Chapter 47

In that moment, Isabela's father realized the man standing before him was no ordinary person — he was the most powerful businessman in Spain. Once he recognized who Leonardo was, Isabela's father completely changed his posture.

"So you're the famous Leonardo Albuquerque?" he said, trying to smile. "I think there's been a misunderstanding. This girl has always been difficult..."

Isabela lowered her head.

But the man continued.

"She's been causing problems since she was young. Never was an exemplary daughter. She was always a nobody who only brought shame..."

Leonardo clenched his fists.

"Shut your mouth."

The man laughed with disdain.

"I'm just telling the truth."

The punch came so fast that no one could react.

Isabela's father hit the ground, completely dazed.

Everyone fell silent.

Leonardo stared down at him, his eyes full of fury.

"Never speak about her that way again."

The man tried to get up.

"You don't know who she is..."

"I know exactly who she is," Leonardo interrupted. "I know she's a strong, honest woman who spent years suffering because of people like you."

Alicia then stepped forward, flashing a suggestive smile.

"Leonardo, maybe we could have a better conversation. I'm sure I could show you that—"

"Don't even finish that sentence."

His voice came out cold as ice.

"You disgust me. A woman who accepts and admits to stealing her own sister's diploma and dreams — what kind of human being do you think you are?"

Her smile vanished immediately.

Leonardo then turned to the security guards.

"Remove this trash from my property."

Without argument, the men moved in.

"Wait!" the stepmother shouted.

"We're leaving!"

"And you'll keep leaving," Leonardo replied. "Because if any of you come near Isabela again, I'll personally make sure you regret it. And as for you, sir — think carefully about the cruelties you committed against your daughter, because if you're not smart enough to stay away from her, I'll make everything come back to haunt all three of you. Every single…