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Claim by the Don Chapter 38
Ava p.ovI came out of the bathroom with a towel around my chest after a well deserved warm bath, The room was empty, I had half expected to see Vince on the bed with his laptop or even on the couch. But he isn't, maybe he step out for breakfast or probably to make a call or something.I shrug and make my way to the walk in closet at the other side of the room, rummaging through my things looking for something light to wear. Since the weather outside is boiling, ok, I exaggerated that but the sun is hot.I settle for a short that stop at mid-thigh and a plain tank top, I skip down the stairs to the kitchen as my stomach rumbling warning me to feed it. Entering the kitchen, I stop at the door staring as a middle-aged woman runs about shakingly setting the dinning table.Vince who sat at the head of the table was he busy with his phone, oblivious of how frightened the woman is by his presence. I walk in taking a seat beside Vince, his gaze left his phone and settled on me, I look away b
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Ava p.o.v"Ah, you did make it alive, Dario was positive you would, guess he was right after all." Tricia Puff out air of relief."You thought I wouldn't make it, didn't you?" I eyed her.This is our first quiet moment alone, since Vince was so determined to lock me up in his beach house and keeping me glued to his side. I had to follow him everywhere he went, bathroom, study, closet, everywhere. I was frustrated, I even went as far as begging him to let me out for some fresh air but he won't budge, claiming I had disobeyed him by leaving the house when he told me not to.Please is walking to the sea side leaving the house? For Christ sake I was still in his property.The only reason I'm sitting here in a five star restaurant with Tricia, is because Vince is here for business and since I'm his personal bodyguard I tagged along."Don't give me that eye, did you not see his angry scary face that day? It's was like a volcano ready to erupt." Tricia spoke earning a giggle from me."It's w
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Ava p.o.vI woke up to the sound of birds chirping happily.My eyes open slowly, adjusting to the bright sunlight that seeped into the room from the window.A gentle breeze created by the ceiling fan softly brushed my hair into my face causing a chill to sweep over me. I snuggled up against Vince's firm chest seeking warmth from his body heat.I peek up at the man sleeping soundly beside me, He is sleeping on his back, partially covered by the comforter leaving his brain freezing strong abs in display, with one hand behind his head resting on a pillow.He looked so much more handsome when he slept. Vince's sharp features were more relaxed- lips slightly parted, Vince's disheveled obsidian- black hair fell in his face, falling slightly over his arched eyebrows that gave him a Stern and focus expression.Angular jaw that was perfectly framed by little dark stubble that must have grown over these few days. Although they gave a striking facial features that added to his steely demeanor, b
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Fully clothed and my strength fully restored, I decided to make breakfast since we haven't had anything to eat and the rain is still pouring. And hard.Vince has made it somewhat a tradition to take us out for breakfast for the past week, and then show me around for a while. And I have to say it did help a lot in our relationship, we've come closer to each other and much more open minded to each other.Once Vince insist I should be free with him and speak up my mind when ever I feel it, and him on the other hand has become less controlling and demanding giving me chance to make my own choices.It's the sweetest thing he's has done and my heart swollen seeing him trying to adjust, it's not easy for him as he has always be the one calling the shots but he's trying for our relationship and for me.Seeing him trying to make things easier for us which I know didn't settle well with him always makes my heart flutter and my stomach filled with butterflies.I think I'm falling for him.Snappi
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AvaIt would be difficult for me to describe how I felt at the moment. Obviously, a form of anger was starting to build from within me.I should be terrified, petrified even and to speak the truth I am. But my anger is much more than anything other thing.My anger is directed to Vince and his rivals, I'm angry at Vince for having too many enemies and his enemies for making me their main target.What I don't understand is why.Why me, why am I the main target. I just don't get it, why using me as a bait to get to Vince. If they want to fight with Vince why not go directly instead of endangering innocent people.I'm just an ordinary girl living an ordinary life before Vince came along, now I have to look over my shoulder Everytime I'm out. I'm not sure if I'm safe in our own home.This isn't what I planned for, it's not want I sighed up for. All I wanted was a peaceful and quiet life, why can't I have that, why am I placed in the middle of these chaos.I don't want this.I don't think I
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My gaze move from my phone to the door, I watch as Vince quietly walks into the room. He made a pause and frown when he stare at the empty bed, like he was expecting me to sit on it waiting for his arrival like an obedient little girl.Well jokes on him! I grinned.If only I could just jump on him attacking with blows for locking me in, but I know he would soon notice my presence and just like that his gaze swept the place and locked on mine.I saw his tensed features visibly relax, and he walks further into the room. Quickly, I stood up denying him access to the closet. He has been drenched from the rain, although the rain ended an hour ago and his clothes weren't dripping with water anymore, but he was still soaked."You can't just keep me lock in here as it's pleases you!" No reply, all I got in response was a raised of eyebrow."It's very..... Very foolish!" I said still no reply, instead he turned on his heels and walk straight to the bathroom leaving standing here like an idiot.
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Ava p.o.vI collapsed on the hard wooden floor completely exhausted and breathless, my limbs ache and every parts of my body hurts like hell. I remain laying there on my stomach not wanting to stand up, my bones are too weak for any more movements plus I find it relaxing here.My breathing is hard, short and fast. My throat is dried to the point it's almost sore, sighing in contentment as I felt at peace laying on the floor and gathering my strength.I had just finished jogging eight laps around the perimeter of the big Field that lay behind the beach house. I just want to lay here and sleep to God knows when, The door open and shut disturbing my peaceful rest."Donna." I grunt and turn to Luca, my personal trainer and one of Vince most trusted men. Luca would easily passed as a giant, his stature is quite intimidating. He is tall, very tall easily towering over my 5'4 standing at six feet, large and extremely tense bulging muscles.There's is a five inches long scar across his left e
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Ava p.o.vI stared at the center of the water which we were miles away from and watched the breeze caress it, creating an an uproar as the waves crashed against each other.A small gentle smile spread on my lips, it was one of contentment and awe. Watching the waves flowing tho and fro gave me a sense of serenity.Sighing, I slumped against the headrest of the seat bore out of my mind. And waiting anxiously for us to get home, I've missed everyone; my family, my friends and that consist of only Nate since Tricia was with me all this while, although we don't get to see each other often but we did sometimes, which are when Vince wants us to.I didn't really gave it much thought, since we were on our honeymoon and it was supposed to be only the two of us, no friends or family but I'm glad Tricia came along.Then again I miss school and most importantly for some reason I miss Marco more than anyone and anything, and I cannot wait to see him as if he's a part of me. I find it weird because
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Melanie’s POVPhoebe went all out with dinner. She made a spread that was enough to feed a small army.“There’s no way we’ll be able to finish what you made,” I told her when I saw how much food she had made.There was roast beef, potatoes, and steamed broccoli with what I knew to be her homemade gravy. Just like Alice, Phoebe was a great cook, so I knew everything she made was certainly delicious.Adriano pulled out a seat for her at the seat of dining table and did the same for me and she gave me a knowing smile when his back was turned to us.I knew what the smile was for. He was rich and also a gentleman. Could he be any more perfect?“Everything looks so good, Phoebe,” Adriano said once he’d taken a seat across from me.“Thank you, Adriano,” she replied. “At least someone appreciates the dinner I made.”I sighed, now he was making me look bad. “You know how much I enjoy your cooking, I’
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Melanie’s POV“Are you ready for this?” I asked.“That’s an unnecessary question, little nurse,” Adriano said. “Are we doing this or not.”“I just need a few minutes to get in character,” she said.Adriano chuckled but remained silent while I tried to steady my breathing. It was Saturday evening and we were currently parked in the parking lot of my apartment complex. Phoebe had called me earlier in the day to ask if, Adriano had any allergies or something he didn’t eat.I didn’t have the answer to that question but I figured he ate anything, considering the kind of guy he was so I told her no.Now I wondered if I did the right thing. Maybe I should have asked him, but I avoided him all day until it was time to leave.“Do you have any allergies?” I asked.“Huh?”“Phoebe called earlier wanting to know if you had any allergies and I told her you didn’t,” I explained.Adria
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Melanie’s POVAlice's words stayed with me all day. I’ve spent so much time believing that, Adriano had taken away my choice I had never stopped to wonder if I gave up too easily.Did I really have the option to make a different choice or could I give in to my new reality and be content with it?The thought of going back to the house didn't really fill me with dread like before when I was still new to his house.But apart from restricting my movement, he had treated me nicely. I ate well, slept in comfort, and got freaking chauffeured to work, even though I hadn't gotten used to the last part.Every time I demanded anything from, Adriano, it felt like I was making a deal with the devil, in exchange for my soul.It didn't help that he kept making me flustered when I was around him, causing me to act out of character.Nevertheless, I called, Phoebe and informed her of the plan to visit du
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Melanie’s POVIt’s been well over an hour and I was pacing outside, Adriano’s study, debating whether I should do it or not.There was also the fact that I was nervous about being alone with him in an enclosed space.You can do this, Melanie. The worst he can do is say no. There's absolutely nothing to be worried about.I didn’t know how effective the pep talk I was giving myself was but I guess I had to try.I finally stopped pacing, took in a deep breath, and let it out through my mouth. Just as I raised my hand to knock on the door, it was flung open.I jerked back in surprise while Adriano was smirking at me.“If you pace anymore, there might just be a dent on the floor and we don’t want that, do we, little nurse?”Great. Now I’ve gone and embarrassed myself before I even said anything. But…“How did you know I was outside?” I asked.“You don’t exactly walk quietly,
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Melanie’s POVI went about my usual routine when I got to the house. Took a shower and went downstairs to have dinner with, Alice.Alice, with her mother-hen nature, didn't fail to notice that something was off about me. I quickly learned that there was no hiding your feelings from her, at least I was sure of mine.She was just so attentive to details. It was the kind of trait that couldn’t be taught, but was a part of a person and, Alice was certainly one of those people that got the trait.“You know I’m only going to keep asking you what’s wrong, right?” Alice said. “Why can’t you just take my word for it and leave it at that?” I asked.“Because you’re acting a bit jittery. Like you’re about to jump off your skin,” she said. “Why? Are you scared of something or someone?”I shook my head. “No, it’s nothing of the sort,” I answered.“Then tell me what it is?”“It’s just that I might have gott
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Melanie’s POVI pushed my confrontation with Lydia out of my mind and focused on getting through the rest of my shift which thankfully, went without any major incidents.I had just changed out of my scrubs and was on my out of the changing room when I got a call from, Phoebe.Phoebe was a sweet, old lady that lived on the same floor of my apartment. She also had a cat named, Orange and I usually helped her watch her cat.My stomach was dipped with nerves. It's been a while since she's seen or spoken to me so I knew why she was calling. What the hell was I going to tell her? It was obvious I hadn’t moved out but I’ve been MIA for weeks. I was surprised she hadn’t even called earlier. However, I was more annoyed with myself for forgetting about her.I had a mind to avoid, Phoebe’s call but I knew she was only going to keep calling so I accepted the call and put it to my ear.“Hi, Phoebe,” I greeted.
