The night of the grand party arrived, and Eva's nerves were on edge. She had never been one for the spotlight, and the thought of facing all those reporters and cameras made her stomach twist with anxiety. But Rafael was by her side, his hand clasped tightly around hers, and he seemed to sense her unease."Don't worry, my love," he whispered in her ear. "You are the queen of my heart, and I will be right there beside you every step of the way."As they entered the grand ballroom, a sea of faces turned towards them, all eager to catch a glimpse of the mysterious woman who had captured Rafael's heart. Eva's eyes scanned the room, taking in the sheer scale of the party. There were reporters from all over the world, camera crews, and even a few celebrities.Rafael led her to the front of the room, where a podium was set up. He took a deep breath, and his voice boomed out across the room."Ladies and gentlemen," he began. "Family, friends, and honored guests. I stand before you tonight to
After their hot session, Bella was still thinking about what had happened tonight, so she couldn't sleep while Rafael was already asleep on the bed.She saw Alexander, and his memories were still vivid in her mind. She naively trusted me, but he deceived her and played with her emotions.She couldn't shake off the feeling of betrayal and hurt that lingered in her heart. Bella tossed and turned, trying to make sense of it all. She couldn't believe that someone she had cared for so deeply could have been capable of such cruelty. How could she have been so blind to his true intentions? The weight of it all felt suffocating.She got out of bed and moved toward the balcony, gazing up at the overcast sky. She remembered that Alexander had saved her when her life had been in a similar situation with heavy clouds. But that was all part of his plan.Bella's eyes gazed out at the overcast sky, her mind consumed by the turmoil of her past. She couldn't believe that Alexander, the person she had
"Don't forget I am Rafael King’s wife, and you should know your place; you better stay away from me if you don't want to end up like your brother."As soon as she pushed him and turned and walked inside the mansion, she saw Rafael standing there."Rafael!""Go and sit inside the car; I'll be there in a minute; we are leaving," he said firmly."But"He stared at her,"Okay," she nodded and left.He walks toward Alexander, and Rafael is not in a good mood.Rafael's eyes blazed with anger as he approached Alexander, his fists clenched at his sides. "You're a dead man walking, Alexander," Rafael growled, his voice low and menacing.Alexander scoffed, "You'll never be able to touch me, Rafael. You'll hurt Eva; trust me, she wants me."Rafael's eyes narrowed. "You're even more stupid than I thought. My wife wants me, not some cheater. How dare you touch her?"Alexander's smile was taunting. "Oh, I've done more than touch her, Rafael. I've had her. And she loved every minute of it."Rafael's
"Did you ever sleep with Alexander?" he asked, looking into her eyes.Rafael's question made her stunned. Eva's eyes widened in shock, her mind reeling from the sudden question. She felt like she had been punched in the gut, her breath knocked out of her."Wh-what?" she stuttered, trying to process the question.Rafael's gaze bore into hers, his eyes searching for the truth. "Did. You. Ever. Sleep. With. Alexander?" he repeated, his voice low and menacing.Eva's face felt like it was on fire, her cheeks burning with shame and embarrassment. She tried to look away, but Rafael's grip on her chin held her in place."No," she whispered, her voice barely audible.Rafael's eyes narrowed, his gaze piercing. "Don't lie to me, Eva," he growled. "I need to know the truth."Eva's heart was racing, her mind racing with thoughts of Alexander and their past. She knew she had to tell Rafael the truth, but she was scared of his reaction."I...I kissed him," she admitted, her voice trembling. "But tha
Rafael was truly obsessed with her. After that, he picked her up in his arm and walked inside the bathroom, standing under the shower and making love once more.Rafael's eyes locked onto Eva's, his gaze burning with intensity. He moved closer, his lips brushing against hers in a gentle yet possessive kiss. "You are mine," he whispered, his voice filled with emotion. "Mine to cherish, mine to love, mine to protect."The warm water of the shower cascaded down around them, enveloping them in a cozy embrace. Rafael's hands roamed Eva's body, his touch tender and loving.He claimed her lips with a tender, yet passionate kiss, whispering, "You are mine, my everything. My heart beats for you alone." In that moment, Eva knew she was home. She felt the weight of Rafael's devotion, the unshakeable foundation of his love. Tears pricked at the corners of her eyes as she realized she was cherished, truly, and deeply loved.Rafael's voice was a gentle whisper, a soothing melody that calmed her very
“I want you to respect me, Eleanor.” Her voice firmed.Eleanor's eyes flashed with anger, her face pale with rage. "How dare you address me by my first name?" she spat, her voice trembling with indignation. "You will address me as Mrs. King. Never Eleanor."Eva stood her ground, her eyes locked onto Eleanor's. "I'm sorry, Eleanor," she said, deliberately using the first name again. "But I'm not going to pretend to be something I'm not. I'm Rafael's wife, and I'll address you as I see fit."Eleanor's hands clenched into fists, her nails digging into her palms. "You will show some respect," she hissed. "I am your elder, and I am Rafael's mother. You will not disrespect me like this."Eva smiled a calm, calculated smile. "To get respect, you have to give respect first and you are calling me an outsider; I rule your son's heart; I am his queen, and you are talking about bloodline, the same bloodline that was once his wife, who killed her own father; what kind of blood of your family?" She
Eva finds herself at a loss for words as a lavish supper is planned and everyone is seated; nonetheless, Rafael is comforting her by holding her hand beneath the table. Her life was ordinary until a few months ago, and now she's dining with some of the top mob bosses in the world. She glanced to Rafael, who returned the stare with a smile.As the waiters poured wine and served the first course, Eva's mind raced with thoughts of her unexpected journey. From a simple life to a world of luxury and danger, she had become a part of something much bigger than herself.Rafael's hand, warm and reassuring, tightened around hers, as if sensing her unease. She felt a surge of gratitude towards him, her husband, her protector, and her love.Don Esposito, the patriarch of the Esposito family, raised his glass, his voice booming across the table. "To new alliances, cheers!" The room erupted with the sound of clinking glasses.Santiago kept glancing in the direction of the door, as though he was exp
Eva was looking at Esposito’s estate from the balcony; it was a huge place, and there was tight security all around. How can she forget that this is what the life of a mafia is like? She remembers her old days when she was just a normal reporter and used to wait for hours to interview the celebrities and big businessmen, but still she was happy in that life because it was a simple life—no guards, no guns, only peace.Eva's gaze swept across the sprawling estate, the lush gardens, and the imposing walls that seemed to suffocate her. She felt like a bird in a gilded cage, trapped in a life that wasn't hers. The security was suffocating, a constant reminder of the dangers that lurked in the shadows.As she stood there, lost in thought, her mind wandered back to her old life. She remembered the thrill of chasing down a lead, the rush of adrenaline as she waited for hours to get a scoop. She had been a normal reporter with normal problems, not like this...this mafia's wife.She longed for
After 5 yearsRafael's eyes snapped open, his mind racing as the memories came flooding back. It had been five years since that fateful night, but the pain still felt like a fresh wound. He could still see Eva's face, pale and lifeless, her eyes closed.He experienced the real fear for the first time; for the first time, he understood the fragility of life. and how it feels when you lose a loved one. He never wanted to experience that feeling again.He looked on the other side of the bed, which was empty. He is surprised to see; soon the bathroom door clicked open and revealed his beautiful wife Eva.Rafael moved towards her and touched her face. Eva smiled."Don't go away from me; I feel like I'm going to lose you again.""Did you have that dream again?"She nodded,"Rafa, it's been 5 years since the accident; everything is fine now." She softly touched Rafael's face; Rafael rested his forehead on hers; both closed their eyes."That experience was the worst phase of my life.""But I'm
Rafael and Alexander stood at the forefront of their army, overlooking the vast estate of Lorenzo's mansion. They had built a formidable army, a coalition of their most trusted soldiers and allies."Tonight, we will bring Eva back," Rafael declared, his voice echoing through the ranks.Alexander nodded, his eyes gleaming with determination. "We will show Lorenzo the true meaning of power."With a nod, he gave the signal, and his army advanced a tidal wave of strength and firepower. They stormed the gate, overwhelming Lorenzo's guards with overwhelming numbers.Rafael and Alexander led the attack, their guns blazing as they ripped through the enemy lines. They fought with precision and skill, their years of experience and training giving them the edge.Lorenzo's men were no match for Rafael's army of kings. They retreated and entered the mansion as Rafael and Alexander's forces drew closer.The two leaders exchanged a sharp glance, then stormed through the front door, their guns at the
Rafael's eyes filled with tears as he looked at Sarah, her body still shaking with sobs. He knew he had to do something, anything, to help her. And then he remembered Blaze's last wish."Blaze wanted me to send you away from all this," Rafael said, his voice barely above a whisper. "He wanted you to be safe, to be far away from this dark world."Sarah looked up at him, her eyes red and puffy from crying. "What do you mean?" she asked, her voice shaking.Rafael took a deep breath. "He wanted me to send you to a place where you can start over, where you can leave all this behind. A place where you can be happy and achieve your goal, Sarah."Sarah's eyes widened in shock. "But I don't want to leave," she said, her voice firm. "I want to stay here,Rafael's expression was firm. "No, Sarah. This is exactly what Blaze didn't want. He wanted you to be safe, and I'm going to make sure that happens."With a gentle but firm touch, Rafael led Sarah away from the gravesite, away from the darkness
Rafael's face twisted in rage as he yelled, "What do you want, Rosalina?" The sound of his voice echoed off the warehouse walls, making Rosalina's smile seem even more sinister.Rosalina's smile never wavered, her eyes gleaming with a malevolent intensity. "Oh, Rafael," she purred, her voice dripping with malice. "I want what's rightfully mine. I want the power, the control, the respect. And I'll stop at nothing to get it."Rafael's eyes blazed with fury, his chest heaving with anger. "You'll never have it, Rosalina," he snarled, his voice low and menacing. "Not as long as I'm alive."Rosalina chuckled, the sound sending a chill down Rafael's spine. "We'll see about that, Rafael," she said, her eyes glinting with amusement. "You see, I have Eva. And I'll use her to get what I want. You'll do exactly as I say, or she'll suffer the consequences."Rafael's face twisted in anguish, his mind racing with thoughts of Eva in danger. "I'll never let that happen, Rosalina," he growled, his fist
"How dare you?" Eleanor hissed, her face inches from Rosalina's. "You will pay for your treachery. You will pay for even thinking of harming Rafael. He's my son, and I will stop at nothing to keep him safe.""He is not your son, Eleanor; he is your sister's son; don't forget he insulted you because of that bitch, and she needs to pay," Rosalina screamed, her voice venomous. "You're just a pathetic guardian, Eleanor. Rafael doesn't even respect you. He thinks you're weak because of your sister's legacy."Eleanor's face twisted in rage, and she raised her hand to slap Rosalina again. But Rosalina was ready. With a snarl, she pulled out a knife and lunged at Eleanor.The room erupted into chaos as Eleanor's entourage rushed to defend her. But Eleanor stood frozen, her eyes locked on Rosalina's knife. She knew she had underestimated Rosalina's desperation.With a swift motion, Rosalina plunged the knife into Eleanor's chest. Eleanor's eyes widened in shock as she stumbled backward, her ha
The grand entrance of the King mansion swung open, and Geoffrey McClane stepped inside, his son Blaze and daughter Sophia by his side. As they entered, a warm smile greeted them from across the room. Rafael King, a boy around Blaze's age, approached them with an air of confidence."Uncle Geoffrey, who's that with you?" Rafael asked, his eyes sparkling with curiosity.Geoffrey's face lit up with a proud smile. "This is my son Blaze, and this is Sophia, my daughter."The kids exchanged shy smiles, their eyes locking in a moment of tentative friendship.Rafael, dressed in a miniature version of his father's tailored suit, stepped forward and extended his hand towards Blaze. "Hello, I'm Rafael King."Just as Blaze was about to shake his hand, a sweet voice called out from across the room. "Rafael!!"Rafael turned towards the voice, a hint of mischief in his eyes. "Yes, mom."A stunning woman, Helen King, glided into the room, her elegant dress rustling with each step. Her warm smile falte
Blaze's voice cut through the silence, his eyes fixed on the road ahead. "You wanted to know about my family, right? Let me tell you now."Sarah's gaze drifted from the window to Blaze's profile, her expression wary."My family's not like yours, Sarah. We're not normal. My father's a made man, a high-ranking member of the mafia. And my sister... she was caught in the crossfire."Blaze's jaw clenched, his knuckles white on the steering wheel."She fell for the wrong guy, a gang leader from a rival family who killed my father. But he didn't love her, Sarah. He used her as a pawn to get to Rafael’s mother, to gain power and control."Sarah's eyes widened her heart racing with anticipation."He manipulated her, played on her emotions, and she didn't see it. She thought she was in love, but really, she was just a tool for him to use." Blaze's voice dripped with venom."And when he was done with her, he discarded her. But my Mrs. King’s men found out, and they went after him. There was a s
Rafael entered the room, his eyes scanning the space until they landed on Eva's peaceful form. She was sleeping, her chest rising and falling with each gentle breath. He approached her, his footsteps quiet on the floor.As he drew closer, his gaze fell on her face, serene and beautiful in slumber. He felt a pang of guilt, knowing that he had been keeping secrets from her and that his actions had put her in danger.His eyes drifted to her baby bump, a symbol of their love and future. He felt a surge of protectiveness, a desire to keep her and their child safe from harm.Rafael's hand reached out, hesitating for a moment before gently touching her belly. He felt a sense of awe, wonder, and love as he connected with their unborn child.He leaned in, his lips brushing against her skin in a soft kiss. Eva stirred, her eyes fluttering open as she sensed his presence."Rafael?" she whispered, her voice husky with sleep.He smiled, his eyes locked on hers. "I'm here, mi amor," he whispered ba
"Is it necessary to leave this place? I like this place; we have been here for so many months." Sarah said sadly.Blaze cups her face and says, "It is also important to fulfill your dream, Sarah. I also want you to fulfill your dream of becoming a doctor. I will send you to a place from where you will be able to fulfill your dream, and maybe by now those people will have forgotten us, so maybe you will not be in any danger.""But I don't want to leave you," Sarah said, hugging Blaze.Blaze's eyes softened as he gazed at Sarah, his heart aching with emotion. He knew how much she had grown to love this place and how much she had grown to rely on him. But he also knew that he couldn't keep her here, not when there was a chance for her to fulfill her dreams."Sarah, my love," he whispered, his voice trembling with emotion. "I want you to have everything you deserve. I want you to become the doctor you've always wanted to be. And I know that can't happen here."Sarah's eyes welled up with