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Keeping The Mafia Princess TWENTY-FIVE
SebastianWhen I eased back, her eyes remained closed, her lips parted and her face shimmering from excitement."Both you and your father have enemies, Carmen. My men will guard you. As I said, you need to be a very good girl or you will be punished severely and trust me, you won't like for that to happen."She dragged her tongue across her lips, jerking back and glaring at me. "And I said. Fuck. You."I laughed softly before grabbing the keys and exiting the vehicle but just before I did, I heard her words of hatred."You will die for this."I almost wanted to see either her or her father try. "Don't allow her to leave and if she tries to garner any attention, tie her hands." My command was not to be questioned."Will do, boss," Enrique said with a grin.I adjusted my jacket and cuffs before heading into the restaurant, bypassing the hostess. I knew the location well, had enjoyed many incredible dinners. I scanned the main dining room, locating Santiago and his party easily. He eithe
Last Updated : 2024-11-26Keeping The Mafia Princess TWENTY-SIX
Carmen"I hate you. I will always hate you. You can take my body, but you'll never be able to take my heart."The words were spat out at the brooding Puerto Rican as if he really gave a shit. I knew better. I was intimately in sync with a man of his power.And dominance.Every aspect of his being was infuriating, demanding.Intoxicating.I closed my eyes, crushing down my libido. Sebastian honestly believed that he could simply own me, a possession. I laughed bitterly, even though I knew the possibilities were real. Men like Sebastian Sturm took what they wanted without hesitation.Men like Sebastian left haunting memories, scattered fears.Endless desires.When Sebastian had closed the car door with a hard thud, I'd jumped, glaring at him as he walked away, ever so suave in his actions, cool as a cucumber. He exuded danger as well as sex appeal, every girl's fantasy.Precious minutes had ticked by, my mind reeling. Did my father really not care enough about his own daughter to allow
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CarmenI sat back, contemplating what if anything I could do. I had girlfriends in this country. I knew that they would do anything for me. All I had to do was get access to a phone. That should be easy enough.A single tear slipped past my lashes, further infuriating me. I certainly wasn't going to allow Sebastian to break me. Not now. Not ever.I turned my head, watching the two men as they bantered, their bodies animated. And they were paying absolutely no attention to me. I crawled into the driver's seat, darting my head in their direction again before slowly opening the door. I was able to slip out and latch the door without any noise. I remained crouched next to the car for a few seconds as I studied the area around me, hugging my purse close to my chest.All I had to do was get to a phone then hide, waiting for my BFF to take me the hell away from here.And the man who held my leash.Anger surfaced once again, fury at not only Sebastian's actions but being forced to accept I wa
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CarmenSebastian took gulping breaths before pulling me into his arms, placing his hand on the back of my head. The warmth of his body and his rapidly beating heart were enough to calm the fear, the ragged edge of my nerves."That was stupid, Carmen. That was... You're never going to do that again. Jesus."I clung to him like some wayward child, catching my breath as the realization set in that there was someone else out there determined to kill me.Who?Why?I could only imagine.He took a series of deep breaths before easing me against the elevator wall, cupping and lifting my chin with one hand. His gaze was full of admonishment but also something else.Fear.I'd never seen that kind of emotion in him. He was always in control, a dark and dangerous man. Today, he'd taken a misstep of his own, something I doubted would ever happen again."I'm... sorry," I managed. The way his fingers dug into my skin was invigorating, yet a distinct reminder of the demanding man he was. I clenched m
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CarmenThe doors finally opened to a beautiful lobby of what appeared to be a posh hotel. When he reached back, taking my hand, I didn't bother struggling. I knew better.The same two men who'd been commanded to protect me were heading in our direction. Sebastian remained agitated, merely pulling us out of the elevator and into the marble tiled corridor. Waiting.Planning.I could almost see the wheels in his mind spinning, plotting an attack on the perpetrator."Sorry, boss. She got away from us." The tallest man was also the most muscular, his arms covered in tattoos. He had a sheepish look on his face, as if their actions would be cause for retribution."We are going to talk about this later. Failure I will not tolerate," Sebastian said in an offhanded manner, although I heard the tinge of anger laced through the dark tone.The other soldier darted a look in both directions, clearing his throat before he spoke. "They got away."Sebastian inhaled, his body tensing. "Any information
Last Updated : 2024-11-26Keeping The Mafia Princess THIRTY
CarmenAs the bartender approached, never bothering to look me in the eyes, I realized that Sebastian had connections everywhere in every walk of life. His power and influence were obviously substantial."And what did he say? Did he laugh in your face and tell you that he would hunt you down like the dog you truly are?""There was nothing for him to say, Carmen. As I told you, a deal had been struck, terms falling through. You are only partial payment."The cool arrogance in the man was still shocking. "That's bullshit! He will come after you. Trust me. He will cut out your heart and feed it to the alligators.""Lower your voice, Carmen. You already have a harsh punishment coming. I don't think you want the circumstances to be any more... difficult." Sebastian's words were followed by the prick wrapping one hand around the towel, the other cupping my chin.I tried to pull back but the look he gave me was enough to keep me motionless. I shivered again. His features softened as he dippe
Last Updated : 2024-11-26Keeping The Mafia Princess THIRTY-ONE
SebastianConsequences.I'd issued the word as if I expected Carmen would follow my commands without question. I'd forgotten how feisty she could be, almost haughty in her disposition. She was her father's daughter after all.Hate.She could hate me. There was enough of that going around, only the kind of abhorrence I had for Santiago as well as Kostya was far more intense.I was incensed, enraged with myself for taking any chances with her safety. I didn't believe in consequences and the fact Castillo had been at the event should have issued enough of a warning. He was merely a hired gun for one or both of the men. Perhaps her life had been saved by my interference.Only after she'd disobeyed me in every manner. Then again, the incident could have been nothing more than a warning, Santiago anticipating my actions, even taunting me. For a man losing his daughter, he certainly hadn't seemed surprised.Had he already made a secondary deal with someone else? I doubted that person would b
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Sebastian"Have one of the men pick up Carmen's cello at the hotel and bring it here." There was no way she could have heard my order. Perhaps I was a horrible man forcing her to show her level of obedience before providing her with her most prized possession, but at this point, my decision was necessary."Not a problem, boss. Enrique will follow you up. I'll make the arrangements then walk the perimeter." Cordero gave her a respectful nod."Perfect. Also make the necessary arrangements for a meeting tomorrow morning at ten. You know the location. We need to find out who our mole is." I was itching to squash the idiot who'd dared to cross me. There was way that Kostya had acted alone. I'd been impetuous and careless in allowing too many details out in the open.All my effort to effect changes within the family organization had been thwarted. Perhaps my father's old ways were best.Brutal and unforgiving."You got it, boss. Do you need anything else tonight?" He eyed Carmen as she walk
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