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MY MAFIA’S CODED HEART chapter 76
Luca's POVI couldn’t sleep.After leaving Astrid alone in the bedroom, I settled in one of the guest rooms, hoping to clear my head, but my thoughts kept circling back to her. Did she hear what I told my father? Did she know I hadn’t been able to define her place in my life?I ran a hand through my hair and sighed. When my father asked what Astrid was to me, I’d said I didn’t know. It wasn’t a lie, but it wasn’t the whole truth either. I admired her, admired her brilliant mind and unmatched skills as a hacker. But admiration wasn’t enough, was it?Pouring myself a glass of whiskey from the decanter on the side table, I downed it in one gulp, the fiery liquid burning its way down my throat. It didn’t help. Nothing did.The truth was, Astrid wasn’t like anyone I’d ever met. She challenged me, frustrated me, and somehow always managed to pull me back when things felt like they were spiraling out of control. But that didn’t mean I knew what we were to each other. Were we lovers? Partners
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Luca's POVAs we walked through the mansion and out toward the training grounds, I found myself glancing at her more than I should have. There was something about the way she carried herself, determined, fearless, that drew me in every time.When we reached the training grounds, she wasted no time. Grabbing a pistol from the rack, she checked the clip with practiced ease before walking up to the targets.I stayed back, watching as she took her first shot. The crack of the gun echoed through the air, and the bullet hit the target dead center.“Not bad,” I said, crossing my arms.She turned to me with a smirk, her confidence practically radiating. “Not bad? That was perfect.”I chuckled, grabbing a pistol of my own. “Alright, let’s see if you can keep up with me.”For the next hour, we took turns firing at the targets, a playful competitiveness brewing between us. Astrid was good, better than I expected, but I wasn’t about to let her outshine me completely.By the time we finished, her
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Astrid's POVAs we pulled up to the meeting place, my mind was still swirling with Luca’s earlier words. “You’re like family.” The phrase lingered, gnawing at me. Family? What did that even mean to him? A sister figure? A trusted employee? I couldn’t tell. But I knew one thing, if Luca gave me another reason to question his feelings, I wasn’t going to let it slide.The building we entered was tall and imposing, with a level of security that screamed exclusivity. I stayed close to Luca as we were escorted to a special room where the Oscuridad partners waited.The moment we walked in, and there it was, the murmurs began. “Who’s she?”“A new face…”“Why bring someone outside the circle?”Their words weren’t subtle, and I could feel their eyes boring into me. Luca raised a hand, silencing them. “This is Astrid,” he said, his voice steady and authoritative. “She’s an ally and our personal hacker. She’s here because she’s essential to the family.”Essential? That’s it? I clenched my jaw,
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Astrid's POVWhen we pulled up to the mansion, Luca cut the engine but didn’t move to get out. He leaned back in his seat, running a hand through his hair.“Do you want to talk about it?” he asked suddenly.“Talk about what?” I replied, my tone sharper than intended.“Whatever’s bothering you,” he said, turning to look at me. “You’ve been off since this morning.”I laughed bitterly. “Maybe because I’m starting to wonder what I even mean to you, Luca.”He flinched, the honesty in my words clearly catching him off guard.“Astrid, you…”“No,” I interrupted. “Don’t try to sugarcoat it. Today, I was just the family’s hacker. That’s all I’ve ever been, isn’t it? Just someone convenient to have around because I’m good at what I do.”“That’s not true,” he said firmly, his voice laced with frustration.“Then what am I to you, Luca?” I demanded, turning to face him fully. “Am I just another piece in your game? Someone you’ll throw away the moment I’m no longer useful?”The silence that followed
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Luca's POVI was driving, no destination in mind. The argument with Astrid replayed in my head over and over again. Her voice, her eyes, damn it. She had a way of pushing every button I didn’t know existed.I gripped the steering wheel tighter, my knuckles turning white. I wasn’t angry at her. No, I was angry at myself. How could I tell her what I was feeling without actually saying it?Love. That word wasn’t even in my vocabulary. I’ve never been in love, never even considered it. For a man like me, a mafia boss with a reputation colder than stone, it felt impossible. But with Astrid, it was different. She made me want to try.I exhaled deeply, letting the idea settle. I was going to give it a shot. For her. With her. Turning the car around, I headed back to the mansion, determination burning in my chest.When I walked in, I found my mother and sisters in the sitting room, sipping tea like it was the middle of the day instead of late at night. My mother looked up at me, her face unre
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Astrid's POVWhat the hell are you doing here?” I demanded, though relief was already flooding my veins.He didn’t answer. Instead, he turned toward the man chasing me, his expression hardening.“Walk away,” Ace said, his voice low and commanding.The man hesitated, his eyes flicking between Ace and me. For a moment, I thought he might attack anyway. But then Ace reached inside his coat, pulling out a weapon.That was all it took. The man turned and fled, disappearing into the shadows.My knees felt weak, and I leaned against a nearby wall, trying to catch my breath. Ace tucked the weapon back into his coat, his sharp gaze settling on me.“You’re lucky I was nearby,” he said, his tone unreadable.“Nearby?” I repeated, suspicion flaring. “What were you doing near the café?”He raised an eyebrow. “Getting coffee, like any normal person.”“Right,” I said, crossing my arms. “And it’s just a coincidence that you happened to show up when some guy was chasing me down the street?”Ace smirked
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Astrid's POV“Didn't you hear me?” Ace snapped gently. I had been lost for a moment then I remembered the person I was dealing with. It was Ace, he would do or say anything to make things go his way.“Don't ever say that to me again.” I warned him, stepping out of the car. He opened the side of the driver seat and followed me.“Why? Because I'm an enemy. Luca has really fed you good with that horrible thought. We were once allies, remember?”“I don't remember anything Ace. Whatever that has to do with you, I don't remember.” I sighed, rubbing my temples. I was getting too tired, running from a strange man, having to be with an enemy and now he couldn't stop talking trash.“I need to rest, Ace. It's been a long day.” I said, starting to regret why I left the mansion, the comfortable bed all alone.“Of course. Let's go in.” Ace said, leading the way.I hesitated. The idea of staying with Ace felt wrong, but going back to Luca’s mansion didn’t feel right either, not after everything that
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Astrid's POVThe first rays of sunlight streamed through the window, but I didn’t feel the warmth. I had barely slept, and my thoughts were too chaotic to allow peace. Reluctantly, I got out of bed and made my way downstairs.I froze at the bottom step. Ace was there, deep in conversation with Helena, his personal hacker. The same Helena who I knew wanted him dead. From my hidden corner, I watched them. Ace stood close to her, trusting, oblivious to the fact that she was a snake in his garden.My mind raced. Should I tell him? Would he even believe me if I did? He had saved my life last night, dragged me out of hell, and now here I was, holding a dangerous secret about someone he trusted. Did I owe him the truth in return?Before I could decide, Helena’s sharp eyes darted in my direction. She saw me. I had no choice but to step out from the shadows.Helena’s gaze bore into mine, her lips curling into a faint, knowing smile. I didn’t trust her, and she knew it. For a moment, we just s
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Astrid's POVThe morning sun threw shadows at the cemetery as I looked at my bouquet of lilies. I was moving slowly in a discouraged manner until I managed to reach the gray headstone with my father’s name on it.His absence has been weighing down on me but this time, it hit harder than ever. I made my way over to his grave and kneeled beside it, the scent of dirt and lilies swirled all around me as I rested the flowers lightly on his grave. “Dad,” I stuttered, the hay of my voice was barely holding, “I don’t know what to do anymore. I thought siding with Ace, destroying Luca, that would give me peace. But now…” I felt like I was scrambling my words together. The cold stone wall came onto my palms when I lifted my hands together in prayer. “Do I believe that there’s something left of the man I once trusted? Or do I keep on walking this path with Ace? Tell me, Dad. What’s right for me now? What should I do?” My emotions began to build up, my guilt and confusion were mingling togethe
MY MAFIA’S CODED HEART chapter 104
Luca's POVThe blunt, sterile scent of the hospital room invaded my senses before I even opened my eyes. As I blinked towards the bright light, the sound of the beeping monitor was steady, rhythmic and annoyingly loud. My eyelids feel heavy, but I forced them open, squinting against the glare of the fluorescent lights above me.My body ached, my arm throbbed, but none of it mattered.“Astrid…” her name slipped from my lips before I even knew I was speaking. It was a whisper, barely audible, but it carried the weight of everything I felt.“She's not here,” the voice sounded familiar from my left.I turned my head, wincing at the sharp pill in my shoulder. Halo was standing in the corner of the room, arms crossed, his sharp eyes watching me like a hawk.The words sank in. Astrid wasn't here. A twinge of disappointment settled in my chest, and I wasn't sure why. Maybe it was because part of me had hoped everything from last night was just a dream.But it wasn't.“What happened to you, L
MY MAFIA’S CODED HEART chapter 103
Luca's POVThe pain radiated through my arm like burning flames, acute and merciless. For a moment my vision faded, and I staggered backward, gripping my arm. The metallic taste of blood rustled in the air and I could feel the heat of it coursing through my fingers.Astrid gasped in horror. “Luca…” she whispered, a tremor in her voice. She stared down at the gun in her hands and then back up at me. “I didn’t mean to … I didn’t mean to shoot you.”I let out a sound, It would have been laughter, but the pain made it a grimace. “You’ve got a funny way of showing mercy, then,” I said, propping myself against the side of the car. The edges of my vision went black as the blood continued streaming, soaking the shredded fabric of my shirt.“Stop talking!” Astrid snapped, panic lacing her voice. “You’re bleeding too much.”I bit my lip to stave off the pain. “Don’t think… This changes everything.“Shut up, Luca!” she barked, stepping closer. “The more you speak, the more blood you shed. And yo
MY MAFIA’S CODED HEART chapter 102
Astrid's POVThe heat in the vehicle was stifling, the incessant thud of my heart beat drowned the low whine of the car engine. I perched on the front seat, clenching my laptop between my thighs, the glowing screen setting up a soft light on my face. My earpods fitted perfectly into my ears while the voices of the men Ace had assigned to burn down Luca's property became clearer and clearer.“We've handled the securities ma'am, all of them down. Shall we proceed to the next thing?” One of them inquired.I gulped lightly while focusing on the screen. The camcorder appeared to be running a live feed of what appeared to be Luca's father's mansion, clearly succeeding in scaring me. It was stunning, in its own almost completely desolate and darkened way. An era of Luca was to be turned into a few sharp black ashes and dust.“Hold your position. You set the mansion ablaze on my call.” I responded as I was consistently wavered my fingers which were resting over the keyboard. While I didn't
MY MAFIA’S CODED HEART chapter 101
Astrid's POVThe more I thought about leaving Ace, the more difficult I thought it would be. It felt so impossible. I knew so much about this dangerous world of the mafias, something I never thought I'd get myself involved in.And now, all because of me, all because of the suggestion I brought up at the El sombra meeting, Luca was going to be drained of everything. I still couldn't forgive him for everything, how he had used me as a mere tool for building his territory, free from bad guys, free from more enemies. I would be the reason he crumbled overnight.Suddenly a knock on the door distracted my thoughts, so I closed my laptop. Hiding my plans of booking an aircraft for an escape to somewhere far, somewhere no one would know me. I would begin my life again, start anew and forget whatever I was experiencing here in the world of these brutal people.I opened the door slightly, it was a maid. “Sir Ace wants you at his office.” She informed me politely. I nodded, “Tell him I'll be t
MY MAFIA’S CODED HEART chapter 100
Luca's POVI sipped from my coffee, the flames finding its way to my face, and the steaminess almost damaging my taste buds. I ignored the mild burn I felt as I glared at the paper in my hand. I skimmed through the many words in black ink.I stopped skimming, “So in conclusion. They all want to flee because I'm in trouble?” I asked rhetorically, hissing as I flung the paper towards the desk in frustration.Halo approached the table, coffee in one hand as he used his free hand to drag out a chair.He sat down, “Well I guess you can say it like that.” he replied, sipping his coffee. He dropped the cup, stretching his hands towards the papers to grab it.“I think they are all a bunch of cowards. Running away after all they wanted was the Ivano family gone. And I accomplished that part of their worry and now they are running away because of the war.”“Don't be so hard on yourself. I think they are all cowards too. But you certainly can't blame them, they've got families too.” halo said.I
MY MAFIA’S CODED HEART chapter 99
Luca's POVThe city's buzz echoed in the atmosphere as I remained in my softly illuminated penthouse, gazing through the expansive glass doors up from here.The moon's light shone its brightness, it resembled cars as they weaved through the streets underneath, creating memories. Indiana wasn't a place of residence, yet it had turned into a refuge of sorts until things calmed down. I rested against the rim of the glass, the cold piercing my skin. I recalled the hospital, envisioning my father's pale ailing face while he rested on the surgical table. He appeared delicate, more feeble than I ever imagined a man like him could be. “Forgive them,” he had stated, his voice hardly more than a murmur. "Look after your mother and your sisters." "Also, Astrid…" I tightened my hands recalling the memory. His words pierced me like a sword. Even in the face of death, my father managed to consider Astrid. He thought she was my perfect match, that she merited my class of women. Deep down within
