The Double Life of My Pregnant Ex-Wife (Carmen and Marco) novel Chapter 92

The Venetti estate was bathed in sunlight, the gardens in full bloom as Carmen walked along the stone paths, her son toddling at her side. Marco watched from the terrace, a faint smile on his face as he took in the scene. For the first time in years, there was peace.

Carmen looked up at him and waved. “Are you going to stand there all day, or are you coming to help me with your son?”

Marco chuckled and descended the steps, scooping the boy into his arms. “He’s already got more energy than I do,” he said, laughing as his son tugged at his collar.

“That’s because he takes after me,” Carmen teased, slipping her arm through Marco’s as they strolled through the garden.

Marco nodded, his expression growing serious. “And thank God for that. You’re the reason we’ve made it here, Carmen. You and him.”

She leaned her head against his shoulder. “We’ve done this together, Marco. And now we can finally focus on building something lasting.”

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Over the next few weeks, Marco and Carmen dedicated themselves to their vision for the future. The Venetti family’s operations expanded, not through violence but through smart investments and legitimate businesses.

“Construction, logistics, agriculture,” Carmen explained during a meeting with their advisors. “These industries will provide stability. And stability is what keeps power intact.”

Marco listened as Carmen laid out the plans, his respect for her only growing. After the meeting, he pulled her aside.

“You’re brilliant,” he said simply.

Carmen smiled. “I’ve had a good partner.”

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One afternoon, Marco sat with their son in the courtyard, a wooden toy in his hand as he explained something in a gentle tone.

“Strength isn’t about fighting,” Marco said. “It’s about protecting the people you care about. Loyalty, kindness—those are the things that make you strong.”

Carmen joined them, sitting beside Marco as she added, “And sometimes, being strong means building something good, even when it’s hard.”

Their son looked up at them with wide eyes, his innocence a reminder of why they fought so hard.

Marco reached for Carmen’s hand. “He’s going to have a better life. Because of you.”

“Because of us,” Carmen corrected, her smile soft.

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