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OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW 39. Lucia
I’m slowly making my way downstairs with Giovanni’s help, when I spot a dark-haired woman sitting in the living room. She has her head downcast and appears to be writing in a journal or notebook while not even taking in her surroundings. “Nikki Baranova,” Giovanni says. “She’s Frankie’s fiancee.”Oh, she’s the Bratva Princess Dom spoke about, the timid and quiet one. Wow, now that I know Frankie better, I must admit that I don’t see how this will work out between them, since Frankie is the complete opposite of her.“You’ll meet Julia Devlin as well, but I must warn you about her. She’s a spitfire and speaks without thinking. Don’t take whatever she says at face value. She means well but has no fucking filter,” he says. “Just like her brother.”Ah, the one Dom is worried about. Well, I suppose we’ll see when we meet today.We reach the living room and Nikki finally looks up. Her mouth falls open when she sees Giovanni and me and she gets to her feet. “I am so sorry, I didn’t even hear
OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW 40. Giovanni
“She’ll be safe with you, yeah?” Dev asks as he grabs his helmet, then he turns to me with an expression devoid of his usual snark. “This is my little sister, G.”I place a hand on his shoulder and nod. “I promise you, on my life, that I will do my best to keep her safe here. Now please fuck off and get back to Dublin.”He shakes his head while chuckling. “See you on the blessed wedding day, bruv.” With that, he drives away and I walk back inside.I have to admit, it’s been a fucked up few hours. When Lucia fell asleep last night, I went down to my office and had a look at the files Kaz sent me. He told me to be prepared for what I was about to see, but that warning alone didn’t help.Alberto Moretti killed my father and took over the role of a snitch for the FBI, but he took over this role two years before he even went missing. He has listening devices planted in the homes of various mob bosses and this is the reason Andrei was helping him.He had some damning evidence on the Romania
OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW 41. Lucia
What do the Bratva, Cosa Nostra, and Irish mob have in common? Three leaders who happen to be best friends and solidify their bonds through arranged marriages. It’s been three months since Nikki and Julia arrived in town, and right now I’m watching them as they say their vows to Dom and Frankie. Yes, it’s a double wedding, so it was double the problems.The wedding has been postponed twice now because Julia wasn’t happy with a few things, but it all died down after Devin came to have a talk with her. Everyone was getting antsy, Giovanni even more so, but she eventually settled on what she wanted.It was worth it, though; both of them look radiant and even though they never asked for this, they all look happy — even if it is put on and fake. Both Frankie and Dom are turning up the charms, which is odd to see.I scan the packed church again and the crowd still sends an uncomfortable shiver down my spine. There are a lot of powerful people here; people who wanted to witness this arrange
OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW 42. Giovanni
The second I made eye contact with Kaz, I knew something was up. His back was ramrod straight, his jaw clenched and those jarring heterochromia eyes of his were filled with anger. I glance at Lucia standing next to Nikki and Julia with five of my men surrounding her and get to my feet.Kaz cocks his head for me to follow him so we’re out of earshot and Dev joins us. As soon as we’re a distance away from everyone, Kaz takes my hand and puts something into it. “This again,” he says and I look at the object he’s placed in my hand.I knew what it was the second I felt it, but the intricate V inscription is what I widen my eyes at. “Where was this found?” I ask, holding up the bullet casing. “Was someone shot?”Kaz nods. “One of my men behind the building. Normally I wouldn’t be worried, but—”“One of my men was hit as well,” Dev says, clenching his fists. “Same bullet, same casin’.”I breathe out a sigh and inspect the casing, noting the same V placement as the one we found in the woods.
OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW 43. Giovanni
After a relatively calm few hours, I am riled up with stress and anxiety. It’s seven pm and Kaius Tulvan is on his way to meet us. We’re in one of the upper-tier clubs, seated in one of the back offices, and drinking alcohol. There’s been nothing but silence from our so-called assassin, but that doesn’t mean we’ll let our guard down.I’ve even gone as far as starting plans to build a hospital wing on the property so Lucia can give birth here safely. I’ve shared that it’s the best way, and she hasn’t fought me on it, even though I can see she’s dying to ask me what’s going on.There have been a few occasions where I have caught her stopping herself from asking me something. As much as I want to share details with her, it’s the wrong call; you don’t share your work with your woman.Unwritten laws are there for a reason, and this one is right at the top.“Do we know what to expect from this fucker?” Kaz says, pouring himself a glass of vodka. “I’ve never wanted to deal with the Romanian
OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW 44. Lucia
My heart is beating in my chest as Giovanni holds my hand. This is our first appointment together, the first one where he could actually join me. Of course, we’re flanked by different men, and Giovanni insisted I stay at his side, but I’ve gotten used to it.“Are you okay, Amoruccio?” Giovanni asks as we walk inside the private clinic. I turn my head to look up at him and smile. “Your palms are all sweaty.”“I’m just nervous,” I admit. “We’re finding out the sex of the baby today and I don’t know what to expect. What if they find something? What if Lucky suddenly developed an abnormality and what if it—”He silences my worry by placing a finger on my lips. “Everything is fine, amore, your worries are valid, but we both know he isn’t called Lucky for nothing.”“Or she,” I say with a smile, and he chuckles.“Or she. Now, let’s go and see our little miracle.” As we walked hand in hand down the hallway of the obstetrician's office, a mix of excitement and nervousness coursed through my v
OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW 45. Lucia
The evening sun bathed our home in a warm golden glow as I bustled around the kitchen, preparing supper for the family. The savory aromas filled the air, creating an ambiance of comfort and anticipation. With each chop of vegetables and stir of simmering sauce, I reveled in the joyous task.This always made me so happy, just cooking and getting lost in everything. But tonight I have Nikki here with me. “Frankie doesn’t seem to be interested in me at all,” she remarks again. “He’s almost never home, and we actually sleep in separate rooms.”I frown at this and look at the glass of wine in her hand. “Were you supposed to tell me that?” I ask, chuckling, and she waves the glass around.“I don’t care anymore. I’m thinking of doing what Frankie does and just going out to find myself someone on the side. It would make the long nights bearable—”“Nikki!” I exclaim, looking around and hoping no one hears her. “Let’s keep that conversation for when we’re alone, okay?”She takes a sip of her g
OMERTA: MAFIA'S VOW Omerta Book 2 - Emilia
Emilia finds herself entwined in a web of conflicting emotions. Pregnant with Andrei Tulvan’s child, she harbors resentment towards Kaius, Andrei’s mysterious older brother. Unaware of the mix-up, Emilia believes Kaius is just as heartless as Andrei, and she builds a wall of resentment toward him. Kaius, burdened by his family’s dark past and the sins placed on him, longs to protect Emilia from the shadows that haunt them both. The secret he carries fuels his desire to win her trust, but Emilia remains skeptical, unable to see past her misconceptions. As circumstances force them to spend more time together, Emilia begins to glimpse the kind-hearted man hiding beneath Kaius's tough exterior. The lines between animosity and attraction blur, igniting a spark that neither of them can ignore. Emotions run high as they navigate the complexities of their shared past. With each revelation, Emilia realizes that her heart may have been confusing Andrei for Kaius all this time. Is this what Ka
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