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Mafia’s Property. Eight: Ava!
Natalia's POV: Ugh. I think I'm lost. No, I must have taken a wrong turn. My footsteps echoed, the sound bouncing off the walls, way too loudly in the silence as I moved through the dimly lit hallway. I stopped, staring down the long empty corridor. Dead end. My heart sped up. Any moment now and I could get caught, yet, I couldn't figure my way out. I retraced my steps, feeling my pulse hammering in my throat. I had to find Ava, I won’t give up. ~ ~ ~EARLIER: ‘Take me to my sister, please.’Luca’s face fell. “I… I already went against papà’s order by releasing you, I don't think I can break any more rules tonight.”My heart sank. Was this it? My new reality? How long was Carlo going to keep me away from Ava? For fuck’s sake, how could anyone be so cruel? I opened my mouth to plead again, but Luca spoke first. “But I could talk to him, get his permission for you to go see her.” I perked up at the little ray of hope, my pulse quickening. “And you're one hundred percent sure
Last Updated : 2024-10-19Mafia’s Property. Nine: A Monster.
Natalia's POV: ‘You do have a death wish, don’t you? Fine, I will grant it.” I glared at him. “Let go of me!” I snapped, my breathing uneven as I tried to snatch my hand away from his iron grip. Carlo infuriated and scared me, and I hated him. Carlo’s eyes darkened, his grip tightening painfully around my arm and I fought the urge to squirm. “Seems like you enjoyed your stay in the cell, didn't you, monella? Because I would be more than happy to take you down there again. Do you think you're untouchable because I've shown some restraint?” My heart skipped, but I masked it, lifting my chin in defiance. “I’m not scared of you, you disgusting monster!” I shot back. The second the words left my lips, I knew I’d pushed too far. His expression shifted—darker, crueler—and I saw a flicker of something dangerous in his eyes. “I think I've been too lenient with you, too soft…” His voice was low and steady. And without taking his eyes off me. “Prepare a buyer for the younger one.”I gasped
Last Updated : 2024-10-21Mafia’s Property. Ten: Crossfire.
TW: VIOLENCE!!Natalia's POV: My entire body tensed, panic crashing over me like a tidal wave. I could feel the sharp edge of the gun digging into my flesh, the harsh breath of the man behind me fanning across my neck as the hairs on it stood. Who was this man? Why would he attack me? Was it for money? “I…I don't have… have any money on me if that's what you're after,” I managed, fighting for air with his arm around my neck.“Shut your mouth,” he hissed in my ear, and my body trembled with fear.Oh God, how do I alert the bodyguard or Luca? My eyes darted frantically toward the entrance of the changing room, its blush-pink curtains were slightly opened offering a view of Luca. His back turned to me. I could see him talking on the phone, oblivious to what was happening…‘Luca! Luca, turn around, please!’ My pulse raced so fast I thought my heart might burst. “I’ll take the gun away, and you will follow me quietly. Any funny movements and I pull the trigger. Understood?” The man gr
Last Updated : 2024-10-22Mafia’s Property. Eleven: Crossfire (2)
Natalia's POV: ‘They found us’“Cazzo!” Luca hissed, his breath ragged as he yanked the gun from his back pocket, aiming it at the door. The sounds of footsteps grew closer, bouncing off the cold, concrete walls of the storage room. “What are you doing?” I whispered harshly, my heart hammering in my chest. “You can’t take all of them!”“I don't have any other plans, Nat,” Luca muttered through gritted teeth. “I have to fight even though this is a losing battle. In our world, it’s better to die with honor than die like a coward.”My stomach twisted at his words.Bullshit.“I’m not letting you sacrifice yourself! Benito already died. There’s gotta be another out of this storage room.”Before Luca could respond, the door handle rattled. My breath hitched as I heard muffled voices from the other side. “Bring down the door.” A man barked from behind the door. I broke out in cold sweat as fear spiked through me. The sound of a body slamming repeatedly against the door made my pulse ra
Last Updated : 2024-10-23Mafia’s Property. Twelve: Narrow Escape.
Natalia's POV: Pain…The hot throbbing pain was the first thing I felt.My body ached all over… I peeled my eyes open with great difficulty, my vision swam, and I could hear the faint sound of muffled voices in the background. My head felt heavy, and it took a moment for my brain to catch up, registering my surroundings. “Oh, good. You’re awake.” I blinked as a female doctor leaned over me. What happened? I blinked again, trying to understand what was going on. And then it all came crashing in… Flashes of the attack at the boutique flooded my mind, the chaos, tension, and fear... ‘I made it out alive!’ A breath of relief escaped me—Wait… Luca… did he? “How are you?” The doctor asked gently, interrupting my thoughts. “I’m Doctor Camilla.”I shook my head. “Luca, he…”“I’m here.” Luca stepped out from behind the doctor and my racing heart slowed. Relief washed over me. At least he was alive. As much as I’d hate to admit it, he'd really become a friend and he was really nice
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Last Updated : 2024-10-25Mafia’s Property. Fourteen: The Morning After.
Natalia’s POV:Morning light filtered into the room, sunshine hitting my eyes and waking me up.I rolled off the bed, wincing as I put pressure on my wound. Fuck, I kept forgetting I was injured whenever I woke up! My belly grumbled loudly, twisting with hunger pangs. After freshening up, I slipped into the hallway. The smell of freshly baked pastries made my mouth water. In the kitchen, I found Caterina and Angela preparing breakfast. Caterina was taking something out of the oven. “Hello,” I said as I walked in.They both turned to me, and Angela smiled at me, holding up a mug. “Hi, coffee?” I took a stool by the island. “Yes, please.” But Caterina frowned. “You shouldn't be moving too much or putting pressure on that,” she said firmly, pointing to my bandaged side. Angela chuckled softly, wheeling her chair over. “You worry too much, Zia.” She passed me a cup of coffee just as Caterina set a tray of freshly baked pastries in front of me. “You should eat more, so the pain m
Last Updated : 2024-10-26Mafia’s Property. Fifteen: Deception.
Natalia’s POV:It’s been four days since I received the strange note. I was anxious as hell. It seemed like an opportunity to escape this hell hole but at the same time... It felt like a trap. Okay, hear me out. First, I didn't know if Vittoria was in on it or not. I couldn't figure out if she even knew about the note, what if she didn't? I’d spent the last few days watching her every move, trying to figure out if she knew about the note, annnnd. Nothing. She was just her usual, calm, polite, and naive self. I do know looks could be deceiving but I didn't want to make any mistakes. Secondly, a part of me thought about the possibility of Carlo being behind this. I mean, his guards are always on high alert, they searched everyone, especially the maids who attended to me. So how did that note go unnoticed? What if Carlo wanted to test me? Get me into trouble? No. I’d lay low, at least until the next message. Maybe then I’d find a clue, something that would help me decide if I could
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Mafia’s Property. Hundred & Fifty-Six: Park Date :) 2
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Mafia’s Property. Hundred & Fifty-Four: Park Date :)
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Mafia’s Property. Hundred & Fifty-Three: Kisses
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Mafia’s Property. Hundred & Fifty-Two:
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Mafia’s Property. Hundred & Fifty-One: Found Family.
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Mafia’s Property. Hundred & Fifty: Feelings¿¿
Natalia's POV: My face was burning…‘She knows. She definitely knows.’ I thought to myself as the maid carefully set the tray down on my dressing, clearly avoiding my eyes and Carlo's.“I'm leaving now, miss,” she said, hurrying out before I could even reply and I turned to Carlo with a glare.“Great, now I'll never not be awkward around that maid,” I huffed and he pulled me in for a side hug.“I could let her off, if you want,” he suggested, placing a kiss on my cheek and I tried to wriggle out of his hold. “I didn't say that,” I sighed deeply. “You can't fire someone because you refused to wait until we were alone to do…”“To do what?” He teased. “Go on, say it.”“Whatever,” I rolled my eyes. “I'm just saying it was crazy letting her stand by the door while we did what we did.” He pretended to brush something off my tee shirt. “But you liked it, didn't you?” “Liked what?” I feigned ignorance.But he wasn't buying it, if the way he was biting back his smile was any indication. “
