Chapter 63

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