Antonio arrived at the restaurant early. Last night, he called Hinata to check on her. She made a promise to call him when she gets home, but he never got her phone call. That made him dead worried, so he called her instead.Surprisingly, she didn't answer her call. He tried countless times and to no avail.He was restless all through the night. Worried sick.Something must've happened.Hinata doesn't ignore his calls, even when she is angry at him.So he decided to make it to the restaurant earlier than usual, only a few of their staff were around at that time. He tried her phone number again at the restaurant, and it wasn't reachable, causing his anxiety to grow. “Where are you, Hinata? I am having a bad feeling about this”.He said to himself as his heart raced.He walked through the entrance, greeting the staff with his usual warm nods and smiles.Despite his outward composure, a knot of worry tightened in his chest. He headed straight for the staff area, hoping to catch a gl
“Antonio Montero, the lady Angela calls him, that…do you believe me now?”Hinata blurted out, her voice barely a whisper.One of his men came and whispered to the Mafia's ears.“So the Montero bastard is still alive? Lord Damon will be impressed with this. I can't wait to watch Lord Damon kill him with his hands”.He laughed out loud.“Bastard? Kill him?”It was at that moment that she knew, she just exposed Antonio to an enemy. Her heart skipped a beat and her eyes widened.“No… I…made a mistake, it wasn't Antonio Montero…” Hinata started to backtrack, but it was too late. “Spare us the drama, young girl”.He smirked leaning back in his chair as he assessed Hinata with a predatory gaze. “Please don't hurt him, please”.Hinata pleaded in tears.The Mafia was silent just staring at her with a wicked grin.He raised his hand and the strippers left.Once they were gone, two of his men dragged Hinata up and pushed her forward the Mafia's feet.“What … .what…. Are you going to do to him
Antonio, noticing the commotion earlier when the guest arrived but unable to pull himself away from his phone, finally shifted his gaze from his phone and cast a distracted glance toward his chaotic surroundings.He saw his co-workers murmuring about a certain foreign VIP guest.He also saw rough-looking men in all blacks sitting at four tables in the restaurant looking very scary. Suddenly, he felt a bit light-headed and he felt dizzy, and almost lost his balance.Luckily, at that moment he had no order to deliver and had to grab on something.“Diego-San ,are you okay?”A waitress rushed to him with a worried look on her face.Antonio forced a smile and nodded, standing upright.“Yes…thanks a lot”.“Anytime, take it slowly”.She smiled back and went back to her duty.Antonio sighed deeply, with a hand on his head. He then slowly left his spot and followed her to get diner's orders.“What just happened?”He asked himself and looked back at the men in suits again.******A waitress wa
Antonio stood there confused.He knew the guest must have given the waitress some cash for her to defend her and talk about her this sweetly.He shrugged and made his way to the VIP section, hoping to clear his mind and potentially resolve the disquiet he felt over Hinata’s absence.Suddenly, a voice in his head wondered if this guest is in any way related to Hinata's disappearance.As he approached the top floor, his steps were brisk. He reached the VIP area and saw Courtney seated with her posture elegant and composed.She is indeed as beautiful as the waitress described.“Miss Courtney,” Antonio greeted her as he walked in. “I’m Diego. How can I assist you to…”Before he could finish she sprung up from her seat and hugged him tightly shedding tears of joy.“It's like a dream, you are really alive Antonio”.Antonio was about to push her at the sudden breach of personal space but hearing that name, he knew she knew him from the past so he let her.After she had cried enough, she p
Antonio's eyes widened sharply, and he walked closer to Courtney."You know who this Lord Damon is?"He asked impatiently.Courtney rolled her eyes."Well yeah, and he is not Lord of anybody, he is just...."Antonio interrupted, not letting her finish."Then you must take me to him right now!" His hands clenched as if trying to grasp something just unreachable."He is in the Montero's Mansion".She said dryly."Okay ".Antonio replied."What happened to? I don't want to associate with anything Montero anymore?"She raised a brow and folded her hands."Well, someone is in danger and that person means so much to me, okay. I had to go...".Courtney sighed deeply, shaking her head as she placed a hand on his shoulder, trying to calm him down. "Antonio, you don't understand, going back there now is dangerous. Damon is the one behind your grandma death, your memory loss, everything. It's like walking right in to a trap. He won't hesitate to eliminate you once and for all, so that Montero'
“So when are we leaving?”Antonio asked impatiently.“Immediately”.Courtney replied.Just then, the restaurant manager entered the VIP room. He looked quite surprised to see both in that position.Antonio read his face and immediately steps away from Courtney immediately, with his hands behind him.The manager’s face was a mix of curiosity and suspicions. “Miss, is everything to your satisfaction?” he asked Courtney politely, offering a nervous smile.Courtney smiled back softly as she replied, “Yes, thank you. It was lovely. And now we’re leaving.”“I am pleased to hear that”.He replied with a smile.“Diego,” the manager called, “What are you doing here? You weren't supposed to be up here.”Courtney had to intervene before Antonio could say anything.“Actually, I requested to see him earlier also, when I said we are going… I mean I am going with him… with Diego”.The Manager was speechless for a second. He glanced at Antonio questionable. Antonio clearly looked agitated but tryin
“Are you done? We have something urgent, that we need to attend to remember?”Antonio asked with a frown.“Oh yes, sorry about my laugh, it's just felt so weird”.She replied.“We have to go now sir,”Antonio bowed and turned to leave.“Wait for the lady! You fox!”Courtney snapped with a frown.“My apologies”.Antonio replied softly.Courtney giggled clearly enjoying this moment then she turned to the manager and took out a cheque from her bag.“Manager…please take this as an appreciation for giving Antonio a chance to work even as a foreigner”.She handed him the cheque.“Arigatou gozaimasu”.She bowed in respect to Japanese culture and walked towards Antonio who was waiting at the door.The manager still puzzled at the spot. He watched as Antonio and Courtney walked out of the restaurant VIP room.Then slowly he looked down at the million dollar cheque in his hand.“I knew that boy was someone important”.He smiled to himself and kissed the cheque.As Antonio and Courtney descende
Courtney's convoy, two sleek and black cars with tinted windows, awaited them outside the restaurant. The bodyguards followed immediately.One of them opened the door for Antonio with a bow, but Antonio asked Courtney to climb in first."A true gentleman, huh?"She teased him."Not now please".Antonio replied, already done with hyperactive Courtney.She laughed as she climbed in, then Antonio followed. The door shut behind them with a solid thud.The bodyguards were in the other car, while Antonio and Courtney were in the one In Front.As the car engine hummed to life, Antonio leaned back in his seat, his jaw clenched, staring out the window, his phone vibrating in his hand, deep in thought.Courtney, seated beside him, stole a glance at him then down to his phone, he was dialing Hinata's number.He must be worried for her sake.She pulled out her phone and began making arrangements for their departure."We'll go straight to the airport. My jet's on standby," she informed Antonio.
She turned to Antonio, who was still smiling softly, watching her with Junior in his arms. "Did you... did you know?" she asked, her voice still shaky.Antonio stepped forward, gently taking her hand."Found out only weeks ago. It was Leonardo," he explained, nodding toward his best man. "He planned the fake death. Took care of him. Kept Jace safe and hidden, when he was under Damon's control. We all thought it was best to surprise you today. All Leonardo."Angela's wet eyes gazed towards Leonardo.She ran and hugged him."Thank you," she cried. "Thank you for saving him. You don't know what you did for us....thank you. How will I ever pay you back!"Leonardo was unsure if it's okay to hug her back, but the look in Antonio's eyes warned him. Antonio gently pulled her away from Leonard's to his chest."You can cry on my chest instead".He whispered, then turned to his best man."Thank you, Leonardo".Leonardo, still flushed from Courtney's earlier kiss, simply nodded. "It was the l
The guests, still applauding and cheering for them.Antonio's Mexican parents, the fisherman, and his wife, were clapping and cheering proudly while his wife dabbed at her eyes, overwhelmed with joy.Even Hinata, who had been watching quietly, joined the applause, her smile bittersweet but genuinely happy for the lovebirds.Grateful to Angela for her life.******The joyous wedding celebration reached its peak as Angela prepared to toss her bouquet. Laughter and chatter filled the air, the guests eager to see who would catch the symbol of future love. Angela turned her back to the crowd, lifted the bouquet high, and with a quick glance over her shoulder, threw it into the air.The bouquet arced beautifully, and with a soft thud, it landed right in Courtney's hands without her trying.Gasps and cheers erupted from the onlookers. Courtney, with a mischievous smile, turned and walked toward Antonio's best man, Leonardo, who had been watching the scene. Not actually the scene but Court
She nodded and smiled back at them before heading out of the room.As she waited to be walked down the aisle, a guard approached wearing dark sunglasses. He looked very young too."A guard?"Angela asked Doris."He's Antonio's most trusted person to walk you down the aisle. Let him take you". Doris whispered reassuringly.*How come I haven't seen him before, maybe the shades*Angela thought.Reluctantly, and with a deep breath, she finally agreed, allowing the guard to step in and take her father's place.As Angela made her way outside, the female guests were already waiting with anticipation to see the wedding gown. When she finally appeared, gasps filled the air. Eyes widened, and phones came out immediately."She's stunning!" One woman whispered, as several others frantically snapped pictures of her gown, each trying to capture every detail of the intricate design.Many women exchanged envious glances, their smiles genuine but tinged with the smallest hint of jealousy."I need t
*****MONTHS LATER***“It's the long-awaited wedding of the year! Today, ladies will be heartbroken because many women around the world lost the game to beautiful Angela! The young lady who has captured his heart. Our award-winning idol. Sexiest Man of the year! Mr. Antonio Montero will share his wedding vow just a few minutes from now!Stay tuned and please console any Antonio's fangirl around you”.A female newscaster announced.“Are you not one of the fan girls? Don't cry yet, we are live”.Her male partner teased her.“I am happy for Angela. In fact, I shipped them”.She replied confidently.“Ladies and Gentlemen today. We bring you live coverage of what promises to be the wedding of the year! Happening live on Montero's island in Hawaii, trending at no 1 in the United States and 8 other countries around the globe.” The male newscaster announced.The camera panned to Antonio, dressed impeccably in his suit, waiting patiently for his bride. The royal Montero's guards were chosen
"I love you, Antonio...and I am lucky...to have met you accidentally. It was a disappointment at first, but it's a blessing. You are not a Monster, you are ANTONIO MONTERO incredibly handsome playful caring and sweet in bed...my man".Antonio scoffed and looked away from her."He blushes a lot too".She smiled back at him.Antonio's face turned more red."Stop, Angel, I get it".He looked away then slowly back to her.Angela tilted her head, her heart full of compassion. "You deserve to heal," she replied, her voice firm yet tender. "We both do. And we can't do that if you keep punishing yourself for the past."Antonio exhaled deeply, still maintaining her eye contact.Her forgiveness was more than he felt he deserved, but it was also the lifeline he didn't know he needed. Slowly, he wrapped his arms around her, pulling her into a tight embrace.Angela hugged him back, resting her head against his chest, listening to the rapid beat of his heart."I love you, Angela...more than you can
"You know Angela, you have a nice voice, the problem is we, the singles, don't want to hear it sweetie!"Courtney's voice came from outside the door."I should have lodged in a suite or something. I just thought maybe Antonio is a changed man now, proved me wrong! Silly fox!"She stormed away.Antonio and Angela looked at each other shocked at what just happened, then they laughed at themselves quietly."I love you".Angela kissed him."I love you more".Antonio replied and held her tightly."About Hinata....can we visit her tomorrow?"Angela spoke against his skin, sandwiched by his chest and arms."Of course....we will talk to my Mexican family too, they are worried about her and dying to meet you".Angela smiled back.****Antonio stirred awake in the middle of the night, his mind spinning some memories he hadn't been able to access for years.The dream he had just awoken from was vivid, like pieces of a puzzle falling into place. He lay still for a moment, his body tense, and his h
He was ashamed to let it go so soon, but it was impossible to hold back.Angela melted down on the bed, then she heard loud hisses and groans. Too weak and drained, she closed her eyes and smiled, knowing what happened.A few seconds, she opened her eyes and found Antonio's face flushed with embarrassment."I ...don't know what happened. I am sorry for this"."It's celibacy, nothing to be ashamed of, honey. Look at that big pool of cream. Five years, did ever you jerk off?" she giggled."I had a lot to worry about".He laughed a bit of relief."My body is so tired, it's your fault, let me clean you up. Come over here, don't be shy".She sounded drunk and put her hair up. No one says an orgasm can make one talk drunkenly.Antonio walked to the bed and offered himself to her."Hey you big boy, we meet again"She bit her lower lip and giggled at his long shaft."You are talking to it?"Antonio asked amused."It's mine, you have any problem with that?"She pouted angrily.Antonio raised
Antonio kissed her again, this time more fiercely, more urgently, as if he couldn't get enough of her. His hands moved to her waist, then lower to the soft curve of her butt. Angela gasped as he gave her a squeeze and grabbed her tightly down there, pulling her even tighter against him, their bodies pressed so close that she could feel his hard shaft poking and getting all excited for her.Noticing that, caused her inside to melt, and her juices started dripping."I can't wait anymore, Angel".Antonio breathed hotly against her ear, then he returned to claim her lips again..With a swift motion, Antonio lifted her, carrying her to the bed, never breaking the kiss. He laid her gently on the bed, his body hovering over hers. "Angel".He whispered her name huskily.Angela's bosom rose and fell with anticipation, her eyes locked on his, waiting impatiently, her lips slightly opened.Kneeling between her thighs, he carefully spread her legs, his hands hooking under her hips, then reach
"When?""You will meet her soon, I know you will love her".He replied to Gabi."We look forward to it, son," Lucas said warmly. "Take care of yourself and your family."*******Standing at the balcony, Angela dialed Yuki, who answered almost immediately. "Angela!" Yuki's voice was bright and filled with relief. "How are you? I have been dead worried, oh my goodness!""I'm okay, Yuki," Angela said with a smile. "Is everything alright over there? How are the kids?"Yuki's voice softened."They're great. Don't worry, they've been asking about you all day. I'll put them on the phone."Angela's heart swelled with relief and happiness as she heard the excited voices of her twins and little Antonio Junior in the background."Mummy!" the teenagers shouted in unison, their joy palpable through the phone.Angela's eyes filled with tears, but they were happy tears this time. "Hey, my babies!" she said, her voice trembling slightly. "I miss you all so much.""We miss you too, Mum!" Lia said. "