Chapter 3: MY MONEY

SERENA'S POV

Armando whow surprised with what had transpired between myself, Rocco and my gentleman approached me immediately.

"Boss, what do we do to Rocco? Armando asked

"Kidnap him. I'm gonna deal with him in my own way. First of all, let's get done with the shopping and then, go teach Rocco a lesson" I said to my men

" Yes boss" replied my men.

We finished up with shopping and left the store. My eyes searched for Rocco. I turned and made an eye contact with my gentleman who saw me holding a gun. He quickly looked away and walked away. I bet he was disappointed that I didn't take his advice.

My men were able to capture Rocco and brought him to me at some place where I usually punish those who double cross me. I dealt with Rocco and had my men abandon him on the streets.

I returned home with the gifts I had got for dad dad and asked my men to place them in my room. I left to meet my father who was enjoying a nice cup of tea while he read through some papers. I said my greetings to him and had my seat. I had lovely smile on my face which father noticed.

He tried to find out the reason behind my smile. I said nothing to him and took my leave. I walked into my room and sat on the bed. 

I suddenly had a flashback on what had taken place at the mall. I fell on the bed, smiling. I can't believe what's going on or what's happening to me. Have I actually fallen in love with this gentleman of mine or is it a mere attraction? I really hoped and wished to meet him again. 

MATTEO ALESSANDRO POV

I got home and two maids rushed to welcome me. I handed my shopping bags to them and went in. I said my greetings to my mum and left for my bedroom. I walked in and shut the door. I removed my jacket and placed it on the bed and began to unbutton my shirt then I recalled what transpired between me and those guys with guys. What baffled me the most is the fact that I used myself as a shield to protect some lady I do not know. I mean why would I do that?

I removed my shirt and placed on the bed and sat down to remove my shoes. Why did I do that? Risk my life for someone? She had a gun, she could take care of herself, there was no need to protect her with my body. I hope not to run into her again or into such awkward situation. 

I went into the bathroom and removed my trouser and walked into the shower cubicle and switched on the shower and shut my eyes. I could clearly see her face. She has such pretty eyes and lips. Come off it Matteo, I said to myself and quickly opened my eyes. I can't possibly be attracted to some lady I just met.  I finished up with my bath and returned to the bedroom.

SERENA'S POV

A week has gone by and I haven't seen my Mr handsome gentleman, kinda miss him and I don't know why I do, maybe it's love. I really wish and hope to see him again and soon.

I have an important project to secure and I needed to pay in the money immediately. I rushed to my office and unlocked my safe only to discover that the money I had placed in it has reduced drastically without me using any of it. It was a huge shock to me. Who could summon the courage to steal from me. He definitely has a death wish which I am ready to grant. 

I quickly removed the remaining money and placed them on my table. Where could my money have disappeared to, I wondered. I yelled and called in my gang to my office. They were quite surprised to see me really angry. I pulled out my gun and placed it on the table where the money laid.

"My money is missing. Who took money from my safe? I promise, I won't hurt you"I said.

No one said a word to me as their faces were down and this pissed me off.

"Who was the last to enter my office? I asked and got no reply from them. 

I grabbed my gun, pulled the trigger and shot into the air and quickly pointed the gun at them.

*Y'all don't want to say a word right? Fine. I'll grant your wish. Never to say a word. RIP guys"

" Boss.." Armando said " Calm down"

" I should? I see. Y'all should get out of my office but be rest assured that I'm going to search y'all, your houses and your apartment. Got it? Now out! I yelled, kicking the chair.

Everyone left except Armando, my right hand man.

"May I say something boss? He asked

" What is it and what are you still doing here?

"Cause of you boss. Maybe, cause you're so angry that you have forgotten that you installed cameras outside and inside your office. You can watch the footage and find out who stole your money" Armando said.

I quickly stared at him

Why didn't I think of this before raising an unnecessary alarm that my money was stolen. I should have done what he said. I hope the thief doesn't escape.

I quickly checked out the footage on my computer and my jaw dropped when I saw Paulo, one of my men steal from me. I got really angry and quickly showed the footage to Armando who was shocked to see Paulo steal the money from the safe. How did he get the password to the safe. Then it dawned on me, he's an expert when he comes to stuffs like this, coding and passwords.

I picked up my gun and asked Armando to come with me to get Paulo. Armando advised me do that later. He requested me to go withdraw some money and secure the project first and then we can handle Paulo later. I agreed with him and we left to finish up with the project. I took some money from the vault where we stack millions of various currencies like dollars, Euro and the rest of them. I left with the money and met up with Armando in the car. I got in and we drove off. Luckily, I was able to secure the project and heaved a sigh of relief. Now back to Paulo's case. I'm going to deal with him.

I thought of how to punish him in a wicked way. First, I need to get my money back from him and then delete his being from the world. 

I got back home and briefed dad about the meeting and the progress of the project. Dad was happy and proud of me. I took my leave and left with Armando for my room. I stopped walking and turned towards him. I had asked him to track Paulo down and inform me about his whereabouts as soon as he finds Paulo as i had a feeling that Paulo won't be in his house.