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Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance The Full Story
The next time she looked up from stabilizing Luca, Alessia was surprised to find Nicolai no longer standing behind her though when she glanced around, she found Vadim standing sentinel at the front door. She'd been so engrossed with her brother she hadn't even heard him come in.Sighing heavily, she slipped off her bloody gloves and stood. Sergei followed her lead on the other side of the narrow bed. "Thank you for all your help, Sergei." Her lips quirked up in a half smile. "You made an excellent nurse." Alessia turned away stifling a laugh when she saw the normally scary Bratva soldier blush. "You are very impressive as well, doctor. I was honored to assist with your brother."Throwing her gloves in the trash bag assigned for biohazard, she shot a quick glance at Vadim across the room before returning to Sergei and lowering her voice. "Do we know exactly what happened t the prison? Why Luca was jumped?"She knew Nicolai wouldn't directly lie to her, but she also knew he would leave
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Distrust
Alessia rushed back to the bed. "Luca," she said, wiping his hair from his sweaty brow. "How are you feeling now? Are you having any pain?""Alessia, what's going on?" he murmured, his voice weak. "Who are these people? Where am I?"Leaning down, her eyes filled with a mix of love and worry. "You were attacked in the prison yard, Luca. You were badly hurt but you're going to be fine. You're safe now."Luca's expression darkened as he focused over Alessia's shoulder. "Who's this thug?" He tried to sit up, his movements weak and uncoordinated. "Who are you? Where are we?"Alessia pressed a gentle hand to his chest, urging him to lie back down. "Please, Luca, don't try to move. You need to rest. I'll explain everything, but right now, you need to focus on getting better."Luca's eyes narrowed, but he complied, sinking back onto the pillow with a pained sigh. "You better start explaining. I deserve to know what's going on.""I will make us some coffee," Sergei offered, leaving the room fo
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Formidable
Alessia returned to Luca's room, her heart heavy with the weight of the secrets and the danger her brother was now entangled in. She sat down beside him, her eyes tracing the lines of his face, now marred by bruises and cuts. His chest rose and fell steadily, the pain medication keeping him in a restful state. She took his hand, holding it tightly as if her touch could somehow transfer strength and protection to him.As she watched over him, her mind drifted back to Nicolai and the conversation they had just had. She loved him deeply, but the violence and danger that came with his world were overwhelming. She understood why Luca was so angry and confused, but she also knew that there was no turning back now. They were all in this together, and they would have to find a way to navigate the treacherous waters of the Bratva and Dmitri's vindictive pursuits.A soft knock at the door interrupted her thoughts. Vadim stood there, his massive form filling the doorway. "Pakhan requests to see
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Consequences
The next morning, Alessia woke up to an empty bed, the sun seeping through the curtains casting a warm glow on the cool sheets. Stretching, she glanced at the clock on the bedside table—9:17 am. She must have slept heavily; the exhaustion and emotional turmoil of the past few days had taken their toll.She padded barefoot into the en suite bathroom, the opulent setting still feeling somewhat alien despite her previous night in it with Nicolai. The events played back in her mind as she turned on the shower and adjusted the temperature to her liking. Stepping under the warm cascade, she allowed the water to wash away the remnants of her tumultuous emotions and the residual sweat from her and Nicolai’s lovemaking.After drying off and dressing in fresh clothes, chosen from the wardrobe Nicolai had specially curated for her, she headed to the guest room where Luca was resting. She found Luca awake, sitting up in bed, his expression a mix of anger and confusion. Sergei stood sentinel outsi
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Intelligence
A few restless nights later, Nicolai found himself pacing the confines of his office, the weight of his responsibilities pulling harder at him with each passing hour. The scent of old leather and cigar smoke clung to the air like a melancholic mist, reminding him of the choices he had made.The secure line to his ear beeped, an echoing sound that reverberated through the silent apartment. He knew who it was before even listening—Sergei."Nicolai, we've found something. There's a safe house that seems to be one of Dmitri's hideouts. It’s heavily guarded, but I think we may have found the right place.""How sure are you?" Nicolai questioned, his grip tightening unconsciously on his desk’s edge."The intel lines up with what we’ve gathered from our informants," Sergei replied, his voice gruff but certain."Good. We get in, we hit hard," Nicolai stated without hesitation. This was the break they'd been waiting for. "Where is it located?""It’s an old industrial complex, abandoned for year
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Ambush
Distractedly rubbing his St. Nicolas medal between his finger, Nicolai watched the darkened streets as the SUV rumbled farther into more and more dilapidated of the city. The hidden safehouse where Alessia slept was in a sketchy area by design, but this area was even worse. It reminded him of growing up in the poor areas of Stalingrad. Before his father had found him after his mother had died and he had been thrown into the lavish lifestyle of Bratva bosses and unlimited power, he'd lived in a place eerily similar to his current surroundings. The cracked sidewalks and broken windows he passed reminded him why he had embraced his father's lifestyle despite being surrounded by violence and danger. He, his mother, and his sister were crammed in a one-bedroom flat with no hot water and electricity only occasionally. The clothes, the jewelry, the way people bowed and scrapped to his father all appealed to him. He'd embraced the life.He had no illusions of the kind of man he was or the vi
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Firefight
The alley, narrow and choked with shadows, was a grim stage for a confrontation long in the making. The air hung heavy with the acrid smell of gunpowder and the tang of impending rain, a fitting backdrop for the storm about to break between two brothers.Nicolai reacted instinctively, his finger tightening on the trigger as he sent a barrage of bullets hurtling toward his brother. The muzzle flash lit up the alley like lightning, casting stark, fleeting shadows on the damp walls. Dmitri's body jerked with each impact, a look of shock and pain crossing his face as the bullets found their mark. He faltered, dropping to one knee, but his hatred, a dark and twisted force, continued to fuel him. With a guttural growl, he returned one shot then two, the sound echoing off the walls like thunder."Give it up, Dmitri. You're done!" Nicolai called, his voice a ragged shout as he took cover behind the corner of a red brick building. The building, scarred by time and neglect, provided a stark con
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Alive
Nicolai's eyes fluttered open, his vision swimming into focus as he registered the slow, steady beep of machines and the sterile, almost acrid scent of a hospital room. The harsh fluorescent lights overhead buzzed softly, casting the room in a cold, uninviting glow. His body ached, a symphony of pains playing out across his limbs, with the sharpest note being the throbbing reminder of the bullet wound in his shoulder. He could feel the stiff pull of stitches beneath the thick bandages wrapping his shoulder and chest, and every slight movement sent a fresh wave of discomfort coursing through him.He took a moment to absorb his surroundings, his eyes tracing the cracks in the stark white walls and the faded blue curtains drawn around his bed. A small blue box on a stand holding several IVs loomed over him, the clear tubes snaking down to where they were was taped securely to the back of his hand and the back of his forearm. Beside him, a monitor tracked his vital signs, the peaks and va
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Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Epilogue
Nicolai sipped his coffee as he gazed out the master suite's windows and watched staff running around like ants below getting ready for today's events. Good. Everyone should be busy. Everything had to be perfect.Today, he would make Alessia his wife.The thought sent a frisson of excitement and nerves through him. After a lifetime of violence and isolation, he had found a modicum of peace, and love. He'd also found a reason to build something beyond his criminal empire. Alessia had become the center of his world, her light guiding him out of the shadows he had inhabited for so long.A knock at the door pulled him from his thoughts, and he turned to see Sergei enter, looking uncharacteristically nervous in his new suit."Everything is almost ready, boss," Sergei reported. "The guests are starting to arrive."Nicolai nodded, straightening his tie. "And Taylor?"A small smile tugged at Sergei's lips. "She's with the doctor, helping her get ready."Nicolai studied his lieutenant, noting t
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Endings and Beginnings
Nicolai stood at his office window, the weight of Viktor's letter heavy in his pocket. The past weeks had brought revelations that shook his world, yet also cemented what he'd known in his heart - family was everything. Not just blood, but the bonds forged through loyalty...and even love.He turned as Alessia entered, her presence bringing light to the room as always. She moved to his side, fitting perfectly under his arm as they looked out over the city together."I heard the surgeon cleared you today," she said softly. "Your shoulder's fully healed.""Da," he replied, his hand moving to touch the spot where his brother's bullet had torn through flesh and muscle. It was not one hundred percent, still stiff and his strength wasn't completely back but it no longer pained him. The physical wound had healed, but the betrayal still burned."And Boris? How is he doing?""Better. Taylor says he'll make a full recovery." Alessia leaned into him slightly. "She's good at what she does.""Like
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance A Dark Man
Back at the safe house, Alessia and Taylor waited anxiously for news of the operation. The hours ticked by slowly, each minute feeling like an eternity as they worried about the men they cared for.Finally, the sound of approaching vehicles filled the air, and moments later, Nicolai and his men entered the safe house, their faces etched with fatigue but also a sense of relief.Alessia rushed to Nicolai's side, her eyes searching his for answers. "Did you find the weapons?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Nicolai nodded, his arm wrapping around her waist as he pulled her close. "We found them. And we found Dmitri too. He's dead, poisoned by his own hand."Alessia let out a sigh of relief, her body sagging against Nicolai's. "It's finally over," she murmured, her voice filled with a mixture of relief and exhaustion.Taylor stepped forward, her expression grave. "What about the weapons? How do we dispose of them safely?"Sergei moved to her side, his hand resting gently on h
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance The Chase
Nicolai stood in the center of the war room, surrounded by his most trusted men. Sergei stood to his right, bearing a fresh scar along his jaw, a reminder of the recent skirmish with Dmitri's men. The air was thick with tension, the weight of their impending mission heavy on everyone's shoulders."Dmitri has crossed a line," Nicolai began, his voice steady and commanding. "His greed and ambition have led him to acquire chemical weapons, intending to use them against not just us, but innocent people as well."A collective murmur of disbelief and anger rippled through the room. The brotherhood had its dark sides, but the thought of using such deadly weapons against civilians was abhorrent even to the hardest of them."We have to stop him," Nicolai continued. "And we need to find these weapons before it's too late."Sergei stepped forward, laying out a map on the table. "Our informants have narrowed down the possible locations of the weapons to three warehouses in the industrial district.
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Confessions
The tension in the room thickened as everyone processed the weight of the decision before them. The stakes had suddenly become much higher than a family feud or a struggle for power within the brotherhood. Thousands of innocent lives hung in the balance. The room fell into a heavy silence as everyone absorbed the gravity of the situation. Finally, Vadim spoke up from his position near the door."We could split into teams," he suggested, his tactical mind already working. "One group to verify the storage unit's contents, another to reconnoiter the warehouse.""No splitting up," Nicolai said firmly. "That's exactly what Dmitri would want - to divide our forces, make us vulnerable.""Then how do we proceed?" Taylor asked, her mind already calculating medical supplies they might need if things went wrong.Sergei moved closer to the group, though his gun remained trained on their visitors. "We need more intelligence before we move. These two can be questioned separately - compare their sto
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Escape
She strained against the businessman's grip, hoping to attract Sergei's attention. "Let me go! Do you know who I am? Nicolai will have your head if he catches you.The businessman tightened his grip, pulling her away from the cage by the rope that bound her hands in front of her and toward the shadows. "Tais-toi, you foolish girl. Do you think anyone here cares if you scream?"She struggled anew knowing at least one person did. Her eyes locked on Sergei for a brief moment. The figure hesitated, his eyes flicking between her and the men around them. Then, with a subtle nod, he disappeared into the night."Fuck you!" she cried, her voice echoing in the warehouse as she struggled against his, desperate to buy Nicolai's me some time to rescue her from this madness.Suddenly, the Frenchman slapped her hard across the face, and she stumbled, the taste of blood filling her mouth."Salope!" he growled, yanking toward the waiting SUV.Alessia's eyes watered from the pain, but she refused to sh
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance For Sale
Alessia's heart sank as Dmitri led her toward a large cage in the corner of the room. The cage was enclosed by thick metal bars and occupied by a group of women huddled together. Their eyes widened as she approached, a mix of fear and desperation clouding their gazes.She was pushed into the cage, the impact sending a jolt through her body. The women shuffled aside, making room for her, and she stumbled into their midst, her eyes scanning the surroundings. The cage was large enough to accommodate them all, but the space was cramped and stifling. A sickening feeling settled in her stomach as she realized these women must have been brought here against their will, just like her.Outside the cage, Dmitri's men continued their grim preparations. Alessia's eyes welled with tears when she recognized some of Nicolai's guards among them, their faces beaten and bruised. She couldn't help but wonder what had happened to Nicolai, if he was even alive. The cage was lit by a single bulb, its hars
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance All On the Table
The tension in the room thickened as everyone processed the weight of the decision before them. The stakes had suddenly become much higher than a family feud or a struggle for power within the brotherhood. Thousands of innocent lives hung in the balance. The room fell into a heavy silence as everyone absorbed the gravity of the situation. Finally, Vadim spoke up from his position near the door."We could split into teams," he suggested, his tactical mind already working. "One group to verify the storage unit's contents, another to reconnoiter the warehouse.""No splitting up," Nicolai said firmly. "That's exactly what Dmitri would want - to divide our forces, make us vulnerable.""Then how do we proceed?" Taylor asked, her mind already calculating medical supplies they might need if things went wrong.Sergei moved closer to the group, though his gun remained trained on their visitors. "We need more intelligence before we move. These two can be questioned separately - compare their stor
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance WMD
One night, as Nicolai and Alessia were huddled over maps and documents in the safe house's main room, a sudden knock at the door startled everyone. Sergei moved quickly, pulling out his gun and positioning himself by the door. Nicolai signaled for Taylor and Alessia to stay back as he cautiously approached the entryway from the side where he could not be seen.Sergei peered through the peephole, then waved Vadim to flank him before exchanging a glance with Nicolai who had pulled a weapon but disappeared into the corner shadows before Sergei opened the door. Two men, both dressed in dark clothing and wearing wary expressions, stood on the other side."We're here to see Nicolai," one of the men said, his voice tense, his accent thick.Sergei eyed them warily. "Who are you?""We've come from Dmitri's organization," the other man said, his gaze darting nervously around the room. "We want to defect. Dmitri—he's unhinged. He's going to destroy everything if he's not stopped."Nodding at Vad
