Chills ran down her spine, accompanied by a burst of adrenaline. Even with how sore she felt, her p*ssy still clenched and throbbed at the sound of his voice. His touch... The warmth in his eyes... His scent filled her nostrils and did funny things to her stomach. "Time to take a shower" Sergio announced and took his fingers off her. Rosana mourned the loss of his warm touch but didn't utter a word. She tried to get up from the bed but he stopped her. "I will take care of you" "I can take care of myself" "Of course you can" He smirked and looked down at her legs. "But I am not sure they agree with you. I think they are out of commission" "And guess who is responsible for that" "No one else but me, Bambolina" He smirked and picked her up from the bed in a bridal style. He took her into the bathroom and placed her gently inside the bathtub. "What are you doing?" She asked when he took off his t-shirt and made for his pants. "Taking care of you" She gulped hard and tried not to d
Lucretia woke up with a beautiful smile on her face and proceeded to take a shower. That was one of the few mornings she woke up feeling extremely happy and relaxed. The last time she felt this way was on her graduation morning, five years ago when she received her admission letter into college. Sadly, the happiness was short-lived because that was the same day she was taken by Grasso's men. That was the same day she was turned into a s*x slave. She erased the sad thoughts from her mind and started taking her bath.It was a surprise she could still walk properly after the ordeal Enzo had put her through the previous night. After they left the clubhouse, he had taken her to one of the famous Italian Cuisines where they had lunch together and later drove around town. They got back home in the evening but Enzo had to leave for an important meeting.When he returned at midnight, he took a cool shower and joined her on the bed, filling her up with his cøck from behind. He was slow and gent
Rosana could only stare at the tiny bump on her stomach as prolonged and general silence followed. Then the shock snatched the air from her lungs, as she stood unblinking, trying to process what she had just been told. Vicenta, the Mistress was pregnant with Sergio's child? Her head swam with disbelief and heat scorched her cheeks. No, she was never going to believe that. Vicenta was probably making that up to spite her, Rosana concluded as her lips pinched to form a hard line. She was not going to entertain any form of lies from her and that was it!"Oh, you know that looks pretty" Rosana chuckled lightly and dragged her eyes from her stomach to her face. "Did you by any chance swallow a chinchilla rabbit? And how big was it?"Vicenta glared at her and balled her fists. What was with this woman? She wondered and gritted her teeth. Even after revealing her baby bump that had started shooting out, she didn't still believe her. Had she gone blind and crazy all of a sudden? "I would su
•••UNITED STATES OF AMERICA••• Lucretia looked at her reflection in the mirror and saw a version of herself that had been long buried. Instead of the dull, pain-filled eyes, it was now clear as the day with a glint of happiness behind it. Her face didn't look pale any longer. It now had a little bit of color and was more defined. Before, a day wouldn't pass without her getting a mark on her skin but now, it was all clear and flawless, except for the hickeys Enzo had planted on her neck, shoulders, and chest. Her skin flushed as she remembered all the times they made out over the past few days. It was always hot, breathtaking, and one that left her craving for more. After telling the little story about his past, Enzo left her to finish her breakfast while he made some arrangements. After that, he took her to the mall and spent time picking up her clothes, shoes, bags, and accessories. All she had to do was try the clothes on and give him a little but sexy runway. She had turned st
"Hey, um... Good morning" Rosana's little voice broke in and Sergio turned around to find her already dressed for work. "I am leaving for work." "Without breakfast?" It was still very early in the morning. "Yeah, I... I am not hungry. I think I lost appetite" Before Sergio could utter any other word, she brushed past him as quickly as possible and headed towards the awaiting vehicle. Sergio watched her leave but couldn't stop her. Even when his hands itched to hold her back and his legs burned to go after her, he fisted his hands and remained rooted to the spot. She needed space and he was letting her have it in the meantime. Once her time was up, he was going to break down every barrier that was piling up whether she liked it or not. Ville who had been waiting all along bowed and got her bag from her. He opened the door and placed the bag inside before helping her to get in. Rosana muttered something under her breath and Sergio figured she was thanking him. Ville gave a stiff nod
Metallic blue eyes glittered against his tanned skin, and his inky black hair looked like silk gleaming under the light. Over the past week, Rosana had only seen bits of him and that was before scurrying off to avoid getting caught. But now, as she stared at him, she realized he still had the effect of snatching the air from her lungs. As always, he looked dangerously handsome. Deadly Hot. "I... Um, thank you. I had dinner already" That was a lie because she was starving. As she quietly turned around to walk away, his cold voice broke in. "I said—Let's have dinner" Rosana halted at once and turned to look at him. There was no sign of playfulness on his face. Taking a deep breath, she turned around and started walking towards the dining room. When she sighted all the dishes on the table, her tummy growled loudly and she flushed with embarrassment. Quietly, she took the seat beside Sergio's and waited for him to join her on the table. She didn't dare look up at him but could alrea
"Allen!" No, it couldn't be, she said to herself before asking the question that had popped into her mind the moment she saw him. "What are you doing here?" "I... I..." He was speechless. Even after a year of being apart, his heart couldn't stop thumping hard at the sight of her. It felt like a dream. One he'd awaken from with a broken heart all over again. What was she doing there? He wondered with furrowed brows. Rosana watched the expression on his face and sighed. She could see the hurt in his eyes, one that showed he was still in pain after all those months. Deep down, she wished she could explain everything to him. But what difference would it make? "Happy birthday!" He rushed out and chuckled dryly. "You know I would never forget how special this day is to both of... Um... To you!" So he remembered... Rosana thought and smiled nervously. "Thank you" "And... And this is for you" He proffered the present he was holding. "I was about to drop it off with Julie so she could giv
Rosana wasn't even aware of the tension that had suddenly formed in the air. Her only focus was on him, The Ruthless Sergio De Niro, the man she had unknowingly fallen in love with, and how her heart was beating wildly at the sight of him. "Rosana..." Allen's voice broke in behind her and she got back to her senses. She blinked twice and looked up, connecting her eyes with Sergio's dark blazing ones which made her heartbeat seize. "Sergio..." He lowered his eyes to Allen's hands still wrapped around her and glared hard. His jaw ticked. "Get away from him!" "You don't love him, Rosana, you don't have any business to do with him" Allen whispered into her ears again. "Let's get out of here" "Allen, you need to leave, now!!!" "Not without you" He replied and tightened his hold around her even though she tried to get away from him. "You need to leave..." She trailed off when she caught Sergio moving his hand behind him. That could only mean one thing... His gun. "Sergio, no... Ple
EPILOGUE>>PART 2After the handshake, they stood side by side in silence. The unexpected turn of events still shocked Alberto as he couldn't believe everything had gone smoothly, and he was now standing beside the one person he least expected to make amends with.As they stood, a question that had been nagging in his mind popped in and he couldn't resist asking. "About the scar on your chest... Did I do that? During the fight, I mean"More than once, he had caught glimpses of the scar when Enzo trained shirtless. And due to the depth, Alberto couldn't help but wonder if he was responsible for it."Nah. A girl." Enzo replied curtly.Alberto had not anticipated a response, but then, a girl??? Who could she be? What was her relationship with Enzo? The scar seemed too severe to be inflicted by someone Enzo didn't have a deep connection with. Alberto was curious, but he knew better than to pry even when the question still lingered in his mind. Just as they resumed standing in silence, Lucr
EPILOGUETWO YEARS LATER... The lavish table was set with fine china, crystal glasses, and silverware. Golden candelabras adorned the center, casting a warm glow over the spread of meat, steaming dishes, salads, desserts, and fresh fruits. The family had gathered for a grand Thanksgiving celebration with Ville, Carmencita, Lucretia, Alberto, and Alfonso in attendance. The twins, now 7 years old, burst with energy and raced around the dining room, pursuing Enzo. "I'm gonna catch you, Uncle Enzo""And why do you think so?" Enzo asked, breathing heavily as the twins continued their relentless pursuit."Because I'm the fastest""No, you're not," Vincenzo countered, trying hard to overcome his elder brother."I am""You're not!""I am"As the kids kept competing against one another, Alberto watched the commotion with a warm smile on his face, while sipping his whiskey. He hadn't expected an invitation from Sergio and was shocked when he received one. That was the first time he was dinin
Chapter 190Sergio's eyes locked on Rosana's as the air between them crackled with anticipation. It had been far too long since they'd last been intimate, and the tension was undeniable."Rosana." He called out and took a step closer to her. She stood frozen, her heart racing, as his fingers traced the curve of her spine. He gently brushed a strand of hair behind her ear and that sent shivers down her spine. With his eyes never leaving hers, he leaned in and grazed the curve of her neck with his lips. Rosana's eyelids fluttered close as she tilted her head, inviting him deeper. Just as she craved, he trailed kisses along her skin, each one igniting a spark that nearly engulfed her.Moaning quietly, she raised her hand to his chest and felt the warmth of his skin beneath his shirt. She tugged gently and Sergio's lips curved into a smile as he obliged, shedding his shirt to reveal the chiseled contours of his torso.Their eyes met once more, the connection between them wild and electri
As Rosana stepped into the house, she was immediately surrounded by the warm glow of twinkling candles and the sweet fragrance of fresh flowers. Her eyes widened in surprise as she took in the breathtaking sight before her. What could be the occasion? It wasn't the twins' birthday nor was it their marriage anniversary."Welcome home, Mammà!" The twins chimed in unison, their faces lighting up with excitement. They stood in the entrance of the hall, each holding a bouquet of colorful flowers."Oh, thank you, my sweet knights," Rosana responded, her heart swelling with love and gratitude as she knelt to hug them. She then got the flowers and inhaled deeply, taking in the sweet scent."Welcome home, Amore mio. The kids wanted to surprise you. They've been working on this all day" Rosana's eyes met Sergio's, and she felt a flutter in her chest. He was now standing behind the twins with a warm smile on his face and deep down, she knew that this was more than just a sweet gesture from the
Chapter 188A MONTH LATER•••"Things have been getting better. Sergio is slowly putting the past behind him and doesn't avoid me anymore. My favorite time of the day is when he comes home to us."Lucretia's face lit up with a warm smile as she sipped her lemonade. "Oh, that's awesome. I'm thrilled to hear that, Ana, you deserve it."Rosana's expression turned thoughtful, and she inhaled deeply. "I still quiver thinking about how close I came to losing him.""Well, I'm glad you came to your fucking senses and made things right"The two friends lapsed into a comfortable silence, each lost in their own thoughts, reflecting on the twists and turns their lives had taken over the past few years. Lucretia's thoughts drifted back to the rough months that had passed. She remembered the pain and the fear, the sleepless nights and the endless tears. But most of all, she remembered the realization that had hit her like a ton of bricks—Enzo was still alive.She hadn't seen him again since that nig
FEW DAYS LATER>>> AT THE CAPITALThe Mafia men stepped out of the meeting room, dressed in black suits that fitted their muscular bodies perfectly. Their faces were expressionless, hidden behind dark sunglasses as they stepped out of the Capital, disappearing into waiting black vehicles. As the rest of the men left, Alberto hung back, helping Ville and Enzo with some tasks. Within the past few weeks, he had gotten along with Ville and Alfonso, but things were tougher with Enzo. No matter how hard he tried, Enzo either ignored him or gave him a menacing glare that left him shaken. Still, Alberto refused to give up. He was determined to make amends for his past mistakes and earn forgiveness and acceptance, especially from his half-brothers Sergio and Enzo."You should head back home," Ville said to him three hours later. "I'll finish up from here""Yeah... About that... I've got nothing else to do. I'd rather finish up with you than return to that cold empty house"Ville chuckled and l
Sergio paused in front of the bedroom door, his hand hovering over the door knob. He had timed his entrance perfectly, believing Rosana would be fast asleep and he would be spared the agony of avoiding her. Instead, he conjured up an image of watching the gentle rise and fall of her chest while she slept peacefully. He longed to caress her hair and cheek, planting soft kisses on her forehead.Taking a deep breath, he turned the knob and pushed the door open. His expectations were shattered once he met with Rosana standing on the other side, her blue eyes wide and wary. She wasn't asleep, because unlike him, she had been waiting, ready to confront him and have that conversation he had been avoiding. "Bambolina!" Sergio's low and gentle voice washed over her like a gentle caress, triggering a flurry of emotions that left her breathless. Her lips parted, but there were no words. She just stood frozen, staring at him with wide eyes as though he had just emerged from thin air. Time seem
Ville raised an eyebrow, his skepticism, evident. Choosing not to pursue the matter further, he steered the conversation back on track as though there was no interruption. Sergio, too, didn't press for more information because he knew his brother's stubbornness all too well.Feeling thankful that they hadn't pushed the issue, Enzo lowered his gaze in an attempt to avoid Sergio's scrutiny. The truth was too raw and too painful. No matter how hard they pushed, he couldn't bring himself to share it, not now, not ever. He knew the consequences of revealing even a fragment of it and wasn't ready for that. For now, they would remain locked away, hidden behind his stoic facade until he was finally able to erase her and memories of their past. *****Rosana stood at the bedroom window, cradling a glass of wine as she gazed out into the night sky. The evening breeze carried a soothing calm, silencing her mind.She had just finished dinner with the family and Enzo. Seeing that the twins were s
Rio's sleepy eyes fluttered open, drawn to the soft sobs and sniffles that pierced the night air. He spotted Lucretia huddled on the windowsill and immediately scampered off the bed, rushing to her side. "Mammà, what's wrong? Why are you crying?" Lucretia lifted her head, her puffy, teary eyes meeting Rio's concerned face. She hadn't realized he was awake. Quickly wiping away her tears, she forced a fragile smile and pulled him close."It's nothing, amore. I was just... thinking,"Rio's brow furrowed. "Are you hurt, Mammà? You fell on the floor and wouldn't open your eyes.""Oh, that..." Lucretia's voice trembled as she sniffled once more. "I'm sorry, I scared you. I was very tired and just... It will never happen again, I promise."Rio's small arms wrapped tightly around her, offering comfort. Then, suddenly, he pulled back, his eyes widening with curiosity. "Where's Uncle Enzo?"Lucretia froze. How did he know Enzo? "I can be friends with him because he's not a bad man, right?" R