So, where did the sisters decide to go, you may ask? Well, to answer that, we must step into another story—a story that begins all the way in Japan with the Kumo family.

The Kumo family was the most influential and wealthy family in all of Japan. They were known not only for their vast fortune but also for their deep roots in tradition and culture. Their name carried weight, their influence reaching far beyond the borders of Japan. The head of the family, Katsuro Kumo, was a man of great power and respect, a shrewd businessman who had built an empire spanning industries from finance to shipping. His wife, Hana, was a woman of grace and elegance, known for her philanthropy and dedication to preserving Japan’s cultural heritage. And let’s not forget their sole heir, young Fuyuki Kumo.

Fuyuki was a kind teenage boy, always polite and considerate, especially to those less fortunate than himself. However, that kindness did not always translate into making the best choices, which naturally caused his parents concern. Fuyuki had a tendency to get involved in situations that, while well-intentioned, often led to trouble. His heart was in the right place, but his youthful naivety sometimes blinded him to the consequences of his actions.

Katsuro and Hana loved their son dearly, but they were often caught between pride in his compassion and frustration over his impulsiveness. They knew he had a good heart, but they also knew that the world he would one day inherit was not kind to those who made mistakes. The weight of the Kumo legacy rested heavily on Fuyuki’s shoulders, and his parents feared that his softness might be seen as weakness in the ruthless world of business and power they operated within.

And that’s where the Astrinos sisters come in. Having just immigrated from Greece, Adara Astrinos saw an opportunity in young Fuyuki—charming, handsome, naive, wealthy, and her exact age. With the weight of protecting her sisters and creating a new life for them in a foreign land, Adara quickly recognized that Fuyuki could be the key to securing their future.

Adara’s resilience and determination, born out of necessity, led her to pursue Fuyuki. She was drawn to his kindness, but she also understood the potential safety and stability he could offer. Fuyuki, for his part, was captivated by Adara’s beauty and the air of mystery that surrounded her. It wasn’t long before the two began spending more time together, their lives intertwining in ways that would change both of them forever.

And that, my friends, is how my mother ended up dating my father, Fuyuki Kumo. But as with all stories involving secrets, nothing is ever as simple as it seems.

Adara, however, ever the smart young woman, knew Fuyuki would only inherit his wealth when his parents passed away or when he proved himself capable of handling the Kumo empire. Knowing that Fuyuki's soft heart made him ill-prepared for the ruthless business world, Adara began to subtly influence him, guiding his decisions in ways that would slowly but surely lead to a shift in his mindset.

She encouraged Fuyuki to take risks, to be more assertive in his dealings, and to question the traditional ways his father had always adhered to. At first, these changes were minor—decisions about small investments or charity projects—but over time, Fuyuki began to adopt a more aggressive approach, one that would put him in direct conflict with his father.

The tension between father and son grew, with Katsuro becoming increasingly concerned about Fuyuki's newfound boldness. He was unaware that Adara was the one planting these seeds, whispering in Fuyuki's ear, and shaping his decisions. Katsuro saw only a son who was rapidly changing, becoming someone he barely recognized—a son who seemed to be challenging him for control of the Kumo legacy.

It all came to a head one fateful night when Fuyuki, emboldened by Adara’s influence, made a drastic decision. He proposed a risky business move that Katsuro vehemently opposed. The argument that ensued was unlike any they had before, with harsh words and accusations flying between father and son.

In the heat of the moment, Fuyuki said something that couldn’t be taken back—a statement that questioned his father’s ability to lead the family into the future. The words hung in the air like a blade poised to strike, and in that moment, something in Katsuro broke. He saw in his son not just a challenge, but a threat—a threat that had to be neutralized.

But before Katsuro could act, fate intervened. The stress of the confrontation triggered a heart attack, and Katsuro collapsed before Fuyuki's eyes. The moment was surreal, the life ebbing from the man who had built the Kumo empire, leaving Fuyuki standing there, shocked and guilt-ridden.

Hana, devastated by the loss of her husband, was in no condition to take over the family business. The responsibility fell squarely on Fuyuki's shoulders, making him the sole heir and head of the Kumo empire far sooner than anyone had anticipated.

And so, through a series of events set into motion by Adara's subtle influence, Fuyuki found himself inheriting the vast Kumo fortune and the immense power that came with it. But the price of this inheritance was steep—Katsuro’s death haunted Fuyuki, and the weight of his new responsibilities threatened to crush him.

Due to inheriting the business, Fuyuki was forced to marry Adara earlier than planned, a decision that would ripple through both families in unexpected ways. The union of the Kumo and Astrino families was meant to symbolize strength and unity, but it also masked the growing tension beneath the surface.

And if you think the drama from the families stopped there, you're very wrong. Because as Fuyuki grappled with his newfound power, Adara faced a revelation of her own—a revelation that would complicate their lives even further.

You see, Adara had not only secured her place in the Kumo family but had also unknowingly set the stage for a new generation. For, in that very moment, two drama makers were brewing in Adara’s womb—twins who would inherit not just the Kumo fortune, but also the secrets and ambitions of their parents.