Vincenzo Dante Volkov;The soft smile lighting up her face was utterly enchanting as I handed her a cup of coffee. She bit her lower lip, her cheeks turning a shade as red as ripe tomatoes. โGood morning,โ I murmured, brushing a kiss over her forehead, and she chuckled, her blush deepening.โI know I messed things up yesterdayโฆ Iโm really sorry.โ She pouted, her gaze dropping to the floor. โAre you mad at me?โ she asked softly, her voice almost a whisper. I shook my head, pulling her close.โOf course not,โ I reassured her, feeling her arms tighten around my waist, as though she were seeking shelter in my embrace.Her voice came out barely above a murmur. โWhen are you leaving for work?โI leaned in, a smirk tugging at my lips. โIโm not going to work today,โ I said, watching her eyes light up with surprise. โInstead, weโre going out. Just you and me.โ"Really? But I thought..." she started, uncertainty flashing across her face.I put a finger to her lips, silencing her. "Donโt worry,
Vincenzo Dante Volkov;โOh my god... did you see how fast that thing was moving? I could barely keep up!โ Little Mouse exclaimed as we made our way to the ice cream truck. She giggled, pulling me to the front as if the ice cream would magically run out before we got our turn.โYouโve got to calm down, Little Mouse,โ I teased. โStop acting like such a kid.โ She rolled her eyes at me, clearly enjoying herself."Heyโฆ Iโm really craving some mint ice cream," she said, her eyes practically sparkling with excitement.I raised an eyebrow. Ice cream was one thing, but mint? Not my style."What about you?"She smirked. "I don't think Iโve ever seen you enjoy something sweet."I shrugged, giving her a half-smile. "Iโm more of a whiskey guy, little mouse."She rolled her eyes, unbothered. โUgh, youโre seriously missing out. One mint ice cream for the gentleman!โ she called out to the vendor, way too pleased with herself. The vendor handed it to me, and she watched with way too much interest as I
Victoria Bella Washington;After getting back from the playground and indulging in way too many sweet treats, I started feeling under the weather.Vincenzo had to bathe me in warm water last night and held me close until I drifted off to sleep.This morning, I didnโt even have the energy to get out of bed. I just lay there, cramping and aching. And then, a thought struck me: could this actually be my period?No, it couldnโt beโฆcould it?โLittle Mouseโฆ how are youโโ Vincenzo paused mid-sentence, his eyes flicking to the sheets before a gentle smile tugged at his lips. โYou have blood on the bed sheets,โ he murmured, setting a cup of coffee on the nightstand.โOh noโฆ no way. Not this! Oh my God!โ I stammered, glancing down at my legs in horror. โIโm so sorry! Justโฆ just leave the room for a minute. Iโll clean it up and change the sheetsโreally, Iโm sorry!โโHeyโฆ did I say I was bothered?โ he replied, raising an eyebrow as he stretched out his hand.โWhat?โ I blinked.โLet me help you.โ
Vincenzo Dante Volkov;I waited until Little Mouse was fast asleep before slipping back into the night, where my true work layโeliminating every enemy on my list. It was time to clear the board.One thing Nikolai, my elder brother, drilled into me was to never let anyone see your true self. Keep your moves hidden, your motives buried, and never be predictable.Tonight, top senators had summoned me for a meeting. As the CEO of Russia's most powerful real estate empire, I wielded a certain influence that no politician could ignore. Venom had our men in place already, stationed throughout the building. When the organization directed us to the room, all eyes turned to me the moment I entered. The Volkov name alone commanded a particular fearโand respect."Welcome, Mr. Dante," the state governor greeted me, but his casual use of my middle name made me narrow my gaze at him. Only those with Volkov blood had the right to address me in such a way.I held his stare, letting him feel the weight
Vincenzo Dante Volkov;I stepped inside, and there she wasโlittle mouse curled up on the floor, wincing in pain. It was well past three in the morning, and she shouldโve been fast asleep by now."Hey," I said, dropping my gun on the bed. Her fierce glare shot straight through me, which only made me chuckle; she was oddly adorable when she tried to be intimidating."Whatโs wrong, Your Majesty?" I teased, watching her rise to her feet with a scowl."You left, Vinceโฆjust took off without telling me!" she snapped, voice sharp with frustration.I raised my hands in mock surrender. "Alright, alright... Iโm sorry. It wasnโt the plan, but you know how it is. Busy man and all."I noticed her glare soften for just a second, but it quickly returned, fiercer than before. She crossed her arms, staring me down, clearly in no mood for jokes tonight."Do you prefer your work to me? Because it sure feels like it," she huffed, her voice trembling. "You couldโve at least let me know you were leaving. Bu
Victoria Bella Washington; It's been a whole week, and I still havenโt come to terms with why I acted the way I did that night Vince wasnโt around. I literally acted like a baby who hadnโt had milk in decades. Not to mention that he played alongโor was he being real? He cuddled me until daybreak, made me hot soup, and even gave me a bath. He did this until my period finished. I was utterly shocked. Aren't guys supposed to feel disgusted? You know, blood, vaginas, and all that. What always got me was that he didnโt even flinchโnot when I stained the sheets, cried over absolutely nothing, or blamed my drama on "hormones." He just rolled with it, like dealing with a moody toddler wrapped in a twenty-somethingโs body was totally normal. Today, Vince took me to Prime Estates when the new villa opened. It was evening, and all the young rich men were driving in. Did I forget to mention that the state governor was there, along with a few state officials? This was a gathering of som
Vincenzo Dante Volkov;โUmmโฆโ Little Mouse moaned, as I continued the kiss. This was the same person who acted like she didn't want me seconds ago.Whore!. She would literally do anything for my cock.โVinceโฆโ she tried speaking but I shut her up with another kiss, I took her tongue, sucked on it and kissed her.โWaitโฆVee wait we are in a damn car!โ She said and I smirked deviously. โShould I stop?โโNo, no, don't stop but_โโThat settles it!โ We both stared at each other, breathing the same air. The atmosphere inside the car changed to something more intenseโฆ lust.I lunged at her lips aggressively, giving her no room to object. I moved her closer to me, my hands on her back as I took complete control of the kiss.She moaned right into my mouth, and I lost whatever restraint I had. I pulled back, taking a good look at my little mouse. I released her hair, allowing the blonde wavy curls to bounce on her back, making her look more appealing.Christ!I took off her shirt next. I init
Vincenzo Dante Volkov;"Morning, Boss," Venom greeted, taking the seat across from me. I barely glanced up, still combing through last nightโs files."You run the background check on Juliet?" I asked. He nodded, sliding a folder across the desk, but I didnโt bother looking at it. "Just give me the essentials.""Sheโs an underdog, just as we thought," he replied. My grip on the pen tightened, and I finally looked up, catching his uneasy expression."Something on your mind?" I arched my brow, noting his hesitation. "Out with it, Christopher." The use of his real name brought him to attention."Her boyfriendโs using her as bait," he said, swallowing hard. "Heโs abusive... and heโs the father of her daughterโ"I cut him off with a wave, cold and dismissive. "I donโt care about her miserable life story. Answer the questionโis she an underdog or not? If she is, then eliminate her." I returned to my work, making it clear the discussion was over."Sirโฆ Iโฆ""What?" I snapped, my voice a low gr
It was a long night. Victoria had been in labor for hours, and I could see the exhaustion on her face. Sweat slicked her forehead, and her grip on my hand tightened with each contraction."Easy... easy..." I whispered, trying to keep her calm, but she wasnโt hearing it. She was too focused on the pain."Push!" the nurse said, her voice sharp and clear. Victoria squeezed her eyes shut, letting out a loud cry of frustration."Push! Youโve got this, Victoria," I said, doing my best to be encouraging. She glared at me between breaths."Yeah, right. Youโre the one who put me in this position!" she shot back, her voice strained. I knew better than to argue.The nurse was moving around, adjusting equipment, but I wasnโt going anywhere. I wasnโt about to leave her side. I stood by her, rubbing her back as she gave another push.The nurse gave me a knowing look as she prepared to leave. โWeโll be right outside,โ she said, before heading for the door. But I wasnโt going anywhere.โNo, Iโll stay
Vincenzo Dante Volkov:โYou! You did this!โ the president bellowed, his finger shaking as it pointed at me.I raised my hands, smirking. โEasy now. I didnโt do anything, alright?โโI'm disappointed at the kind of games you've played Mr President. First you tried sabotaging my image, now you plan on killing me?โ Nikoali walked in, he took a glass of wine and drank. โInterestingโฆyou wanted to kill my brother? After everything I've done for you!?โ I asked, shaking my head. โIndeed, you are a fool. What was running through your head!โ Nikolai set the empty glass down with a deliberate clink, his cold eyes never leaving the chaos in the room. "The presidentโs ambition always outweighed his intelligence. I warned you, didnโt I? But you never listen."I stepped forward, my boots clicking against the marble floor as I faced the dying man on the ground. Blood seeped through his shirt, pooling beneath him, yet his defiance still flickered in his eyes.โYou wanted to kill my brother?" I repeat
Vincenzo Dante Volkov:The car pulled over at the grand event hall. I adjusted my suit and stepped out. Nikolai wasnโt answering his calls, and it had been hours.Inside, I searched the room, weaving through the crowd of politicians and officials. Finally, I spotted him on the upper level, speaking to a high-ranking senator.I headed straight for them. Nikolai saw me coming, his expression tightening for a split second before he spoke.โVince,โ he said. โI didnโt think youโd be here this soon.โโClearly,โ I replied.Nikolai excused the senator, and the man left without a word. Once it was just the two of us, I didnโt waste any time. โWhat the hell are you doing here?โโIโve been calling you,โ I said, my voice sharp. โNo answer. I didnโt want to call Dad, Mom, or your wife to tell them your life is in danger.โNikolai raised an eyebrow. โWhat do you mean, โmy life is in dangerโ? Iโm fine, Vince.โโNo, youโre not.โ I stepped closer. โMr. President ordered a one-point-and-shoot strategy
Vincenzo Dante Volkov:"I love how you play these games, Charles. Coming into my house and trying to kill my wife? Really?" I walked toward the man tied to the chair, his face disfigured from repeated punches and his fingers chopped off. He was gagged, of courseโI didnโt want to hear his excuses for trying to harm my wife."What was it? The money? How did you even get into my house with all that security, huh?" I watched as he tried to moveโwas he thinking of running? I couldnโt be sure, but I loved the way fear radiated from his face.He muffled a sound as I gave him a shallow cut across his cheek."Is that a cry?" I muttered, leaning closer, locking eyes with the man tied to the chair. "Alright, just nod. Thatโs all I need from you. Who sent you?"He thrashed, muffling something behind the gag."Oh, right. The gag." I yanked it off, watching as he gasped, blood trickling from his split lip. "Now, talk. Was it the Senator? Yes? No?"His breath hitched, his words tumbling out in a rus
Vincenzo Dante Volkov:The silence between Little Mouse and me was deafening, weighted with all the things Iโd done wrong. Every marriage has its storms, but thisโthis was a hurricane of my own making. She is my goddess, my entire world, and Iโd be a fool to let my thoughtless actions tear apart what we have.I needed to apologizeโnot just with words but with my soul.I walked to her room and knocked gently. The sound barely broke the air, but I knew she heard it. She turned away, her back now to the door, and my heart sank further.She was angry, hurt. I could feel it radiating from her, and I had no one to blame but myself.I stepped inside, my breath heavy with guilt. As I approached the bed, I spoke, my voice raw and trembling with emotion.โBaby,โ I began softly, โIโm sorry. I endangered you and our babies, but most of all, I broke your heart.โThe words caught in my throat, but I pushed on, sinking to my knees beside her. โPlease, forgive me. I canโt go on like this. Itโs tearin
Vincenzo Dante Volkov:Some things never change. I was in my office, going through files and preparing for the next patient. The door opened, and a woman stepped in, followed by a man who looked like he didnโt want to be here.โGood afternoon,โ I said, motioning for them to sit. โIโm Dr. Vincenzo. How can I help today?โโMy name is Gloria,โ the woman said, her voice shaky. โThis is my husband, Daniel. We, uh, just came in for some tests.โI nodded, looking at their files. โAlright, I see the test results are in. Letโs go over them.โShe sat up a little straighter, her hands folded tightly in her lap. โIs something wrong?โI took a deep breath, keeping my tone calm. โGloria, one of the tests shows you have an infectionโit's a sexually transmitted infection.โHer face went blank for a second, like she didnโt quite understand what I said. โWhat? Noโฆ that canโt be right.โThe man, Daniel, shifted uncomfortably in his seat. Gloria looked at him, her voice growing a little more anxious. โDa
Victoria Bella Volkov:"Hello, Miss Volkov," Clara mumbled, setting something on the table. She gave a curt nod to Vincenzo before leaving without another word."Well, that was... brisk," Vincenzo said, raising an eyebrow as he opened the container. "Did you bring me food because you wanted an excuse to check on me?"I smirked. "In your dreams! I just thought you might appreciate a meal." I wandered around his office, glancing at a few things. "It smells just like youโwarm and inviting." I stopped and turned to him. "Anyway, I'm heading home now. I love you.""Oh, baby, I love you too," he said, pulling me in for a soft kiss.I left the hospital with a smile. Let me tell you, at least two nurses couldnโt stop staring at me.I was sure they thought Vincenzo was single. How dare he look so handsome? A flicker of annoyance bubbled up inside me, though I guess I was just being paranoid.Once in the car, I sighed, wishing he could stop working altogether. I wanted him to myselfโonly to mys
Victoria Bella Volkov:"I think this little boy wants to come out so fast!" I muttered, rubbing my baby bump. I was in just my underwear, lying on Tiger's lap."Yeah, I can't wait to kiss them," Vincenzo replied, scrolling through his phone. He wasnโt paying much attention to me."Hey, are you looking at or texting a girl? Why are you acting so busy?" I said, pinching his leg."I am busy, and I'm not texting any girls. Why would I text a girl when you're here?" he asked, kissing my head. "Alright... I'm just trying to get some vital information from the President's daughter, Clara.""I knew it!" I half-yelled, sitting up. "I knew that girl was going to be a hard time for me and you...""Easy, easy, cupcakes." He put down his phone. "I'm just trying to set things right. I have nothing to do with that blonde girl.""You sure...?""Iโm as sure as my name!"Vincenzo left a few minutes later to take his night bath, while I stayed on the balcony, watching the stars. That seems to be my favo
Vincenzo Dante VolkovThe room was dimly lit, the air thick with smoke and the unshakable scent of betrayal. Power-hungry men sat around the table, their shadows stretching across the walls like predators circling prey."Are you accusing me of ordering the destruction of your properties and goods?" the President asked, his voice steady but his gaze sharp. I exhaled slowly, meeting his eyes with an unreadable expression."If you claim to have left the world of power, shouldnโt the loss of illegal weapons mean nothing to you?" he added, leaning back in his chair, his tone laced with challenge."Ah," I murmured, tilting my head slightly. "I see where this is going. But tread carefullyโฆ Donโt forget, Iโm the reasonโ""Youโre not the reason, Mr. Volkov," he snapped, cutting me off. "The reason Iโm the President isnโt because of you or the power your family handed me. No, itโs because I chose this. I had the zeal, the drive, to become who I am!"I let a small, cold smile creep across my fac