"Bella, you now bear my name, Mrs. Bella Enzo Barine. You are no longer part of the Marino family," Enzo thundered. "I am not a possession, Enzo. I am a human being with feelings. I am your wife, not a commodity." With tears welling up in her eyes, she spoke through the tightening grip on her arm, which threatened a bruise later. I will not submit to an arranged marriage with Enzo De Luca, the sole heir of the powerful Barone clan. Despite his notorious nature and animosity towards the Marino clan, I refuse to be coerced into a union without genuine connection. Though his grey eyes once held the essence of my first love and pain, I will not let him shatter my spirit. Being the daughter of his bitter rival, I am certain I will not bend to his will. The true question lies not in whether love can flourish amidst conflict, but whether I'll permit myself to be controlled in this ongoing battle of wills."
