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Chapter 41 - Episode 41: Leo's Wrath

Three years had passed since Lily and Leo's magical wedding day.

Their twins, Luca and Aria, were now three years old, and their lives were filled with laughter, love, and adventure.

Lily's fashion label had reached new heights, with her designs being featured in top fashion magazines and worn by celebrities on the red carpet. She had become a respected name in the fashion industry, known for her elegant and sophisticated designs.

Leo was proud of Lily's success and supported her every step of the way. He would often attend her fashion shows and events, beaming with pride as he watched her showcase her latest creations.

At home, Lily and Leo were loving every moment of parenthood. They would spend hours playing with Luca and Aria, watching them learn and grow with each passing day.

Luca, the male twin, was growing up to be the spitting image of his father, Leo. He had inherited Leo's chiseled features, piercing eyes, and strong jawline. But it wasn't just his physical appearance that was similar to Leo's - Luca was also developing his father's tough and resilient personality. He was a fighter, always standing up for himself and those he cared about, even at the tender age of three. Luca was also incredibly intelligent, especially when it came to math problems. He could solve simple equations with ease and was always eager to learn more. Despite his tough exterior, Luca had a soft spot for his family and would do anything to protect them.

Aria, on the other hand, was a sweet and gentle soul. She had inherited Lily's delicate features, bright smile, and soft skin. Aria was a free spirit, always getting into mischief and mayhem, but she was also incredibly smart in her own way. She had a creative streak, loving art, music, and dance. Aria was also very sensitive, often getting upset when yelled at or scolded. She was a fragile flower, needing gentle care and nurturing to bloom.

As they sat down to dinner one evening, Lily turned to Leo with a smile. "Can you believe it's been three years since our wedding?" she asked.

Leo smiled back, his eyes shining with love. "It feels like just yesterday we were exchanging our vows and dancing under the stars," he said.

Lily's heart skipped a beat as she remembered their romantic wedding day. She leaned over and kissed Leo, feeling grateful for the love they shared.

As they finished dinner, Cindy and Maria, their maids, quickly cleared the table and began to load the dishwasher.

Luca and Aria began to get restless, eager to get back to their playtime. "Mommy, can we watch a movie now?" Luca asked, looking up at Lily with big, hopeful eyes.

Lily smiled and nodded. "Of course, baby. Let's pick out a movie and snuggle up on the couch."

And with that, the evening slipped into a cozy routine of movie night, snacks, and quality time together as a family.

The next morning, the sun shone brightly through the windows of the family's luxurious home. Lily woke up early, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated after a good night's sleep. She stretched her arms and yawned, then swung her legs over the side of the bed.

Leo, who was still fast asleep, stirred and opened his eyes. "Good morning, beautiful," he said, smiling at Lily.

Lily smiled back and leaned over to kiss him. "Good morning, handsome," she replied.

Just then, the sound of tiny footsteps could be heard coming from the hallway. Luca and Aria burst into the room, giggling and chattering excitedly.

"Mommy, Mommy! We're hungry!" Aria exclaimed.

Luca nodded in agreement. "Yeah, Mommy, can we have pancakes for breakfast?"

Lily laughed and scooped up her twins in a big hug. "Of course, babies. We'll have pancakes and fresh fruit. Let's go downstairs and see what Cindy and Maria have prepared for us."

As they made their way downstairs to the kitchen, the delicious smell of freshly cooked pancakes wafted through the air, making everyone's stomach growl with anticipation.

As they pulled up to the school, Luca and Aria looked out the window with interest. The school was a beautiful, sprawling building with a big playground and a colorful mural on the side.

Luca nodded thoughtfully. "This school looks nice."

Aria agreed. "Yeah, I like the swings and slides."

Mrs. Jenkins smiled and helped the twins out of the car. "Okay, kids! Let's go inside and meet your teacher."

As they walked into the school, Luca and Aria walked confidently beside Mrs. Jenkins, taking in their new surroundings. They were used to being in large, impressive buildings, having grown up in their family's luxurious home.

Their teacher, Mrs. Smith, greeted them with a warm smile. "Welcome, Luca and Aria! I'm so glad you're here. Let's get you settled in and started on our first day of adventures!"

As Mrs. Jenkins hugged the twins goodbye and headed back out to the car, Luca and Aria looked at each other and smiled. They were ready to take on this new chapter in their lives.

At recess, Aria was eager to check out the swings, racing over to them with a squeal of excitement. Luca followed close behind, observing from a distance as Aria began to pump her legs, soaring higher and higher.

But as Aria swung, a boy named Max began to tease her. "You think you're so cool on the swings?" he sneered, pushing Aria's swing roughly.

Aria's eyes widened in fear as she lost her balance, but Luca was quick to react. He charged over, his eyes blazing with anger. "Leave my sister alone," he growled, his fists clenched.

Max, taken aback by Luca's fierce demeanor, took a step back. But he didn't back down. "Or what?" he sneered.

Luca didn't hesitate. He charged at Max, his fists flying. The two boys crashed to the ground, punching and kicking each other.

Miss Stella, the recess monitor, rushed over, her face stern. "What's going on here?" she shouted.

But before anyone could explain, Miss Stella's eyes landed on Luca and Aria. She had never seen them before, and she didn't know their background as the Moretti twins.

"Luca, Aria, stop fighting right now!" she shouted, grabbing Luca's arm and pulling him away from Max.

But Luca was still furious, his eyes blazing with anger. "He was bothering my sister!" he protested.

Miss Stella didn't listen. She turned to Max, who was standing quietly, a smug look on his face. "Are you okay, Max?" she asked, concern etched on her face.

Max nodded, still smiling. "Yeah, I'm fine."

Miss Stella turned back to Luca and Aria, her expression stern. "I'm calling your parents to come and pick you up. You're both going home for the day."

Aria's eyes widened in fear, but Luca just shrugged. He knew that his parents would take care of everything.

As Miss Stella escorted Luca and Aria to the office, Max's mom, Betty, appeared out of nowhere, her face twisted with anger.

"What happened?" she demanded, her eyes scanning the scene.

Miss Stella quickly filled her in, leaving out the part about Max teasing Aria. "Luca and Aria attacked Max without provocation," she said, her voice firm.

Betty's face turned red with rage. "Those children are a menace!" she shouted. "I demand that they be expelled!"

Miss Stella nodded in agreement. "I'll make sure to speak with the principal," she said.

Just then, the office door burst open and Leo Moretti walked in, his face stern. "What's going on here?" he demanded.

Betty's eyes narrowed. "And who are you?" she asked, her voice dripping with disdain.

Leo's eyes flashed with anger, but he kept his cool. "I'm Luca and Aria's father," he said, his voice firm.

Miss Stella's eyes widened in surprise. "Oh, I didn't know you were... um... associated with the school," she said, trying to place Leo.

Betty snorted. "Well, whoever you are, you need to control your children. They're a menace!"

Leo's eyes turned cold, but he didn't respond. Instead, he turned to Miss Stella. "I'd like to speak with the principal, please."

Miss Stella scoffed. "Of course go look for him yourself."

Just then, Max's dad, Ryan, walked in, looking sheepish. "B-b-boss," he stuttered, his eyes wide with surprise.

Leo's eyes narrowed. "Ryan, what's going on here?" he demanded.

Ryan hesitated, still stuttering. "I-I-I didn't know...Luca and Aria were...your kids."

Betty and Miss Stella exchanged a confused glance. "Wait, who is this man?" Betty asked, her voice rising.

Ryan's eyes darted to Leo, then back to Betty. "H-h-he's... um... my boss," he stuttered.

Betty's eyes widened in surprise, and Miss Stella's face turned bright red with embarrassment...

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