5| Hungover

Laila

He kissed me with hunger like a man that is starved for days, I was shocked at first and I responded with the same force. Then I was disgusted as I remembered where his lips were before mine. I backed away which made me blush profusely, he smirked and said "Looks like that will be more than friends, Bambina"

"You kissed me with that mouth, from which I remembered, that same mouth was stuck with that p**a" He had a cocky smirk now making his head slant slightly to the right side.

"Don't worry gattina, that kiss was sloppy, this kiss was much better than I imagined it would be. You exceeded my expectations bambina"

I had my mouth wide open utterly bewildered, he thought about this moment. While I happened to had a wet dream about him. Dios mio "You- you imagined this would happen?" He nodded then cupped my face looking at my eyes. I looked away breaking our staring contest. Which made him sigh. He caressed my face making me look back at him again, I saw an unknown emotion flash through him then he said "Let's go downstairs, my cousin is waiting for you" But before I escaped his hold he pecked my lips then caressed my face and smiled. I heard him utter under his breath 'worth so much more.'

Dios mio he will be the death of me.

That was one panty-dropping smile. I smiled back making butterflies erupt in my stomach. I begin to lecture myself that I needed to focus on myself and this is nothing. Except for lust. That is all there is, I will not make myself suffer another heartbreak.

My heart had enough of it.

Alessandro 

After I brought Laila downstairs to Isa. Which Isa gave me a questioning look that turned into a smirk. I just shook my head. They left my club seeing they were both tired from partying. It is already one-thirty in the morning they had to head home as for the investigation about Laila serves me right she has work tomorrow. 

After that encounter with Laila I needed a scotch, I headed to the bar ordering one. I reminisce about the moments I was with Laila, I became furious at how she danced and swayed her body to that bastardo 'That bastardo is grinding with something that I found first'. 

I don't know why I acted like that but, the first time we met she made me reminisce about my last years of college, the girl I can't have because of my 'priorities' as per Nonno. She had a boyfriend and I can't pursue her, she was the one that the Americans say 'the one that got away.' But, now that I encountered the same girl, I can't help but pursue her, damn the consequences. 

Eventually, I can't do that because I have goals to do and it is to make sure I would always stay on top of the skyline. I should stop all of these nonsense fantasies as it will be only PURE LUST.

Dante is calling, the one who handles all my clubs, I answered and all I hear is a sigh from him.

"Speak I don't have all day Dante" 

"Capo, someone has stolen a million worth of cocaine, that should be delivered today"

"Che cosa! Come è successo? Dante, questo stronzo dovrebbe sapere di non scherzare con me." (What! How did this happen? Dante, this fuckhead should know not to mess with me.)

"Mi dispiace fratello, ma c'è una talpa con quelli che stanno maneggiando le casse dentro. So che non era Roberto perché ero con lui al molo. Voleva essere lui a dirtelo ma, volevo comunicarti questa notizia in modo che non gli taglierai la testa a pezzi." (I am sorry brother, but there is a mole with those who are handling the crates inside. I know it wasn't Roberto because I was with him at the docks. He wanted to be the one to tell you but, I wanted to deliver this news to you, so that you will not cut his head into pieces.)

"Trova quello stronzo! e portalo da me. È ora che mi diverta." (Find that fucker! and bring him to me. It is time I will have some fun.)

Antonio entered the club with his girlfriend and our childhood best friend 'Bianca Elle Garcia'. Antonio fell in love with her, I never had feelings for her except her being my sister not by blood, she also fell in love with Antonio. Before they became lovers they were always bickering. It became annoying until she had a date with a jock that made Antonio furious but also codardo. 

Which motivated him to confess after a week where he found out that the guy would make Bianca his girlfriend. He sent the guy to the hospital that made Bianca furious then they argued until Antonio shouted I love you to her. After then they were more inseparable. Our trio was inseparable for as long as I can remember. 

They approached me and said their greetings. Bianca sat in Antonio's lap while Antonio sat beside me on the counter. Antonio said "Why are you suddenly grumpy but something is different about you like-" Bianca interrupted "He is in a lust daze" I grunted, "Don't start I'm not up to your guessing games." 

Antonio and Bianca gave each other a knowing glance, they both responded with "DID YOU GET LAID?? BY WHOM?? DOES SHE HAVE A MAGIC honeypot, THAT MADE YOU LIKE THIS??"

"CHE CAZZO! Why? Can't I just contemplate?"

They both ordered a beer then Bianca said "You met a girl"

"Oh shut up Bianca, Antonio can you control her mouth can you?"

"ALESSANDRO NOBODY CONTROLS ME, ESPECIALLY NOT HIM! WHY CAN'T I VOICE OUT MY OPINION." She shrugged, "Besides if there is a girl we would find out" she gave me a wink. I rolled my eyes. 

Antonio said beside her "You know babe you like it when I control you especially when I take you to my bed, while your hands are tied and you call me..." I tuned out, knowing I distracted them, and continued my imagination with Laila, finding ways on how to make her submit to me because she is one stubborn ragazza that knows how to fight, with how she punched me earlier is a clear indicator she knows hand to hand combat. One feisty yet innocent ragazza, that draws me to her, her light that shines within.

 Laila 

My head hurts, I should not drink a lot of tequila especially if I have butterflies in my stomach. When we arrived yesterday at our flat we immediately had another round until we were drunk.

I glanced at where Isabel is. She is at my feet hugging it so I grabbed her placing it at her sides then exited her room to prepare our breakfast, it is currently nine in the morning and I will go to work half-day today. 

I prepared her eggs, bacon, and avocado toast. I also drank some Tylenol to make sure my hungover would lessen. I prepared some coffee and my smoothie bowl. I am currently watching grey's anatomy, while Isabel just got out of her room. 

"Hey Isa, breakfast at the table and some pills" I greeted her while watching the show, "You are the best L, thank you so much. Such a saint." Isabel offered to wash the dishes while I showered. I came out and she was there laying at my bed, she pointed her pointer finger at me and said "You ragazza, we have something to talk about" I nodded hesitantly since I don't know where this is headed. 

While preparing what to wear she told me "Be careful of who you trust L and make sure to watch your back if ever you wanted to date my cousin" I was bewildered I rapidly turned back and said "You know Isa I am not willing to date yet, I don't know when will I ever open my heart to someone again. My heart had enough and you know why." She sighed,

"L that is why I am telling you to be careful whatever deal you will make with him. He is a cunning clever man," she said nonchalantly while playing with the strand of her hair. 

"So am I, Isa, remember who I am? By the way, I will have a new assignment given to me later and I will meet this guy at another borough" She nodded, "Sure L stay safe but party hard," she winked, "All I am saying is, my cousin Alessandro is a guy you can't mess with, we are all dangerous but he is next level. And I know you wanted to ask why but, that is his story to tell. Tell me what do you think is his occupation?" She studied me like a murder case waiting to be uncovered.

I wore my top and looked at her, "A businessman, a multi-billionaire, a man who has everything at his feet and would do anything to succeed. I also noticed that he might be in a mafia because no one is that powerful and has that much money only from casinos and clubs." she applauded and smirked, "You never cease to impress me, Laila you are one observer and a true assassin" she nodded telling me all I said is true. 

I am not afraid if he is or should I be? I am a feared assassin in the underworld and everyone knows it from whispers of the people of the dead. 

She knows that I am a good observer who can correctly guess the situation with minimal movements that some might be blinded to see. That is why I am also good at casinos because I know when a certain player is bluffing. She also gave me a reason why she offered me the job of becoming an assassin. Not only can I satisfy what I crave but enhance the gift given to me and make good money out of it. 

Suddenly my phone rang which made our conversation cut short. I gave Isa a 'excuse me' look then she headed out of my room to give me privacy. It was my brother;

"Hey Alex, is mama ok? Are you ok? Do you need me there?"

"Hey sis, calmante mamá está bien gracias a los muchos ceros que siempre envías. Solo quería informarle que la quimioterapia le está yendo bien, pero que está perdiendo cabello, así que necesitábamos una peluca para ella." mama is doing good thanks to the many zeroes you always send. I just wanted to update you that chemo is doing good for her but she is losing hair, so we needed a wig for her.

"Está bien te enviaré otro si recibo mi paga. ¿Cómo está la escuela hermanito?" Ok, I will send you another one if I get my pay. How is school little brother?

"No te preocupes por mí, la escuela va bien. Ser mariscal de campo aquí es bueno, también me dieron dinero porque me mantengo al día con mis calificaciones y deportes. El dinero se me enviará continuamente si mis calificaciones siguen siendo buenas." Don't worry about me, school is going well. Being a quarterback here is good, they also gave me money because I keep up with my grades and sports. The money will be sent to me continuously if my grades are still good.

"Muy Bien Alex" Very good Alex

We kept talking about his school and mama. We said goodbyes after the updates since I needed to go to work. I undo my robe then changed my clothes to go to work.

I wore my formal fitted black dress with a bag that contains my uniform. I paired my outfit with white heels and made my hair into a bun. On the way out I grabbed my beige coat since it is chilly outside. I had a quick detour to Starbucks for coffee and headed to the hospital for my shift. After a couple of hours of therapy with three patients, I have my last one for the day which is Mr. D'Angelo.

"Good afternoon, Raffaele" I shook his hand, "Good afternoon, Laila" I directed him to where our therapy is being held, "Please sit here and we will try stretching first to make your body warm-up for the couple of exercises we would do for today" 

He did everything I directed him to do, after an hour of therapy, we said our goodbyes. I changed to my previous outfit. Heading out of my office I said my farewell to Samantha and noticed that Raffaele is waiting for someone yet, there is a car outside waiting. I approached him while he smiled noticing I am approaching him, but there is something about the smile he gave me, "Hey, Raffaele who are you waiting for?" 

"I am waiting for you Laila, care for a coffee?" He said with a smile.