The delay

She was irritated the moment she saw Mr. Benaldo. She feels like throwing up because her stomach is empty.

He hugged her tightly and warmly while holding her arms. The visitor applauded as she made an effort to control her smile.

After releasing her from his tight embrace, he grinned and kissed his teeth.

Where the hell is that dickhead, anyway? He is taking his time. He muttered something, and Amelia realized he wasn't the groom from that.

Wait, aren't you the one getting married to me? She asked frantically as she wiped away her tears.

"No, I'm not. Nevertheless, I can't wait to call a stunning damsel like you my daughter-in-law,” he grinned.

As she looked around, she questioned, "So where is he?" 

He laughed as he remarked, "I have no idea where that fool is."

Everyone began to wonder why the groom's father was speaking briefly with the bride and why the groom hadn't arrived.

“ What happened to your son, Mr. Benaldo? Everyone is waiting for him." Most likely worn out from waiting and waiting. commented the priest.

He said in a low voice, making the priest shudder, "If you don't wait for him to arrive, I might shoot you in the skull with a fucking bullet."

"Wait, he has a son?" Everyone turned to look at Zoey as they heard her surprised tone.

Her father gently asked, shaking her, "Will you shut your mouth?

Ace Luna's arrival was delayed for nearly an hour by everyone. They began to appear worn out and disappointed, so they made the decision to leave.

"Let's enjoy a little entertainment while we wait." After Mr. Benaldo spoke, the musicians began to play.

The large glass door suddenly opened, allowing Ace Luna and his armed bodyguards to enter.

As always, he was stunning. He donned his shades and stood majestically in front of the priest and his alleged bride.

Everyone flushed as he passed, but especially the ladies and young girls. They didn't stop praising him as the most attractive man alive.

"At last," 

The priest sighed in relief as soon as he saw Ace. 

"Why did it take so long?" Ace declined to respond to Mr. Benaldo's angry whispers.

"Please, let's finish this up." Ace spoke while turning away from his bride. 

"Wait, that's who that bastard is going to marry?!" Zoey yelled while standing up and gushing over at Ace.

"Will you please fuck off?" I'm tired of putting up with your nonsense. Amelia retaliated furiously.

This man with Aqua blue eyes and heavenly sculpting caught her attention. She let out a gasp as she admired him. She found it hard to believe he was the future husband-to-be.

Before getting snappy, he began with prayers.

“ As well as Amelia Peterson, Ace Luna Benaldo. Let me remind you both that your future happiness depends on your shared kindness, patience, and confidence. and affection. It is It is each of your responsibilities to find your greatest joy in the company of the other and to keep in mind that the love you have sworn to one another today must endure forever. " After saying this, he began to allow the couples to take the oath together and put their rings on.

Ace did not, however, kiss Amelia. He didn't do anything more than give her a quick kiss on the cheek.

Both of the couples were unhappy. Amelia felt uneasy as Ace continued to give her a cold stare.

As the refreshments began, the wedding went smoothly. Amelia made her way over to her family and sat next to her dad.

Zoey was still enraged as she recalled missing out on the chance to wed a wealthy, attractive man.

“ This doesn't seem fair. Why does she have to always have the best?” She moaned while enviously glaring at Amelia.

"Really? You're grumbling right now? When we told you that you were getting married to him, what happened, huh?” Her father reprimanded.

“ I didn't realize he wanted me to wed his son. If not, I would have wed instead of her. Oh no, I missed the perfect chance. " She rolled her eyes at Amelia while pouting dejectedly.

In reference to his wife, Mr. Peterson remarked, "What a spoiled brat you've raised."

"Now that she has been spoiled by me? Will you not try to hide the fact that you give her more of your time and money than I do? I'm to blame now. " She retaliated angrily.

"Please stop, dad and mom. The visitor will question your behavior. " Amelia gurgled and turned to look at Ace, who was enjoying a beer next to his father.

He is very attractive, but she has a gut feeling that he is more dangerous than his father.

Zoey was with Clinton. He felt bad about what he had done. He was consumed with guilt and was unable to look Amelia in the eyes.

He wanted to say sorry, but then he remembered that she was married, and the mafia would kill him if he got too close.

Except for those who stayed to feast after the wedding, everyone left for their respective homes.

Amelia was emotional and exhausted when she realized she was returning home with the Mafia she had been terrified of. her charming husband.

When her family bade her farewell, she wasn't pleased. She sobbed as she witnessed her world coming to an end. She is fiercely hated by the husband she married.

Her belongings were kept in the car that was meant for the two of them in the trunk.

She was able to enter after the bodyguard unlocked the door. She did, and as she saw Ace Luna, a slight breeze of coolness entered her body.

Instead of turning to look at her, he was looking through his phone. She was happy he refrained from doing that.

She sniffled while wiping away a few tiny tears from her face.

The vehicle started, and the driver accelerated. Ace caught her attention as she admired the divinely created person sitting next to her, a small pout on his cool, handsome face.

"Are you going to stare at me the rest of the night?" She shook her head in terror and turned to the window as he huffed angrily.

She sighed and made a conscious effort not to look at him, choosing instead to focus on the vibrant city of Las Vegas, including the buildings, passersby, hotels, motels, and casinos.

It was so lovely, but she was sad because she was tied to the mafia boss, who made her nervous.

A short while later,

The strong arm of Ace Luna severely shook Amelia. She dozed off. She was agitated as a result of the wedding's stress and the lack of sleep and rest she had been getting.

"Fuck off," Both she and he used possessive language.

When she pouted, a massive mansion made of pure gold appeared in front of her. She was both amazed and surprised. She had never seen a mansion as lavish or as beautiful as this one.

She stepped on a surface that was covered in fine, real marbles. The fact that her reflection was visible was intriguing.

A few girls wearing the same uniform as the lady ran out after her in a short, dainty form. They rushed over and gave them a respectful bow. 

At the same time they were blushing and terrified. He didn't give a damn despite the fact that it is clear they are crushing Ace.

All of them bowed and said, "Welcome, boss."

He said icily, "take her and her things to her room," and they obeyed.

"Brother!" He was embraced by a gorgeous blonde who had just run outside. He developed a warm expression, and Amelia was impressed by the way he stretched his hands in the direction of the female calling him brother. She was perplexed, but she thought they were siblings.

She mistakenly believed Carlo Benaldo had only one child, him. With a sigh, she followed the maid outside. As she ascended the broad, substantial spiral of golden stairs, she couldn't stop staring at everything.

She kept my things and said, "We're we are, Miss," bowing slightly.

She started setting up her clothes in Amelia's closet after bringing them.

Her bedroom is the same size as her bathroom because the room is so big and spacious. The walls were painted in shades of black, purple, and gold.

She watched the maid perform her duties as she sat on her large, comfortable bed. Her eyes were hazy from exhaustion. 

She said with a bow, "I'm done, mistress."

Amelia sneered, removing her black stiletto, "Cut the formalities and call me Amelia."

She said, pouting in fear, "It is forbidden Miss, the boss will kill us if we address you by your name."

"Look, For a woman like you, calling me Mistress is awkward. If we are alone, could you kindly refer to me as Amelia instead of calling me Mistress in front of everyone else? In response, the maid nodded.

Okay, could I have your name please?

“Anne.”

“Is there anything I can do for you, Miss?” she inquired. 

"No, I'm fine. I want to be left alone. " Anne sighed and walked away after Amelia responded. Amelia grimaced and got out of bed, heading for the restroom. She smiled as she exhaled at the spacious bathroom. There were many gadgets that she was unable to use.

She stepped into the shower after taking off her long, black dress. She felt her porcelain skin cool down in the warm water. While enjoying how the water soothed her soft porcelain skin, she exhaled.

……

" Ace, why don't you like her? She's gorgeous. "Every guy would kill to have a beautiful lady like her.,”  his sister Larisa said excitedly.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               

 “Just keep your mouth shut. Do you really want to wed her? Your stupid father did. Do you really want to marry her? You stupid father did.”

He said out of rage. He was unable to stop drinking. He sipped the tequila from the entire bottle as Larisa watched. 

He dislikes being bound to someone, especially a complete stranger, and he was somewhat relieved of that. Every time he reminded himself of his new wife, he felt irritated.

"You're not going to do something terrible to her, are you? " Observing the slight smirk on his face, she questioned.

“Oh, please, could you stop being so dramatic? She is currently in my trap.” She must abide by my rules, and then I will treat her however I please. Surely that's what married couples do? A simple evil grin appeared as his eyes darkened.

"Ace, from what I can tell, that woman isn't interested in getting married to you. Moreover, she gave the impression that she was under pressure. She is not at fault for being your wife because she also opposes this. Don't harm her in any way as a result. " She continued, maintaining a worried look.

She was unable to imagine the horrible scene in which Ace invited some whores to his mansion, slept with them, and then killed them after paying them.

Not even his father was able to stop him from doing that. If he could do that to whores, she couldn't imagine what he would do to his new wife.

"Do I fucking look like a child to you? Carlo Benaldo cannot stop me from doing what I want in my mansion. he stated. He's probably drunk right now.

He threw the bottle against the wall, where it was cleaned by a housekeeper. Since this wasn't the first, second, or third time he had done this in front of her, Larisa no longer felt threatened.

She only knows that her brother is a large, dangerous, and attractive criminal.