Dante-/I tried her number for the umpteenth time and was just about to give up when the door opened and a very drunk Piper staggered in.I stood there, staring at her stagger all around the room without moving to help her.This was becoming a habit. She would claim to go on a set and would come back drunk out of her mind, stuttering incoherent names and sometimes things I would rather not hear.“Dante…” she stuttered out. “Why… come… help me sweetheart… yeah?”I crossed my arms, glaring at her figure.“What exactly is your problem, Piper? You go out there, claiming to be headed for a movie yet you come back wasted every single time. Do they serve you alcohol on stage?” I gritted.“You are very… very funny… l-love…” she staggered towards me. I didn't move as she made her way to my arms.On reaching me, she lost her balance. Tripping on my body. I wanted to let her slip to the floor but I just couldn't. My arm instantly wrapped around her to keep her from falling.She let out a soft la
Gianna-/I didn't know where we were going but I was excited. Anticipating.We drove past every fancy restaurant I knew in the city and I was beginning to wonder where we were truly going. Perhaps a low end restaurant.It didn't seem like Max's kind of place but it didn't really change anything. As long as we would be together it would be okay for me.What, I didn't expect, however, was a fucking cruise.As soon as we pulled up to the dock, my jaw dropped. A massive luxury cruise ship loomed before us, its sleek white exterior glowing under the golden city lights. People dressed in elegant evening wear were boarding, their laughter and chatter floating through the cool night air.I turned to Maxmillian, completely stunned. “Are you serious?”His smirk deepened. “You wanted special, didn’t you?”I blinked, still trying to process. “This is more than special. This is… insane.”“Good,” he said, stepping out of the car and moving to my side to open my door. “Now, let’s go.”He held out hi
Maxmillian-/I thought of a private cruise, but I didn't want her questioning me yet.But then I knew I had to find a way to tell her. I had two weeks to give the cartel a Donna. I might be the boss but it was the rule and rules don't just change.“Max,” she yawned against me. “I am so tired.”I stroked her hair gently. “I know something that could ease your strength.”She raised her head slowly. “What could that be?”We were in the car and it was tinted so there was no way anyone could see what was happening in here.I pushed her back and her eyes widened.“What are you doing?”“What do you think?” I smirked, pushing up her dress. “I told you I was going to undress you.”She gapsed as her face went bright red.“What? Right here? Are you insane?” She gasped.I placed a finger on her plump lips. “Sssshhh! Relax and let me take care of you, sweetheart.”Her breath hitched as I trailed a lazy finger up her thighs. I enjoyed the way she squirmed under touch.“Max…” she breathed.“Spread y
Gianna-/I have never been more excited to get to work before. It was probably because of the events of last night.I blushed everytime Max glanced my way and he didn't bother to hide the smirk on his face even when he was in the midst of an important meeting.Thankfully, his clients didn't notice us sneaking eye convos. Once they were gone and I completely shut the door, I literally ran to Max's desk.“Someone seems eager,” he snorted. “Last time you were worried about being professional.”My cheeks coloured. This man was doing things to me that I didn't believe was possible.I got on my knees without him asking and fiddled with his belt.“You are such a good girl,” he muttered, running his hands through my hair. I didn't think it was possible to get any redder but I did.Just as I was about to take off his belt completely, there was a knock on the door.“Sir? Are you in there?” His secretary's voice pierced through. I let out a groan.Why couldn't I have at least five minutes with h
/-Gianna-/After a hectic day of meetings and glares from some staff I didn't even know existed, it was finally time to go home.“You go ahead, I have something to do,” he said and I pouted.“But I want you to come home with me,” I said and he chuckled.“I see someone's getting addicted already.”“I'm not addicted!” I said defensively. “It's just that it's so lonely at home. I'm going to be bored out of my mind,” I said and he pulled me to sit on his lap.“So what do you want to do for fun then? I can't come home with you, baby, as much as I want to,” he said and I pouted again. “How about shopping?”My face lit up immediately. Now that was something I was interested in. I liked shopping.“Okay, okay, I'm in,” I agreed.He opened his desk and took out a black card.“Here, buy whatever you want. I don't care about the cost. Just as long as it catches your eyes,” he said and I almost squealed.I engulfed him in a very tight hug.“Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!” I chanted with exciteme
Gianna-/The driver immediately rushed to me.“Are you okay, ma'am? Should I call the boss?” He asked.“I just want to go home,” I sniffled. I couldn't take this humiliation anymore. It was more than enough for today.I got into the car and shut the door behind me. The driver took longer than usual to come in but I was too busy sobbing to even look at him.Eventually, it seemed like he was taking way too long and I raised my head. He was outside, leaning against the car. Didn't he hear me when I said I wanted to leave?I opened the door but didn't step out.“Hey, didn't you hear me? I said I want to go home,” I told him.“I'm sorry, ma'am but I already called the boss. He will be here any minute,” he answered and my eyes widened.“You called Maxmillian?” I gasped.“Yes, ma'am. It seems there has been a misunderstanding and you seem upset which is why I called the boss. He will be here in a few minutes.”I couldn't believe this. Didn't Maximilian have somewhere important to be? Why wou
Gianna-/It was hard to avoid the eyes at every corner I turned. Everyone was just looking at me in some kind of way and it made me feel extremely uncomfortable.I gathered everything I needed and headed to the counter. Maxmillian had a permanent scowl on his face, directed at the manager. He had a pleading look in his eyes. Like his job was on the line. Maybe it was.“I got everything,” I informed Maxmillian.“Please sir, I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. I had no idea she was your…”“You don't need to have an idea of who she is before you have basic courtesy. A card was declined, you try again or ask for another one, not declare her a thief and embarrass her before everyone!” Maxmillian said angrily and the man lowered his head with a flustered expression.“If there is anything I can do to fix this, sir. I honestly do not want to lose my job,” he pleaded.“Anything?” Max asked and I immediately knew it was about to go down.“Yes, please. Anything at all,” he affirmed.“Fi
Dante-/“Are you sure of this? How much is the deal worth?” I asked.“It's half a billion dollars, boss. They have already finalized everything with Maxmillian and the goods will move on Saturday night,” he informed me.“I see and you are certain the Russian made this offer?” I asked.“Yes boss. Dmitry Ivanov met with him to make the offer himself. The initial offer was three hundred million dollars but Maxmillan wrote it off and wouldn't budge until it hit half a billion. The goods are currently at the Chicago warehouse, ready to be moved,” he continued.Wow!These bosses come over here and wouldn't even offer me up to a hundred million on anything and yet they beg Maxmillian to sign at half a billion.Annoyance and anher bubbled within my chest. This was the same fucking deal I was bidding for at fifty million dollars and somehow, Maxmillan, who didn't even show interest to begin with was offer half a billion?My grip around my phone tightened.“Well let's see who will be celebratin
/–Gianna–/Maxmillian’s arm never left my shoulders as he hurried me out of the mall. His body was tense, coiled like a spring ready to snap, and his men moved around us in tight formation.People stared. I barely noticed.All I could feel was the way Max’s grip tightened every time someone got too close, the way his whole body buzzed with rage and fear. For me. For us.When we finally reached the sleek black SUV and climbed inside, I let out a breath I hadn’t realized I was holding.Maxmillian slammed the door shut and immediately barked orders at the driver. "Home. Now. Double the security at the estate. Triple-clearance only. No mistakes."The driver nodded sharply, and the car sped away.Only when the mall was a shrinking blur behind us did Max finally turn to me. His hand came up, gently brushing a piece of hair from my face. His touch was so careful, so tender, it made my chest ache."Are you okay?" he asked, his voice low but laced with urgency.I nodded, even though my hands w
/-Gianna-/The bodyguards were positioned outside the mall with one accompanying me.I hated the attention this drew to me but it was for my safety so I couldn't exactly complain.Maxmillian was trying his best to ensure that no harm came to us no matter what and I deeply appreciated his effort. He wasn't perfect but he was the best man I could ever ask for.I was doing a little shopping for the baby. Eyes still followed me wherever I went but after a while, they decided to mind their business and focus on what brought them to the hall.Maxmillian was going to book the entire mall for me just so I could shop comfortably but I couldn't let him. It felt like showing off to me.I picked out some napkins and was checking for some baby milk when someone appeared beside me.“You must be Gianna.”The voice was chillingly familiar but I couldn't place where I had heard it from. I glanced to my side and there was this good-looking middle-aged man there.He undoubtedly had very similar features
Maxmillian-/I called a meeting. A meeting with Piper and Dante. Both of them looked the same. Miserable. Angry. Confused.“What do you want Max? Hurry up with whatever you have to say, I have better things to do with my time,” Dante said and Piper rolled her eyes.“As if.”“What did you just say to me?” Dante growled at her.“What do you think I said? I'm very sure that you heard me,” she huffed and his fists clenched. He faced her with the hostility of one facing an enemy.“Say that again!”If they were about to get into a fight hoping that I would separate them then they were in for a very big shocker.“Do I have to? I mean look at you?” She huffed. “Your business is crumbling, you are broke, worthless with a rotten temper and can't…” she didn't get to finish that sentence when he swinged his palm across her face.She fell off chair and clutched to her cheek as she hit the ground. That was such a thunderous slap. He slapped her like he was dealing with a man.Yet I didn't exactly f
Gianna-/“What are you doing, Max?” I gasped. After my confession, he just went straight to his closet and picked out an outfit.“What do you think?” He asked. “I am going to have a chat with my nephew.”It was a sarcastic response. It was written all over his person even though he was acting all cool about it. He was probably out to destroy Dante.“You can't go to him,” I said. “He's going to know that I told you.”“So what?” He huffed. “He tried to blackmail you into killing me and you expect me to just keep shut about this? That asshole is going to pay for thinking he can even lay a finger on me!”“Please let it go, Max. He might not seem like much but Dante is a very dangerous man too,” I pleaded. I honestly didn't want him to get hurt whether he was a fucking mafia boss ir not.He was my husband. The father of my baby! I couldn't let him carelessly put himself in harm's way, for no fucking reason too.“Please calm down,” I pleaded. “You need to think about this thoroughly before
Dante-/I knew she was seeing my uncle. I wasn't stupid. I followed her myself and confirmed it. Her movements have been very suspicious for the last few days, so forgive me for stalking my own wife!The fact she could walk in here and still deny it. Pretend like there was nothing when she was nothing but a fucking slut.I thought the alcohol would calm me down but it only fueled my rage, coupled with how slow business was going for me.I was very certain I had been blacklisted for my contacts to suddenly run out of deals for me.“What do you think you're doing, Dante? Have you lost your fucking mind?” she yelled, groaning out in pain as she held her head. She checked her hands and was shocked to see blood. “You bastard, look what you've done!”“I will only ask you once,” I said coldly, smashing the bottle against the wall as I approached her with a deadly glare. “Where are you coming from?”She stumbled back, one hand pressed to the bleeding cut on her scalp, the other raised slightl
Piper-/“You taste so fucking good, sweetheart. It's been weeks and I still can't get enough of you,” Eric said, pulling me back into his arms to give me a kiss.I wouldn't even die it, the old man was a lot more exciting in bed than Dante. He fucked me like I was a whore, just the way I liked it and he was a very generous spender.“You want to go to Dubai this week, right?” He said.“Yeah,” my eyes lit up. “There are so many things I want to get for us.”“Us,” he chuckled. “You mean yourself?”“Oh come on, baby. I will definitely get something for you as well. A wristwatch, maybe,” I shrugged.“You don't need to get me anything. I'll wire a million dollars to you. I'll get my jet ready to take you so you don't have to worry about flight money,” he said and I wanted to scream.The man was so hot when he said things like that.“I also have a beach house there so you can just stay there. It's fine if you still want to lodge in a hotel though,” he said and I was just speechless.Eric Nor
/-Gianna-/We were back in Italy and Maxmillian was yet to say anything to me or even demand an explanation.Guilt ate deep into me and I didn't know what to do but it was obvious he was so mad at me.I adjusted on the bed, staring awkwardly as he walked on his laptop. It was pure torture. Being in the same room with someone and getting silent treatment.Whether it was a bad time or not, I had to talk to him.“Max…” I started out quietly. “Can we talk? Please…”He didn't answer me as expected. Since he found me in Sydney, I have been met with this torturous coldness.I should have just screamed then, that I was pregnant with his child and had to leave because I was afraid when his enemies came for us, he wouldn't be able to protect us.Maxmillian's fingers continued to fly across the keys of his laptop, completely ignoring me, as though I wasn’t even in the room. The silence was thick, suffocating, and it gnawed at my insides, making my chest tighten with every passing second.I could
Maxmillian-/So this is what we're doing now, huh? Running across countries. She was definitely how much I was willing to chase her.If she wanted us to play the hide and seek game from continent to continent then she was welcomed to be my guest.She would always be in the open to me.I stared at the map on my phone. I zoomed in the spot blinking red. Sydney, huh?I suppose I really had to thank Kesley. I'd give her more money if I could. If she hadn't placed that tracker on Gianna, I would have never found her.I couldn't even get pissed at the fact that she put a tracker on my woman. I mean whatever she planned to do didn't happen yet so I could take it.For now.We touched down on Sydney about three hours later because we had to change course midway.I landed at the airport and rented a car. She was staying in some crappy hotel away from the heart of the city. I typed in the location in the gps and began driving.It hurt my heart that she was actually putting in a lot of effort to
/-Gianna-/How the hell did he get this number? I got the phone here, got a new number! The only person who has my number is Mrs Heidi.How the hell did Maxmillian get it all the way from Italy?Or….My heart started hitting fast. It couldn't be. It just couldn't be.There is no way he could have found me. He can't possibly be in Germany. My eyes watered. It hasn't even been up to a month yet and he has already found me?“Gianna!” He called again and I blinked.“How… how did you find me?” My lips trembled as I asked the question. “How… I did…”“I am on my way to get you,” His voice was cold and devoid of all forms of emotion. “This is your chance to explain. Say whatever you have to say because when we meet, you won't have the chance to say anything.”I could feel my heart pounding in my ears. I was unconsciously stepping back as if he was right in front of me. I opened my mouth but words failed me. Nothing would come out because it was terrifying.Terrifying that all my efforts were