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Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Neutralizing the Threat
Nicolai ascended the staircase with a stealthy tread, his gun drawn and his senses heightened with every creaking step. He could feel the weight of protecting Alessia heavy on his heart, making every corner a potential threat and every shadow a potential ambush. The fourth-floor landing loomed in his vision as he reached the final step.He pressed against the wall, listening intently for any sounds coming from the other side of the door. The steady drone of a television leaked through, masking any other noises that might betray movement within. With a deep breath, he kicked the door open, his gun aimed at the ready.Inside, two men were perched on a worn-out sofa, their eyes glued to the television. The room reflected a haphazard mess of takeout containers and empty beer cans scattered across the floor. The lingering aroma of grease and alcohol permeated the air. Their guns were resting casually on the coffee table nearby.The men jumped at the sudden intrusion, their eyes widening wi
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance No Matter What It Takes
Alessia's mouth opened in shock. "Nicolai, I can't stay here indefinitely. I have a job. The hospital needs me."Nicolai's jaw clenched, and his eyes hardened into chips of cold steel. "Alessia, you're not understanding the gravity of the situation. Dmitri is not just going to give up. He'll keep coming after you. I will not let him get his hands on you again. I cannot."She met his gaze, her own eyes flashing with anger. "And I can't just give up my life, Nicolai. I have responsibilities. People depend on me."Nicolai's frustration boiled over. "And I have responsibilities too, Alessia. To keep you safe. To make sure that madman never touches you again."Her ire flared, matching his, and she stepped back, her voice sharp. "I won't be a prisoner, Nicolai. I won't let fear dictate my life."Nicolai's expression darkened, his jaw popping in rage. He stepped closer, his voice a low growl. "You think this is about fear? This is about survival, Alessia. Dmitri will not stop until he has yo
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Wrong Answer
Nicolai's thoughts were a storm of urgency and concern as he followed Sergei through the dimly lit warehouse. The air was thick with the smell of oil and damp concrete, the hum of machinery a distant echo. They approached a reinforced door at the end of the corridor, the cold, metallic thud of their footsteps echoing ominously through the desolate space.Sergei nodded to the guards stationed outside the interrogation room. They stepped aside, allowing them entry. Inside, Vadim and Ravim stood watch over the two bound men from Dmitri's operation. The captives were tied to chairs, their faces bruised and bloodied from their earlier encounter with Nicolai."Anything yet?" Nicolai asked, a crisp edge to his voice as he surveyed the grim scene."No, Pakhan. They're not talking," Vadim replied, his jaw set in a hard line.Nicolai stepped closer to the captives, his eyes narrowing as he inspected their injuries. "You already know the drill. I will ask once more. What are Dmitri's plans? Wher
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Clean Me of the Night's Sins
With newfound resolve, Nicolai made his way back to the upstairs apartment where Alessia was staying. As he entered the secure area, he could practically feel her anger radiating through the walls. He braced himself, knowing that this conversation would be challenging but necessary.He found Alessia sitting on the couch, her arms crossed over her chest, her eyes hard and locked onto a book in her lap. She refused to look up when he entered and he knew she was not really reading whatever it was she had in her hand."Maya zaychika," he said, his voice steady as he approached her.He could see her knuckles turning white where she gripped the edges of the hardback in her hand. The book with a title in Russian, which he knew she couldn't read. "I have nothing to say to you, Nicolai."Nicolai sat down beside her, a respectful distance between them. "I understand your anger, Alessia. I never should have threatened your brother. I let my fear of losing you twist my judgment. I was wrong."Ale
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Wash Me, Love Me
Alessia nodded, taking a soft cloth and creating a lather with the spicy-smelling bodywash. Her cheeks pinked as she surveyed him briefly before wiping away all the speckles of red from his hair and his body, taking the opportunity to caress the hills and valleys of his muscular chest and back and study the tattoos she never got tired of looking at. She washed him thoroughly, her hands gliding over his muscular arms, his chest, and down to his chiseled abs. Nicolai stood still, allowing her to tend to him, his eyes never leaving hers.When she reached his hips, she hesitated, her eyes flicking up to his. He nodded, a small smile playing on his lips. "Don't stop now, moya zayka. All of me is yours."She swallowed hard, her heart pounding as she washed his thighs, her fingers brushing against his hardening length. Nicolai's breath hitched, and he caught her wrist, his grip firm."Enough," he growled, his voice thick with desire. Holding her wrists still, he leaned his head back under the
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Unexpected Complications
Alessia snuggled into Nicolai's embrace, feeling a sense of peace and security that only he could provide. The warmth of his body, the steady beat of his heart, and the gentle rise and fall of his breaths lulled her into a state of comfort she hadn't felt in a long time. As she drifted in and out of consciousness, the distant sound of Nicolai's phone buzzing on the nightstand tried to pull her back to reality but she fought against it.With a sigh, Nicolai gently disentangled himself from the woman in his arms, careful not to wake her fully. Checking the caller ID, his expression hardened. Warden Phillips, the man who had the power to make or break his favor concerning her brother, Luca."Phillips," Nicolai said quietly, his voice barely above a whisper as he stepped away from the bed and into the adjoining sitting room, closing the door softly behind him."Mr. Zhukov," Phillips replied, his voice thready and tinged with a hint of concern. "We've got a situation. Your man was attacked
Marked by the Mob: A Russian Mafia Romance Luca
Nicolai paced the living room of the safe house, his eyes darting to the clock every few minutes. The waiting was agonizing, and the weight of Alessia's fear pressed down on him like a physical force. If Luca was badly injured. If he didn't make it. Nicolai didn't want to think about the consequences.The sound of a vehicle pulling up outside had him rushing to the door and down the back stairs. He stepped out, his eyes scanning the surroundings for any signs of danger. A black SUV parked in front of him and turned off the engine.As the vehicle came to a halt, Nicolai's men stepped out, their expressions grim. Sergei approached him, his hands stained with blood. "He's inside, boss. Badly hurt."Nicolai's jaw tightened, and he nodded. Phillips would pay for this. "Bring him inside. Alessia is waiting upstairs."Sergei nodded, turning to signal the others. They carefully extracted Luca from the vehicle, his body limp and his face pale. Nicolai could see the blood seeping through his cl
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
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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
