Livia My chicas, including Winter, Faye, Juno, Scarlet, Anna, and I, were in my city penthouse dressing room, preparing for the Banquet with music blasting in the background. After that night at the club, we all became close, and as expected, new relationships bloomed amid the chaos. Aside from that, Apollo and Malakai hit it off and became close. Apollo even invited them to the Banquet. It was surprising for Malakai and the others to get along so well since they're usually reserved when meeting new people. Incoming call "Speak of the devil. He will appear." I took my phone and managed to escape without the girls noticing. "Missing me already?" I cooed, walking down the stairs. I could still faintly hear the music playing upstairs. "Of course, I miss you, but that's not why I called. Wait, what's with all the noise?" Apollo dramatically gasped, "Are you having a party and didn't even bother to invite me? I'm so disappointed in you, Kitten." "Well, I wanted to be respectful in
Apollo My heart raced at the anticipation of holding Livia in my arms as others gawked over our powerful presence. Suddenly my mind took a turn thinking about the lustful eyes that would be on her. I giggled, imagining her mocking me. "Jealous much, King?" My love for her is like a flame that's constantly growing, almost charming. I wonder if this is the same love my father had for my mother. He used to tell me stories about him and my mother in their younger years. She was a robust and innocent woman with a pure heart, something that was nonexistent in his world. Even though she was taken from me at a young age, I was lucky enough to be loved by her unconditionally. She had a smile that could brighten a room and a laugh that could heal the world. After I lost her, a void grew in my little heart and only grew bigger after my father passed. But ever since I met Livia, that void has slowly been filled. "Does he always smile like that? It's kind of creepy." Blake whispered, not so di
LiviaWe had been on the road for about fifteen minutes, and I could only think about Apollo. I wondered how hot he must look in his tailored suit, complimented by his diamond-jeweled lion mask. Women will be drooling over a man they could never have because he will never give them the time of day."Will this banquet be fun?" Sandra excitingly asked."Well, we've been attending these things for years, so we don't feel the excitement anymore," Juno said."There are usually private activities happening throughout the night, but you have to be invited," Faye took a sip of her champagne."What kind of private activities?" Sandra asked out of curiosity.Anna sighed. "Well, there's the talent show, where Princess flaunt their talents to impress the King. But, to me, it's no better than the auction." "I heard rumors through the grapevine that the auction is on the inhumane side. Is it true?" Zoe asked."They auction off cars, weapons, and sometimes people. Anything worth value. So yeah, it'
Vanessa "How do I look?" Layla rolled her eyes. "Vanessa, you look good as always, and can you relax? You are making me anxious," I felt dejected. "How can I relax when I've tried everything to get the King's attention, but he won't even give me the time of day? And it's no help that my grandfather has been down my back lately." Layla was so done. "You can't keep following behind what your grandfather says. He has lived his life already, and now you must live yours." "I know what you're saying, but aside from my brother, he is the only family I have on my side after my parents turned their backs on me. You know how things went down with them." "Yeah, I know how your parents neglected you and what your grandfather did for you. But your brother wants you to get out of this life before it's too late, and I think you should listen to him." "Layla, just drop it." "You need to open your eyes and smell the coffee. The King doesn't want you, and even if he miraculously did, your hear
Narration Apollo stood in the center, proud and surrounded by his most trusted people. He knew the impact he had made tonight was engraved in the hearts of both friends and foes. The venue was silent as the impressive group descended from the top of the stairs. They believed he was born to be King for the first time, not because it was passed on to him, but because of the people around him who would never let him fall. They are the foundation of his success. Most marveled at an entourage of twenty-five masked people walking through those golden doors. Another was from the utter shock that the Crimson Clan walked through those doors with unfamiliar women by their sides and the envy of the beautiful woman in red clinging to the arm of the Mafia King. Nevertheless, he has crowned her, presenting her as the future Queen with the utmost respect. "All hail, the King and his loyal Cortège." the host commended. The Clans brought three fingers to their lips and placed them over their heart
Apollo "Speak," "Our cargo was under attack mid-route," Austin informed. "WHAT?" "We managed to secure the goods and capture two attackers, but they're not talking." "How did they manage to find the cargo?" "I'm not sure, but I believe we have a rat in our mist, Sir." "Rat, huh? If there is one, there are multiple." "What is your order?" "Send the attackers to Zone X. Get whatever you can out of them." "And the rats?" "Weed them out and burn them alive." I seethed before hanging up the phone. I despise disloyalty, especially under my reign. Not only is it distasteful, mannerless, and a hassle. It's not a good look for a Mafia King. It's dishonoring the Crimson Oath, a bond of brotherhood. Breaking the Crimson Oath is turning your back on your brothers. "Could this night get any worse?" "I see King has found himself a girl, but is she fit to be Queen?" That answers that question. I groaned. "Oscar Myers. I nearly forgot Vultures tend to lurk. And as for my woman, she is
Livia "Princess?" Apollo lightly tapped my shoulder. He took my phone out of my hand, placing it in his pocket. "I've been calling your name for the last two minutes. What were you thinking about?" "Nothing you should worry about now. Anyways why were you calling me?" Apollo gently hauled me out of my seat, wrapping his arm around my waist. "We are shifting to the Grand Theater for the talent show." He led us to some stairs to a private theater section. "Did I mention how sexy you look tonight especially dressed in red?" he whispered. I smiled and hugged him. "Are you trying to make me fall for you more?" He held me tighter. "Depends. Is it working?" I shrugged my shoulders. "Maybe." "Aww," we looked around and saw the others watching us with a smile. The Host stood in front of the microphone, gaining everyone's attention. "Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. Let's start the night with an opening act from the leader of the White Vultures, Vanessa Myers." Ugh, her again. Van
LiviaA ten-ring chime alarm was sounded. "What was that?" I asked curiously.Apollo groaned. "The Elders meeting is about to commence. They are a bunch of old guys with too many opinions." "I'm sure I will be the main topic of discussion.""Yeah, there's no denying that. "I don't want you to kill anyone because of me.""Everything will be fine if no one pisses me off.""Ap-King, I'm serious."He placed my hand on the cheek of his mask, "As you wish, my Queen." He groaned as the chime went off again. "See you in a bit." Apollo gently caressed my hand, leaving shortly afterward. Glancing around the room, my eyes met with Vanessa's glaring ones. I winked and blew a kiss irritating her more.Alaric abruptly sat next to me. "Whatever you're planning, I want in."I laughed. "What are you talking about? I'm not planning anything.""You can fool others, but you can't fool me. You are calculative, and I want in on the action," Alaric glanced at Vanessa's walking out of the venue.Damn. How