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IN THE CAPO'S BED I'm home
LILITH POVThe sliding doors of Malpensa Airport opened, letting in the crisp, familiar air of Milan. The city's essence hit me—a mixture of jet fuel, and the faint metallic tang of rain that had only just stopped.The last time I had been here, the feeling it ignited in me had been thrilling. Walking into the airport and setting my feet in a private jet for the first time was enough to bring that thrill to me.But today, it felt different. I was home, in a familiar ground, but the comfort of home wasn't there.Giovanni walked ahead of me, his stride purposeful, his jaw set in the way it always was when he was hiding too much in plain sight.I had been watching him since we left the penthouse. He had not spoken much and still wasn't talking to me. I had tried my best to think of every possible thing that could be wrong because we had been having a great time, and for the first time since we arrived in Santorini, everything seemed to be going great.I had thought we were finally gettin
Last Updated : 2024-12-28IN THE CAPO'S BED She didn't deserve this
GIOVANNI POVMarcella was dead. She had finally succumbed to her injury and died.Fuck!I couldn't move. I couldn't breathe. My grip on the whiskey glass tightened, and the coolness of the crystal digging into my palm was the only thing grounding me.Hearing the news on the phone at the penthouse back in Santorini wasn't as impactful as seeing it.I had prayed, meditated, and wished for it not to be true. I had seen her state about two weeks ago, and now worse she had been.I knew her chances of survival were slimmed, but I had still hoped she'd fight back.I couldn't imagine the agony she had been through. The sleepless night, the tears...A searing wave of rage, sharp and consuming, like fire scorched through my veins. My fingers twitched, and before I could stop myself, the glass was out of my hand, shattering against the wall with a deafening crash."Jesus Christ, the son of Mary, save us!" One maid whimpered.But I didn't glance at her, nor did my focus waver from the whiskey-str
Last Updated : 2024-12-28IN THE CAPO'S BED Wear something...sėxy
LILITH POVI wasn't expecting much activity, not in the middle of the summer break. However, the university library still felt alive in its own way—paper rustling, chairs scraping against the floor, the low hum of whispers floating through the air. It was the kind of quiet that made you feel like you had to tiptoe everywhere, even if no one was looking.I chose a table near the window, away from prying eyes. Not that there were many here to notice me. I wouldn't even be seen because I was easily the most forgettable person.No leather jackets, dark makeup, heels that click like a metronome, or overpriced dresses. That Raven would certainly mostly wear. I was just... Lilith. Faded blue Jeans, a loose light gray T-shirt underneath a beige cardigan that was two times my size, and a soft scarf to guard against the library's overzealous air conditioning.A few students huddled over textbooks, a professor scribbling notes, and a librarian stacking shelves with deliberate care.I leaned over
Last Updated : 2024-12-28IN THE CAPO'S BED I'll make you addicted
LILITH POVGiovanni. That was the only thing I could think of in spite the quiet conversation, the clinking of glasses, and the heady scent of wine filling the room.We attended the wine tasting at Castello Di Vino, a private vineyard estate located just outside of Milan amid the undulating hills. This place was renowned for its historically significant vineyards that date back hundreds of years. We were currently in the gorgeous refurbished wine cellar wıth tall oak barrels lining the walls, the event was exclusive. Soft amber sconces were the only source of light in the dimly lighted area, giving it a cosy, welcoming feel.The room was filled with glasses of wine, including whites, reds, and even rare limited editions, on a long, polished oak table.I had always wanted to be here. I had thought we were going to another restaurant when Giovanni had sent me the dress I'd be wearing.Until we arrived here.I shivered, glancing at Giovanni as his hand brushed mine for the umpteenth tim
Last Updated : 2024-12-29IN THE CAPO'S BED You drive me insane
LILITH POVAs we stepped outside the ladies ' room, I bumped into a blonde, one of the servers.Flushing, I stared down at my feet as a wide smile graced her face.Giovanni slipped his hand into his pocket, pulled out a wad of cash, and handed it over to her."Thank you, Thank you!" the blonde gushed, hastily stuffing the money inside her bra before looking around.Giovanni nodded, then proceeded to walk away.I stumbled forward. "What was that?" I frowned. Did she serve as a watchwoman for Giovanni? Possibly because no one had stepped into the ladies' room to use it during our time inside.She had maybe redirected them elsewhere.I grimace, shaking my head. If she had been standing there for too long, she could have heard everything happening. No wonder she was staring at me!"Nothing," Giovanni answered."It doesn't look like nothing," I muttered.He stopped walking and glanced down at me. A frown etched on his handsome face.How could he still look so good after that intense sessio
Last Updated : 2024-12-29IN THE CAPO'S BED Are you afraid of me?
LILITH POVSIX WEEKS LATER"Wait, Lilith!" I stopped, swirling to see Melvin swaggering toward me.He pulled the baseball cap, holding his hair in place, and waved before setting it back on.After not seeing him a few weeks before the last paper, Melvin was in school today.I glanced around to see that his car was parked in the lot. I hadn't noticed it until now because my mind had been on something else.My life since the last few days.Life was different when Giovanni was in it. It was faster, eventful, and promising. It wasn't just about our intimacy; it was how we connected with each other, laughed, and lifted up one another when sad.But recently, I didn't think everything I had been doing had uplifted Giovanni’s spirit in any way. He seemed down, angry at everything, the world, and frustrated.He hadn't said anything to me about his feelings. I had only guessed. Also, it was very much obvious when he thrust into me. He had become overly aggressive and would apologise soon after
Last Updated : 2024-12-30IN THE CAPO'S BED Have we met before?
GIOVANNI POVI stood by the large tree that offered nice shade. It was close to the parking lot and the school's entrance. At least a five-minute walk would get you inside.Also, I stayed not just because it was quieter and free from the squealing teenage girls I had just escaped; it was because of him.It was that boy, Melvin Ryan, according to the information that Luca and Jacques had gotten from me. He was twenty years old, the golden boy of the school, as I had already guessed, as he was part of the football team. Above all, he was a Nephew to Diego Cardenas.The Bastardo. Diego Cardenas was a story for another day. My main focus was Melvin, and I couldn't help but wonder about his relationship with the girl I kept bumping into.He seemed to be interested in her. Unlike the way he had acted around Marcella, he was calm with this girl.Maybe it was all part of the plan. If he couldn't get her calmly, he'd undoubtedly use force as he had done with Marcella.My hands clenched into fi
Last Updated : 2024-12-30IN THE CAPO'S BED Tell me... I refuse
LILITH POVThe hallway bustled with the usual chaos of students between classes—snatches of laughter, hurried footsteps, and the hum of distant conversations. My books weighed heavily in my arms as I maneuvered through the throng, keeping my head down to avoid unnecessary interactions.Then I felt a shift in the air, almost electric, that prickled the back of my neck. It was the kind of awareness that made you stop mid-step, heart skittering for reasons you couldn’t explain.I knew that feeling.I collided with a solid wall of muscle, my books slipping from my grasp as I stumbled back. An apology was already forming on my lips when I looked up—and froze.Giovanni.I swallowed back the apology, staring away from him.What does he want? At this rate, he could be stalking me because why the fuck do I keep meeting him in school? He certainly wasn't coming to our school and didn't look like he ever would. I guessed this was what happened when you made a deal with the devil.He'd haunt you
Last Updated : 2024-12-30
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IN THE CAPO'S BED I love you.
LILITH POVIt was close to midnight, and Giovanni hadn't returned yet. I was home. When I got home, I met Casey and Christie. I was glad that they were fine.They had all returned from the hospital except my mother. Even though she was still in the intensive care unit, there was an assurance that she wouldn't die overnight. The doctor had said so, and they were monitoring her. If her condition changes, they'll inform us as soon as possible.I was okay with her staying there. At her present condition, I didn't think we'd be able to care for her as much as they'd be able to do so in the hospital.Again, it would be a hassle having her here, and when she had another crisis, we'd need to take her to the hospital again.I looked out the window and saw a light flashing into the room. It was from a car driving in. One of Giovanni’s cars, but not the one he always drove in.I stepped away from the window as the car came to a halt, and Rowland climbed down from it.Snatching my robe from the s
IN THE CAPO'S BED the house is surrounded
LILITH POVI paced the room. Despite being lovely to look at due to the pastel wall painting and the vast window that allowed light to come into the room, it didn't give me any slight comfort that I needed right now.I believed the room had been specially prepared for me. I'd have thought of how thoughtful they were if the room wasn't a prison to me.No matter how cozy the room looked, it was a prison, and I didn't think I'd be coming out of it anytime soon.I hadn't seen my father in sight, nor Diego. The bastard that brought me to this place had only pushed me into the room before locking the door and walking away.He had even warned me not to attempt jumping out of the window as I'd only break a neck or even die in worse-case scenarios.I walked to the said window, looking down. Instantly, I withdrew my head as a wave of dizziness washed over me.It was higher than I had thought, and he wasn't lying. If I tried to jump, I wouldn't be breaking a neck alone, I'd die from the impact.
IN THE CAPO'S BED he's audacious
GIOVANNI POVI was with the guys, having a drink. We were trying to unwind and hoped for the best.Everyone was on edge. I glanced at Romeo sitting by himself and playing on his phone. He had stopped crying long ago. I wouldn't blame him.If I was his age, I might have that emotion as well. Only if I had my parents and I was as close as he was to them.I never had the privilege to feel this intense emotion because it was seen as a weakness. And I'd never allow myself to be as weak as that.But when it came to Lilith. It seemed like an entirely different thing for me. I had experienced moments of weakness, fear, and even more sensitivity than I had ever experienced in my life.I had tried to distance myself, believing because I was always in her presence, that made it that way.But even in her absence, she still managed everything to be about her.Looking away from Romeo, I caught Casey and Christie's movement. But not Lilith. Both were running towards us.I frowned, looking at both of
IN THE CAPO'S BED Choice is yours to make
LILITH POVMy mother had been taken to the intensive care unit, while we were outside the door pacing, and waiting for the outcome of the doctor's diagnoses.I couldn't understand what was happening. I was still confused. Not only me. But Romeo who was now crying silently while Casey comfortable him, and everyone else.They had the same expression on their faces. I mean my mother had been fine. She was doing fine today and suddenly, she seemed unresponsive and her breath fading.Even though no one would openly admit it, I could tell the end was near for her. I didn't want to believe it too. But it was fucking too soon.I expected her to live months!Or even beat the doctor's words and stay years and even forever. She'd get to see her grandchildren and be the best grandmother ever, but that wouldn't be happening."Where are you going to?"I stopped walking, looking around me. I didn't realise I had left the others and was now very much closer to the main entrance.Giovanni was behind m
IN THE CAPO'S BED He's irrelevant
LILITH POVOut of all the things I wanted to hear Giovanni say, my father coming back was certainly not it.I stared at him. He wasn't bluffing. He looked absolutely serious. It was weird that he was mentioning my father seeing as I hadn't spoken to him about him. Also, the fact that he knew his name and he mentioned it made it even weirder."How do you know who my father is?" I questioned.Giovanni gripped my hand, pulling me up the remaining step, and towards the room. When we were inside the room, he let go of my hands.I watched as he stepped further inside, tugging his tie, and undoing the top button of his shirt.He rolled up his sleeves, pushing his hand inside his hair before turning to me."I am certain we haven't spoken about my father," I winced at the term father. I didn't want to refer to him as that because he was anything but my father, but at this moment, I had no choice.Since I wanted answers from Giovanni, it was only fitting I used it."There are things you don't k
IN THE CAPO'S BED Your father is back
GIOVANNI POVShe was fine.The thought jumped around in my head over and over again.Since I received Luca's call and went there to take care of business myself, I had been unsettled. Even though Luca had assured me that Rowland had driven her home safely, I didn't want to believe that.But now, seeing her in person, a relieved sigh coursed through me.I stumbled towards her, almost falling to her feet, but she caught me, her arms wrapping around me."What happened to you?" she whispered.I didn't respond to her. I couldn't. I doubted I could find my voice even if I tried to.I hugged her as tight as I could, never wanting to let her go. Inhaling her intoxicating scent, I shut my eyes tightly, opening them as I heard her voice."You have blood all over you, Giovanni. What happened to her?" She tried to move out of my embrace, but I held her back."Don't leave," I choked out.I had never been this emotional. Not even when Diamante left me a day before the wedding. Not even when Diamant
IN THE CAPO'S BED Just forget about it
LILITH POVAs soon as I stepped inside the house, I was engulfed in a hug. It wasn't Giovanni as I had thought.Rather, it was the two people I had thought were still in the spa. The two people I was afraid for.As soon as they released me, my eyes widened, and I pulled them into an embrace of my own."You're safe!" I whispered again, holding them as tight as I could, as if they'd disappear if I let go.Casey laughed, "Of course we are."I pulled away, looking at both of them. They seemed fine and barely had any scratches on them. I was confused, but I was also curious to know how they had come out of the spa unscathed.Also, why didn't they bother to come looking for me?"What happened? I tried to make Rowland go back for the two of you and he assured me that you both would be fine. Perhaps I shouldn't have bothered!"I scowled at the smile still present on Casey's face. She was enjoying this. I had almost died because of them. I couldn't imagine what would have happened if I had bee
IN THE CAPO'S BED They'll be fine
LILITH POVWe had barely reached the escape exit when I remembered I had forgotten something.The girls!I halted abruptly, my eyes widening as I looked around me. I tried to find Christie and Casey. But it was impossible to see anything due to the crowds and everyone running here and there to save themselves."We need to leave here!" Luca urged, tugging me.I resisted.Turning to stare at him."I need to find Casey and Christie!" I yelled."They'll be fine. We need to save you first," Luca said.I glared at him, tugging my hand from his. "Really? You want me to leave my best friends to some murderers?""I am sure you're ready to answer Xanthos when he knows you purposely left her, " even to Theo.Although Theo wouldn't admit to wanting Casey, and she, too, had denied it several times, I knew there was something going on between them."Or the murderers could be here for you and you'd get hurt because you wish to look for your friends who might have saved themselves. Then, I won't have
IN THE CAPO'S BED It's a joke
LILITH'S POV"Really?" I murmured, scowling as I saw Luca.He must have followed me here on Giovanni's order. But I thought Giovanni didn't care. How the hell did he know I was leaving the house, seeing as he had been avoiding me and we hadn't seen each other all morning?Perhaps he was watching from his window."So convenient of him," I rolled my eyes. He could watch me and despatched his bodyguard to watch me, but he couldn't even bring himself to speak to me."That's Luca," Casey pointed to where Luca was standing at the entrance.He wasn't even making his presence discreet. At least, someone else would have hidden from sight and maybe watched from a distance. Someone like Rowland.But he was doing the opposite."Did you mention you're coming here to your husband?" Christie asked me. "I thought both of you weren't on good terms."I shrugged, then stared at Christie. She shrugged as well. How would she know Giovanni and I weren't on good terms? She was really observant.She must hav
