Chapter 55Aurora's POV Staying at home and preparing meals was actually easier than waking up earlier than usual to prepare for class even though my body craved two extra hours of sleep. Amidst the stress that came with it, I was happy doing something that I loved. After the class I'd be able to cook professionally. Though other cooks had gone through culinary school for more than a year, Mrs Fernandez thought me to be talented so she said that I didn't need all of that. I was very proficient and I just needed a professional touch. Demetrio was quiet beside me as he drove me to class. Matteo made him my bodyguard since he didn't want me to be in danger of being attacked and also to ward off young men who might want to talk to me. I wasn't comfortable with him being around me all the time so we both agreed that he'd be invisible, watching me from the corners. "So, when did you get inducted into the Outfit?" I asked, feeling uneasy with the silence that reigned in the car.
Chapter 56Aurora's POV I was flabbergasted and totally at loss of what to say or do to placate Matteo. If I'd known that everything was a set up I would have completely avoided Nicholas. At this juncture, I wasn't even sure that his name was Nicholas. A rap sound resonated at the door but I wasn't ready to receive anyone. I just wanted to be on my own and think of what to do about the set up. "Can't I be alone in peace?" I yelled, my voice croaky and filled with tiredness. But it was apparent that the person didn't want to listen to me. The door pushed open and the lights turned on and I jerked up the bed, pulling the robe closer to my chest as Ginevra made her way towards me with a teasing smirk on her face. Everything made sense to me at that point…she was the one who framed me and I didn't need to ask why. "You should be happy now, Ginevra. Why don't you go to the club and party all night to celebrate your win?" I sneered but she made a tsking sound that further ann
Chapter 57Matteo's POV I stood by the window pane, sipping the coffee that Ginevra had brewed for me. My thoughts still revolved around the discovery from last night and I imagined Aurora kissing another man and probably allowing him to touch her like I did. I cringed at the thought of it, but then, there was picture to show that she had done something like that. It was these same thoughts that drove me to one of my club and nearly made me to cheat on her. Nearly. But I couldn't push through even though I tried. She didn't smell like Aurora, neither did her eyes shine like Aurora's smokey grey eyes. I kept comparing the both of them till I left the club angrily and now I was doing the same thing. A knock disrupted me from my thoughts, eliciting a hissing sound from my lips. "Don't come in, Ginevra. I don't need you right now." I yelled but the door still pushed open with Angelo smirking at me as he approached me. "I'm not your nanny, Matteo." He joked and I felt like slap
Chapter 58Matteo's POV "It's so nice to see you uptight with another woman while I'm here shriveling in pain." Aurora yelled in rage, not minding that I was Capo and the fact that we were in front of my men. I loved the defiant part of her, but I wasn't in the mood for it. Besides, Francesco was waiting for me. "What are you talking about?" I asked with a blank look on his face. "The blonde woman of course. Your eyes were all over her body yet you preach to me about loyalty. For how long will I sing it to you like a rhyme that I didn't kiss him or have anything to do with him?" She snarled, stomping her foot on the ground like a little child. "I'll find out about that soon." I replied casually and dipped my hands into the pockets of my pants. I wanted to trust her but it proved so hard to do that when I kept remembering the picture. I could only hope that I wasn't making a mistake by doubting her. "Oh yea. Good luck with that, while I find a good young man and maybe do
Chapter 59Aurora's POV I wish I had fulfilled my promise of making out with another man, but I couldn't as their faces felt repulsive and looked nothing like the only handsome man that I'd ever known. Matteo had not just captured my body but my soul and everything that concerned me as well. Demetrio made the day better by taking me to places I asked him to. We went to a park and I had a medium cup of strawberry ice cream, later on I had a pack of potato chips which made me forget my troubles at some point. We were returning home and we had almost gotten to our street when dread settled in the pit of my stomach. The past few days had been worse with Matteo ignoring me and treating me worse than his servant. At least his servants got his attention when needed. He didn't even ask how I was feeling or if my pregnancy was making me uncomfortable. Then I imagined how he would feel if the truth came out. Demetrio's phone rang a little loudly, by the pursing of his lips I knew that
Chapter 60Aurora's POV The morning was bright and bubbly as Sofia's wedding had finally come. I was so excited for her; my aunt, Danilo's mother and myself stayed in her room while her make-up artist did what she knew how to do best on her face. We were all dressed save for the bride who had to look perfect. I'd never seen a more happy bride and sometimes I wondered if she had forgotten that she was getting married to a member of the Outfit. Giselle's fear was put aside as Danilo proved to her daily that she loved her. My stomach rumbled with bile rising up my throat slowly. So far, my stomach wasn't showing yet I chose a short flare dress with lace long sleeves. It had a sweetheart neckline which I preferred. I tried to ignore the nauseous feeling that gnawed in my stomach but it wasn't working. "Excuse me, please. I'll be right back." I rushed out of the room without waiting for a response and headed to the bathroom where I retched violently. My eyes turned dizzy and I
Chapter 61Aurora's POV It's my birthday, another reminder that I was getting older and my life was filled with lies that could destroy everything good I had with Matteo. I stayed put on the bed and stretched out, my mind whirling with several thoughts. The door made a creaking sound and pushed open causing my eyes to flash open. Matteo's lips were stretched in a smile as he advanced towards me with a tray in one hand and his other hand at his back. "Happy birthday, my queen." He greeted me and planted a light kiss on my lips. "You remembered?" I asked, my brows rising in astonishment. "I almost did but Giselle mentioned it last night so I decided to do something special for you. Giselle and I made breakfast, and here it is." He said and dropped the tray on the bed then produced a bouquet of fresh red roses which he hid behind him. I brought it close to my nose, the scent exhilarating and relaxing. "This is so beautiful, Matteo. What have I done to deserve you?" My voice
Chapter 62Aurora's POV "You look so beautiful," Aunt Giselle commented as she helped me with my make up and I couldn't agree less. "I didn't know that you were this talented, you should make a career out of this," I suggested, enjoying my new look. My wild auburn hair had been packed into a slick bun with some strands at the front curled to give me an innocent look. My make up was subtle and charming and so was my dress; a flowing turquoise blue dress with a halter neck design. It suited me perfectly, hugging every curve that I possessed. I was sure that I'd never looked this beautiful in my life and somehow I felt that something good was going to happen to me. "I'll think of that. Angelo and I are making plans for several things, but I'll consider this. Meanwhile, this is one of my birthday gifts to you for being a very good niece. You know how much I love you." She said as I made a puppy face. "I love you too, aunty." The door suddenly pushed open with Sofia glaring at