the breakfast, I said my goodbyes to Alex and Rosy, promising to give her a call before Mark and I left.
We arrived at the mansion as dad and mum welcomed me with warm arms.
“We miss you so much baby.” Mum hugged me warmly.
“I miss you both too.” I uttered as we both pulled away to hug my dad.
“So, tell me honey. How was your stay over at his place and why didn’t you inform us earlier about it?”
“I’m really sorry but I promise I won’t do that again.”
“We understand you princess and we trust Mark. He wouldn’t do anything bad to hurt you.”
“Absolutely, so tell us how it went?”
“We spent a wonderful moment together after the contract deal and also I got to know more about Rosy, his sister also I had to tell her who I really am.”
“How sweet and romantic but I'm sure she won’t tell anyone about it?”
“Yes, she won’t.” I assured them.
“That’s a relief. I’m glad you’re back with us.”
“Princess, I want to say something I think you need to hear.” Dad said, sadly.
“What is the matter, dad?”
“I think it's about time you come out clean and tell Mark about yourself since he really likes you. I can see it in his eyes and I do feel he will help us in finding Madison killers.”
For a second I kept quiet and didn’t know what to say. I promised to help find the monsters who killed Madison yet I haven’t made any attempt to find the people and my fear is how Mark will react when he finds out I’m not the actual Madison.
“He might come to hate me for hiding such a thing away from him.”
“You never can tell, dear.”
“Okay but I’ll tell him when I feel the time is right.”
“I just don’t want to lose another daughter again.” He admitted.
“I understand dad.” I replied and hugged him.
I will reveal myself to Mark when I feel the time is right.