The guard pulled open the car door for Mimi and she glanced at the guard before getting into the car. She turned towards Marco who had his gaze fixated on her, and smirked as she pulled off her oversized shades. “Long time no see,” She drawled, the smirk still in place. Marco returned the smirk with his charming ones. The kind that would disarm anyone. “Indeed, The Miracle Gonzalo.” He replied, his voice smooth and unhurried. Their eyes met in a silent clash of egos, each too proud to break the moment first. They were supposed to be fiancés, but their relationship was a battlefield of egos, they were unwilling to yield. Despite looking at the woman before him and taking in every feature of her face, Marco never felt his heart skip a beat like it always did each time he glanced at Alessia. If anything, he didn’t even feel like staring at Miracle. So many years had passed and she had eventually grown into a very beautiful woman. But to him, the only woman who was beautiful enough
“Long time no see, Girlfriend,” Gaia said as she flashed her perfect set of teeth at Mimi and Marco.Marco felt like rubbing the space between his brows, knowing that he was in for a lot of drama from these two.Mimi returned the smile with the same ones that didn’t reach her eyes as she asked, “Girlfriend? Excuse me, but I’m not a petty soldier.” Mimi retorted sarcastically.Well apparently, something had transpired between the both of them and they ended up getting separated as friends.So now, the only thing left was a bunch of frenemies.Gaia twirled the glass in her hand around as she raised a brow. She never wanted to cause a scene or maybe shame Mimi before Marco, but the girl was being unreasonable for no reason.“Petty soldier you say? I think that petty soldier is better than a spoiled brat civilian who can’t tell their left from right.” Gaia said in return, maintaining a stoic expression.“What? What did you call me?” Mimi dropped her hand from Marco’s as she watched Gaia i
“Well, thank goodness. Your Uncle, Francesco, and the entire family have approved of the one-month extension you asked for. So the wedding wouldn’t be an excuse for you not to also focus on finding that bastard.” Ezekiel said to Marco who was seated opposite him.Marco breathed out a sigh of relief, knowing his heart and head would finally be at peace and would eventually function better this time.He had been so stressed out by the fact that he was getting married in 5 days and at the same time trying to catch Double S.Now that he had been granted an extra month, he would have the chance to focus on Double S.But again, he had to stop the wedding with Mimi. He couldn’t just sit around and wait for her to sort it out like she said earlier. He knew without a doubt that it wouldn’t be that easy for her to achieve.So, he would take matters into his own hands and stop the damn wedding coming up in 5 days.After he left the party the previous night, he had gone straight to the mansion an
“Why did he hang up on me?” Mimi asked as she pulled the phone away from her ear, staring at the screen.“He didn’t even let me say what I had to say. I’ll call him back.” She said and dialed his number again.But surprisingly, Marco’s phone suddenly went dead.“What the?” She glanced at the maid in her bedroom and back at her phone.“Did he turn his phone off?”The maid said nothing as she watched Mimi pace back and forth in the bedroom.She was dressed in a white dress that hugged her slender waist and flared downwards. The upper part was tight as it clung onto her body like a second skin.Her long red hair was let loose, falling in heavy curls around her.The maid opened her mouth to say something, but the moment she saw Mimi’s face, she gave up and shut her mouth.Mimi tried multiple times to reach Marco again, but all the results remained the same. He was unreachable.She gritted her teeth, and threw the phone on the bed, “How could he just ignore me like that? Did I say somethin
Everyone turned to Marco the moment they heard Dante’s words.It was surprising to see he had already woken up in the space of one hour. Of course, this was Marco for crying out loud. It was as if he was immune to pain and injuries.Dante hurriedly walked forward towards him, but before he could say a word, Ezekiel beat him to it.“What the fuck happened to you?” He asked Marco seriously.Marco shut his eyes briefly and opened them again. “ I was attacked by Double S.”At those words, everyone except Selena gasped, “What the hell? Double S tried to kill you in person?” Dante was surprised, Double S never showed himself to the public. He always wore a mask to conceal his face, and the fact that Marco saw him meant he really wanted to kill Marco this time.Dante turned to look at the Doctor and bowed politely, “Ezekiel would see you out.” Ezekiel wanted to protest, but seeing the look Dante threw at him, he had no other choice than to accept.“This way, sir.”The both of them left toget
“Can I have a word with you?” The moment Alessia heard his voice, she looked up at him, her piercing blue eyes looking dim totally unlike the usual one he saw the first time she arrived.Marco had really dimmed her shine by keeping her locked up here.“I don’t want to have any words with you,” she replied and brought her head down again.Dante let out a sigh and proceeded towards the bed.“Stay put,” She halted him in his tracks. “Whatever you have to say, please say it from there.” She added.Dante nodded and opened his mouth, “Look, Alessia. I know what Marco did to you was totally uncalled for. That is why I’ve come here, to help you elevate those terrible memories and make you feel at home, at least for a while.”Hearing those words from him, Alessia finally looked up at him, “What do you mean? What exactly are you talking about?” She couldn’t help but ask.“So it’s this way, we won’t be having a party in a few minutes downstairs in the party room. Apparently, one of us is having
“So you’re saying you won’t listen to your father? Is that it, Grace?” Grace rolled her eyes exhaustedly as she walked out of the club. The nagging never ends.“Mum, I never said I wouldn't listen. You just have to make him understand that this club is like the highest-paying center in this city. I need to save up some more before I move abroad.” She explained again for the tenth time to her mum who had made it a life goal to always nag her about working at the club.“Grace, we know they pay well. But we’re worried about your safety. I’ve heard so much bad news about that place and it’s not safe for a woman.” Her mum said again, not about to give up.“But I’ve worked there for three years. Nothing has happened to me.”“And isn’t three years enough time to save up enough to leave? You’ve been saving for three damn years! Do you plan to become America’s president when you get there?!” This time, she couldn’t help but yell out.Grace winced and distanced the phone from her ear for a brie
“Is something wrong?” The man asked, raising a perfectly carved eyebrow.Grace struggled to find her voice as she took in his appearance.If it weren’t for his gray eyes, she definitely would have thought he had a close tie with Alessia.“No, nothing’s wrong. Thank you for saving me.” She said and gave a slight bow.The man scanned her body, seeing the arm she held onto, he looked up at her and sighed, “Your arm, let’s go to the clinic. There’s one a few meters away from here.” He offered, all the while maintaining a calm expression.Grace looked down at her injured arm and then looked up at him. For some reason, she felt fear just staring at him right now. A part of her screamed at her to run as far as possible from that man, but she stood her ground. He couldn’t possibly save her only to harm her afterward, right?“Miss?” The man called for her deviated attention again and she returned her gaze to him.“Oh, this…. Ok.” She finally accepted.He smiled at her and gestured for her to w
"And what do you mean by that?" Victor asked in confusion. He didn't understand what Dante meant by taking it to the next level. " You want to marry her? " He added. "What? No! She would never accept me." Dante's lips twitched. "Then what are you talking about, you punk?" "It simply means that I want to ask her to become my girlfriend." Dante rolled his eyes and said. Victor was a doctor, but a dumb one. " So you two aren't a couple yet? Got it. You're just friends? " " With benefits." Dante finished, giving him a firm nod. Victor shook his head at the absurdity of his words. Dante was definitely sick in the head. "I can't stay here anymore. I can't believe you all still indulge in this silly friends with benefits shit! I better leave!" He yelled and turned to walk away. Dante chuckled and followed after him. Victor was such a character, that was exactly why they needed him around. After Victor left, Dante went in search of Grace. He found her in her bedroom and on phone wit
“You did what?!" Salvatore’s voice thundered as he yelled at his right-hand man, Kade, an American. Kade had narrated the entire operation to him. Today had been a total mess. The initial plan was to grab Alessia and return to Salvatore, but thanks to Marco, they had to waste some bullets. They didn't even go with enough. “Sorry, Tore. We tried not to attack, but that Marco man had to open fire, and we lost Lorenzo." Kade explained again, he knew how dangerous Salvatore could be when he was angered. Salvatore glared at the good-for-nothing men he had deployed to get Alessia for him.Salvatore’s dark eyes narrowed as he slowly turned to the rest of his men, his jaw clenched. "You lost Lorenzo… but what about Alessia? Where is she? Why didn’t you bring her?"Kade swallowed, glancing nervously at the others as if searching for backup. "We planned to take her. Just grab her quietly and bring her back, like you ordered, boss. But Marco didn’t give us a chance. He opened fire, and we ha
Alessia was dumbfounded when she heard Marco's words. The house was hers? He bought a house for her?! It was hard to believe that Marco went out of his way to buy a mansion by the seaside for her.Kendrick bowed with a smile when Alessia pulled Marco in for a hug. She owned a house? Like her own house now? She kept asking herself multiple questions, unable to come up with a solid answer.Kendrick then excused himself, wanting to set up lunch for the both of them.The moment he left, Alessia turned to Marco. “Seriously? A house for me?" She asked him, her eyes shining with unshed tears.Marco grinned and nodded. “It's what I have to do for my woman. My girlfriend." He added the last part with a gentle kiss on her shoulders.Alessia's heart fluttered; he hadn't asked her out yet, but he called her his girlfriend. Should she be happy or sad?“Your girlfriend? Since when?" She asked purposely, cocking her head to the side.Marco looked away, flustered. He realized he hadn't even asked her
Dante’s words continuously rang in Marco's head as he walked out of his office. He had acted tough and nonchalant just now, but deep down, he was bittered. This position as Clan head was acquired from his sweat and blood, his sleepless nights, and brutal training, but he was about to give it all up.He knew he would officially draw the battleline between him and his father, but he didn't care one bit. He was already tired of fighting a losing battle. As much as he hated to admit it, Double S was much more powerful than he could ever be. He was tactical and wise in this game of theirs.Marco walked into the living room to see Alessia and Grace seated and covering.At this moment, all Marco wanted was to be in her arms and never move away, but she needed to have an alone time with her friend after all. Alessia turned to see him, she saw the look in his eyes and frowned. She could already sense that he was in a sore mood.“I'll be back." She said to Grace and stood up to approach Marco.
"We have to get Alessia out of Marco’s house," Salvatore said firmly as he sat back down. He stood up earlier to pace the room after the realization that Alessia was his sister. His twin sister.Marcel barely lifted his head. "I know. And you’ll do whatever it takes to make sure that happens."Salvatore nodded. "I’ll get her out. No matter what."Marcel gave a small nod, his eyes cold and calculating. "Good. Then go."Salvatore turned to leave, his steps steady as he walked out of the room, leaving his father alone. Marcel sat quietly for a moment, his fingers tapping the armrest of his chair. His heart trembled slightly, a rare sign of emotion for him. He couldn’t stop thinking about Alessia. She was his daughter, after all. Though he hadn't seen her in person, that photo was enough.How could Celine have kept this from him? How could she have hidden their child before dying? Marcel clenched his fist, his face tightening with anger and regret. He wasn’t sure how, but he would get Ale
The double doors of the Marino base mansion swung open, and Salvatore stepped inside. His usual calmness was gone, replaced with excitement as he walked briskly through the grand hallway. Today, he had news—important news. He stopped the first servant he saw. "Where's my father?"The servant, a bit startled, nodded toward the garden. "The boss is in the garden, sir."Salvatore nodded curtly, barely acknowledging the response before heading straight to the garden. He passed through a maze of corridors, finally bursting through the doors that led outside. As he approached the entrance to the garden, the guard stationed there stepped forward."The boss is in a conversation, sir," the guard said, his voice low and respectful.Salvatore narrowed his eyes. "With who?"The guard glanced toward the garden and hesitated before responding. "A woman, sir."Not bothering to wait for more details, Salvatore pushed past the guard and strode into the garden. His eyes immediately fell on Marcel, sit
"Let's watch a movie instead," Alessia suggested as she stepped out of the bathroom, holding her hair up with the hairpin she had fortunately brought along with her from the base. Marco sprawled on the couch in the living room, turned to look at her. "I don't watch movies, Mia Cara. I'll rather hold you throughout the night." He grumbled. Alessia snorted, taking a seat beside him on the couch. "I've always known you to be a boring man, but not watching a movie? That's extreme, Marco." She stated, reaching for the remote control on the table before them. Marco opened his mouth, ready to protest and maybe, snatch the remote from her, but Alessia added before he could do so, "Don't even think of anything funny, Marco De Luca. You won't like the outcome." Marco sighed dejectedly and instead, snaked his hand around her neck to hold her close. "At least let me hold you while we watch the movie." Alessia didn't protest, letting him hold her close. Honestly, she needed the warmth radia
Marco lifted her off the ground, not breaking the kiss as he carried her bridal style into the house.Alessia's dainty hands were wrapped around his neck, her face heating up at the sweetness of his lips on hers.She could never get enough of kissing this man.He walked into the massive bedroom, shutting the door with his right leg and hurriedly setting her down there.Alessia was confused as to why he placed her down by the door. Her chest heaved up and down from the intense kiss they just shared.Her blue eyes sparkled when it met his.Alessia didn't even get the chance to admire the room before Marco spoke.“I want to take you here." He muttered, closing the distance between them as his hand snaked around her waist again.Take her here? Which meant that he wanted to have sex with her by the bedroom door.For some reason, the idea made Alessia's core throb in excitement. She had always wanted to try out new things, and it was time to do so.“Take me…. Wherever and however you want m
"Oh my goodness!" Alessia gasped in shock, staring at the place. Before she was a calm lake, looking ever so peaceful and wonderful as the birds chirped in the background. She had never seen anything so peaceful in her entire life. This made her wonder just how long she had been living a life of stress. If she wasn't being a nanny, then she was on the run from a Mafia boss, she never had the luxury to go for a vacation or maybe visit the beach. Alessia loved water a lot. She would do anything to be closer to one. "You like it?" Marco asked from behind her. " I love it! " She yelled out with a huge smile, turning to look at him. "There's more," "There's more?" Alessia asked him, her eyes shining brightly. Marco nodded, confirming her words."Oh my goodness, show me!" She yelled and rushed towards him." Calm down, Mia Cara. I'll show you if you're calm. " Marco teased, snaking a hand around her waist to pull her closer to him. Alessia blushed and nodded, making a sign of zippin