'You're mine alone...,' Leo whispered, his breath fanning my earlobes and giving me goosebumps, but I couldn't ignore the wetness between my legs as he called my name in the most sensual and commanding way, 'Lexi!!' *** Lexi Gabe is forced into going in a contract marriage with Leonardo Morano, the ruthless Don of the Morano crime family in a bid to avoid marrying Luca Morano, Leonardo's cousin and rival. As Lexi surrenders to Leo's protection, their arrangement evolves from duty to desire. But there's something else: a one night stand she's had before the marriage leads to her getting pregnant to a mysterious masked stranger. Who is this stranger? And what about Leo? How would he take this news? Will the stranger show up? Then comes... A secret.. A secret neither Leo nor Lexi could handle.. A Life-threatening Secret.
Lihat lebih banyakLeonardo's POV.“Don,” I said as I placed my phone on my ear. I crossed my legs as I rested my back on the couch in the living room.“Ah…Leo son, how are you?” Don Morano answered over the line.“Good.” There was a deep frown on my face.“Crazy night last night, uhn.” He said.“Yeah.”“I'm sure you're already on it.”“Of course,” I answered. Already on it. It was always expected of me.“Where are you? I’m in need of your advice.” I asked, twirling the half filled glass cup in my left hand.“Ahh…don't tell me you're having cold feet about being the next Don?” He asked in an amused tone.“I'm afraid that's it.” I said.“Hmm, alright. Meet me at Passion Pit. Let's clear your fears.” He said.“Alright, I'll be there.” I hung up, tossing my phone aside and downing my glass in a go.Grayson's words echoed in my fucking head. It has been messing with my head all day long.“Shit!” I yelled, smashing the glass cup on the ground. Its shattering sound filled the air.I raked my hair with my hand
Leonardo's POV.My eyes narrowed, my teeth grinding together as I pinned her to the wall.“I think that's a lie!” She spat and I growled, my grip around her wrist intensifying.I relished at the sight of her wincing in pain.“Don't cross me, citizen! You don't know what I'm capable of!” I seethed.No one has dared to ever trespass me like this. Even gangs trembled at the mention of my name, yet this…this little thing I got married to dared to speak back at me.“I know you're thinking that I should be afraid of you. But guess what, I've been living a life of hell for as long as I can remember, nothing scares me!” She shot at me, her eyes shooting daggers.A brief smile cracked my lips. She had guts, I will give her that. But that must break in my house.“You must have done your research. You’ve heard about what I did in Chicago, the way I took over the city. If you love yourself, I believe you should fear that man because he is standing right in front of you.” I conveyed dangerously.I
Lexi's POV.Seven years ago…“You can sit next to me.” The boy with jet black hair, sitting at the back of the bus offered. The subtle smile on one corner of his lips somehow made him look more endearing. I was compelled to blush.I took the side next to the window so I could get myself lost in the passing streets. Every now and then, I would turn my head and somehow, I would meet this guy's gaze. Every single time, my face would turn pink.Even with all the subtle chemistry going on between us, we did not say a word to each other. He did help me with my bags when we all alighted at college.I dragged my bags and boxes to my dorm room, feeling like a lost soul in an uncharted territory.After hours of settling in, I decided to head to my first class. But it seemed I had made a wrong decision, finding the correct lecture theatre was another puzzle for me to crack.I was walking along the hallway, checking the tags on each of the doors I walked past, trying to locate the one my class
Lexi's POV.My face grew pale, my heart stopped as my eyes remained on the lifeless body lying just right there.“Le…Leo?” I muttered, my lips quivered and my hands trembled. All my focus seemed to be centered on him, everyone else zoomed out.Oh no! Was he…“Hey!” I flinched as a hand grabbed my arm roughly. My heart leaped and for a brief second, I thought I was next.But when I looked up and saw the familiar face of my husband, relief flooded my heart. He was alive…what a delight!“But…” I muttered, wondering who was lying dead on the ground. I looked at the body that still laid there, with nobody seeming to care. They were all busy running around, trying to find the exit.“Lexi!” Leonardo yelled out my name again, pushing me, with my shoulder down. “You need to get out of here!” He said in an urgent tone. “Come on!” Then he pulled my arm and dragged me through the crowd of panicked folks.“Keep your head low!” He said and I bent as low as I could get as we rushed towards the exit
Lexi's POVFuck! I banged the door over and over, but there was no answer from the other side.Just who in this godforsaken world locked me in?I ran my hand through my hair, which was already getting wet due to perspiration.The heat here was intense. Even my dress stuck to my chest.I waved my hand back and forth at my face, trying to blow some air on my face.I noticed something dropping from my hand; my knuckles hurt.Shit, I was still bleeding.I tore some tissue paper and cleaned it up.Then I rinsed off my knuckles before wiping them with tissue again.I would have to tend to that properly.But first, I had to find a way to get the hell out of here."Come on, somebody! Anybody, open the damned door!" I bellowed, annoyance evident in my tone, as I advanced towards the door to bang it once more.However, I was taken aback when it was thrown open without warning."Oh, thank..." my voice hung in my throat as I laid my eyes on the man standing before me.I stumbled backward a few pa
Lexi's POVThe car pulled up in front of a grandiose white building. I peeped through the car window, taking in the magnificent lights that lit up the palace-like building.There was no doubt this Mr. Russo guy was just as wealthy as the Moranos, maybe even more."Are you getting down or not?" Leonardo asked in a grumpy tone.I muttered an apology as I fumbled through my handbag.My side of the door was opened, and I alighted the vehicle.There were numbers of vehicles lined up in the same place Leonardo's limo was parked.I gripped my bag, fighting off the anxiety that was setting in."I can do this," I muttered and exhaled."Don't forget what Grayson told you," Leonardo's voice broke into my mind.I nodded without facing him.He started moving, and I followed.As we walked side by side, I glanced at his right arm before sliding mine around his.I felt him stiffen, and his gaze was on me."You told me to put on a good act," I quickly explained.Luckily, I felt his arm relax a bit, an
Lexi's POV"Welcome back, Mrs. Morano," Old Man Frank, the butler, greeted me as I stepped into the mansion."Thank you," I answered with a warm smile.He returned with a slight nod. "Is there anything you'll need, ma'am?"I shook my head as I kicked off my heels. They had been hurting for hours."No, thank you. I'm okay," I said, picking up the heels and walking past Frank.I headed to my room to change. Immediately I got in and tossed my heels and handbag aside, I crashed on the bed, sighing heavily.I had been out all day helping my parents. The bodyguards I hired for them a week ago were giving me good news, as there had been no form of danger hurled at Mom and Dad since then.But the nanny I hired for them had a problem. She claimed she couldn't take care of two sick old people all by herself and needed a helping hand.Today, I spent it searching for another nanny. Good thing I found one; else all this exhaustion would have been for nothing.I was glad to see my parents doing gr
Lexi's POV"If it isn't the future Lady of the Morano Mafia group!" Luca exclaimed, his arms spread widely. "Boo!!!" The other men echoed, their voices reverberating through the walls.I rolled my eyes as I walked in with newfound confidence. Let's get this over with."Like I said," I said, slamming the bag on the table before him, "I have your money!"Luca glanced at the bag with an unimpressed expression. He rested his back and folded his arms. A smirk formed on his lips as he spoke."Well, I'm not surprised you were able to fetch this sum of money in such a short while. Given your background, I'm sure going to extreme lengths to get what you want is a tradition." Luca said, a cheeky smile on his lips.Gosh, how I hated it when he did that!"It's a way of life," I remarked."Hmm," he sat up, "Why don't you sit down and tell me something...?""I'm not sitting! Take your damn money and leave me alone!" I half-yelled, gritting my teeth and fisting my hands.An instant gunshot echoed, s
Leonardo's POV.“Boss.” One of the workers greeted me as he passed. I simply responded with a nod.I stood rigid with my arms crossed as I watched the workers unloading boxes off some trucks into the fortress.Those were just the new arrivals that would be sold in a few days. I'm certain that even when all the trucks are unloaded, not a quarter of the fortress will be filled.I was there when Don Morano acquired the land. Back when I was still fresh into the underground business. About thirteen years ago. I hadn't even thought of becoming the sottocapo back then.And back then, the fortress was nothing but one of our simple warehouses for storing goods. But now, it was…well, our fortress.“Leo,” I turned my head and saw Grayson walking up to me.“The location of the docks ambush survivor has been acquired.” He informed me in a whisper.I nodded. “Good, get the car ready to move in thirty minutes. Just me and you.” I ordered and he left.I heaved a sigh and was about to take a seat whe
Lexi's POV.“Get your ass here, Lexi! A customer needs to be served!” I heard Brody's irritating voice through the loud booms of music.I scoffed as I made my way to the counter to collect a tray of exotic alcohol, not forgetting to shoot the disgusting manager a glare.“To the Exclusives. Mind you, these ones like ‘em slender.” Brody said with a snicker and I rolled my eyes.I weaved myself through the crowd of drunk and lust driven people in a practiced manner. Even though it was still early in the night, this casino was already almost full to the brim.One of the reasons why it was the best casino club in the city.I went up to the Exclusive lounge, where the richest amongst the rich were. Contrary to the Gaming Hall, a fine serenade was being played, adding to its posh tranquillity.I spotted a group of men sitting behind a grandiose ceramic table. They all oozed of power and dangerous authority.However, my stomach churned the moment I saw him. They called him “Terrore de Luca”. ...
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