MYA The silence was short-lived. Angelo leaned back, his arms resting casually on the seat, though his tone was anything but casual when he finally spoke. “My enemies have tripled overnight because of you.”I froze. The words hit me like a punch to the gut. My hands clenched into fists on my lap, and my heart began to race. A wave of guilt swept over me, so powerful that I felt sick.“I-I’m sorry,” I stammered, unable to meet his gaze. My mind spiralled with worst-case scenarios. What if he regretted marrying me? What if he blamed me for all of this? My thoughts grew darker, imagining him taking out his frustrations on me—what if he hit me or abandoned me entirely?“Hey,” his voice softened, breaking through the storm of my thoughts. “Are you okay?”I shook my head slightly, still staring at my lap. “I’m sorry,” I whispered.“For what?” he asked, his tone curious rather than accusatory.“For making things harder for you,” I said, my voice barely audible.He shifted in his seat, le
MYAThe car door clicked shut as Angelo slid in beside me, placing me carefully on the plush leather seat. My cheeks burned with embarrassment, and I fixed my gaze on my hands, clasped tightly in my lap. I couldn’t bring myself to meet his eyes, no matter how much I told myself to act normal.How had I fallen asleep so deeply? The whole situation played in my mind on repeat, from the moment I woke up in his arms to the flashing cameras. I wanted to disappear into the seat.“Are you okay?” his deep voice broke through my spiralling thoughts.I glanced at him briefly before quickly looking away again. “I’m fine,” I mumbled, my voice barely audible.He raised an eyebrow, clearly not convinced. “You’ve been quiet since we got in the car.”I bit my lip, struggling to find the right words. “I’m sorry,” I blurted out, still not looking at him.“For what?” he asked, sounding genuinely confused.“For… falling asleep on the plane,” I admitted, my cheeks heating further. “And for making you carr
MYAAs I followed Angelo down the grand staircase, the faint creak of the polished wood under our feet seemed to echo louder than necessary. His calm voice broke the silence between us.“I’ll order food for us,” he said, glancing over his shoulder. His tone was casual, but there was something definitive about it. “You don’t have to cook while we’re here.”I hesitated, my grip tightening on the smooth railing. The idea of just sitting back while someone else handled everything felt weird. I swallowed hard, then spoke up, my voice softer than I intended.“Won’t that be a waste?” I asked, trying to sound practical. “I mean, I know how to cook. I actually enjoy it. I wouldn’t mind making something for you… especially after everything you’ve done for me.”Angelo stopped at the bottom of the stairs, turning to face me fully. His dark eyes locked onto mine, a mixture of curiosity and something unreadable flickering across his face.“Trust me,” he said, a faint smirk playing on his lips. “It
MYA The warm water dripping over me felt soothing as I stood under the showerhead, letting it wash away the sleep from my eye. My thoughts were all over the place as I rinsed the soap off my face. I got a little in my eye and it took a little while to get it all out.I was still unable to fully grasp the reality of my new life. Everything felt surreal—the luxurious surroundings, the endless opportunities for quiet alone time, and, of course, Angelo.He was wish-washy, alternating between moments of surprising gentleness and a calculated distance that left me second-guessing everything. Last night’s conversation lingered in my mind, his words cut deeper than I cared to admit. I tried to convince myself it didn’t matter, that I didn’t care what he thought of me, but the truth was harder to ignore.After drying off and dressing in a light sundress, I made my way downstairs. The rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee greeted me as I entered the dining area. The table was set, and a plate
MYA The initial warmth in their smiles felt genuine, even welcoming, but as soon as Angelo walked off, the air shifted. It was subtle at first but when one of the women, the one with sleek black hair and piercing green eyes, leaned in closer, her smile twisted into something far less friendly. It was a full blown sneer. “So,” she said, her tone sharp and icy, “how does it feel to wear a ring you clearly don’t deserve?”I blinked, caught completely off guard by the hostility in her voice. “Excuse me?” I managed, unsure if I’d misheard her.“You heard me,” she snapped, her green eyes narrowing. “You’re sitting here acting all sweet and innocent, but do you even understand who Angelo is? Who we are?”“I don’t know what the hell you’re talking about.”The other woman, a blonde with an icy smile, chuckled coldly. “Oh, she doesn’t know. That’s adorable.”Their sudden change in attitude threw me completely off balance. Just moments ago, they had been all smiles and polite questions. Now
Everything felt weird as I stood in front of the mirror, judging my reflection for what must have been the hundredth time. The dress I was wearing was elegant, with a soft, flowing material that clung to my frame just enough to look flattering without being too revealing. My hair was styled to perfection, and my makeup—light and natural—highlighted my features just right. I knew I looked good, but the nervous knot in my stomach refused to loosen.Why was I nervous? I hated that I felt this way. Angelo had been absent the entire day, handling whatever “important” business he’d mentioned earlier. Part of me was glad for the space, but another part—one I didn’t want to acknowledge—wondered what he’d think of how I looked tonight.I shook my head, scolding myself. Why does it matter? I reminded myself of his words, the ones that had played on a loop in my head since the day he’d said them: “I’m not attracted to you. You’re like a child.” It stung at first, but now, I knew better. I
MYA The sound of gunfire was deafening. My ears rang, my chest tightened, and I was too scared to breathe. My back pressed against the cold walls as I tried to make myself smaller, trembling so hard my teeth chattered. This wasn’t supposed to happen—not here, not now. For once, I thought we’d get through a single day without chaos. Angelo crouched beside me, his jaw tight and his eyes scanning the room as though he could see through walls. He turned to me, his voice cutting through the panic. “Are you okay?” I shook my head frantically, unable to find my voice. My hands gripped the edge of my dress like it was a lifeline. “No,” I finally whispered, my voice trembling. “No, I’m not okay. What’s going on?” “Shh.” His gaze softened for a brief moment. He reached for my face, cupping it with both hands, forcing me to meet his eyes. “Breathe,” he ordered. “I—I can’t,” I stammered, the words choking me. My chest felt like it was caving in. “Yes, you can,” he said, his thumbs brus
The man fell on his knees, trembling, his face pale and streaked with blood. Tears ran freely down his cheeks as he begged for his life, his voice laced with desperation. “Please… spare me. I didn’t mean any harm. I was just following orders. I swear, I didn’t want to hurt anyone.”Angelo looked completely unbothered by his tears, his expression looked like it was carved from stone, eyes cold and unforgiving. He twirled his knife lazily in one hand, the blade glinting under the lights. His voice was calm but laced with danger. “You didn’t want to hurt anyone?” he repeated, stepping closer to the man. “Yet you came here armed, disrupted my evening, and terrorized my wife. Forgive me if I find that hard to believe.”The man flinched as Angelo crouched in front of him, the knife was still in his hand. “Give me one good reason not to end your pathetic existence right now,” Angelo said.My breath hitched in my throat as I watched the scene unfold. The sheer ruthlessness in Angelo’s
Mya Everything happened too fast.One second, Angelo was standing in the doorway, his expression carved from stone. The next, he was on the man, wrenching him off me and throwing the first punch so hard it sent the other man stumbling back against the wall.A sickening crack echoed in the small space.But Angelo didn’t stop.Another punch. Then another. His movements were precise—but furious. He fought like a man who had done this before, like he knew exactly how much force to use to inflict the most damage.The man fought back, throwing wild swings, but Angelo was quicker. He dodged with ease, delivering another brutal hit to his ribs. A choked grunt filled the room as the man staggered, but Angelo caught him by the collar, dragging him forward and slamming him against the wall.“Stay the hell away from my wife,” Angelo growled, his voice low and freaking dangerous.The man wiped blood from his lip, then chuckled—a dark, mocking sound. “Your wife?” He spat to the side, shaking his h
The moment I stepped into the grand ballroom, I felt out of place. You’d think having attended a handful of these parties would make you used to the kind of crowd but there was just no getting used to it. The chandeliers above sparkled, casting golden light over the elegantly dressed guests. The men wore sleek suits, the women dressed in shimmering gowns, soft laughter and practiced conversations filling the air. But none of that mattered. Not when Angelo’s arm was wrapped firmly around my waist. Not when his touch sent heat curling through my body, making it nearly impossible to think straight. I had been trying to keep my thoughts in check since last night at the club. I really had. But every time I was near him, every time he touched me, my mind went places it shouldn’t. And tonight, in this dress that clung to every curve, in his arms as we posed for photos, my brain had completely betrayed me. Why is he holding me so tight? I felt his fingers press against the small of my
Angelo I leaned back in my chair, exhaling slowly, but it did nothing to clear my mind. My thoughts were a tangled mess, She was always getting herself into messes, it wasn’t weird that she had finally made one of my mind.I clenched my fists, staring blankly at the reports scattered across my desk. I had always liked control. In every part of my life. Business, relationships—everything had to be on my terms. In the bedroom, that control was absolute. The way I commanded, the way I dictated every touch, every sound, every reaction. Having someone submit to me, to let go of all their control and simply obey—it had always been intoxicating. It made something in my head click right.And I had always liked being called Daddy.It wasn’t just about the word. It was what it meant.Trust.Surrender.Obedience.But only in the bedroom.Only when I wanted it.Only when it meant nothing outside of that.So why the hell had it shaken me when she said it outside of it?Mya was different.Tha
AngeloThe city skyline stretched beyond the floor-to-ceiling windows of my office, the glass reflecting the soft glow of my desk lamp. It was late, but that didn’t matter. Work never truly ended. Stacks of contracts sat in front of me, neatly arranged after hours of reviewing, signing, and approving. The weight of running an empire never got lighter, no matter how many capable hands I had beneath me.I had quite a number of people running different companies and branches of everything I own all around the world and at the end of the day.I leaned back in my chair, rubbing my temples. The upcoming anniversary event for this company was something I had barely thought about. It was just another obligation—something to show my presence, shake a few hands, and remind people why they needed to keep doing business with me.But now, things were different.Mya.She wasn’t supposed to be part of this. When I married her, I never intended to let her too far into my world. It was supposed to be
I wanted to die.Right there, on the spot. Just let the ground swallow me whole and never let me come back.I stared at him, horrified, as the weight of what I’d just said crashed down on me.“Yes, Daddy.”Oh. My. God.Kill me. Now.Somebody please drive a stake through my fucking heart and put an end to my suffering.His fingers dropped from my chin so fast, like my skin had burned him. And the look on his face? I didn’t even know what to call it. Shock? Confusion? Whatever it was, it made my stomach twist painfully.For a second, I thought maybe I could take it back, erase it somehow. Maybe he didn’t hear me. Maybe I’d imagined the whole thing.But I knew better.Because he had heard me.And now, he was looking at me like… like I was something strange.Heat flooded my face. I could feel it creeping up my neck, burning my ears, making my whole body hum with mortification.“I—I take that back,” I stammered weakly. My voice didn’t even sound like mine.His face gave nothing away.And t
MyaThe Next MorningI woke up feeling... I don’t know, calmer, better, rested. Whatever you chose to call itThat was the first thing I noticed.For the first time in a long while, I had slept through the night without tossing and turning. No nightmares, no overthinking until dawn—just deep, uninterrupted sleep.Then, as I sat up, the memories from last night came crashing back. My mind could have at least given me a second to breathe.My face heated instantly.Oh my God.The club. The dancing. Him. The way he held me, touched me, whispered things into my ear and made my knees feel like jelly.And then… what I had done after.I groaned and buried my face in my hands.What was wrong with me?Shaking off the embarrassment, I got out of bed, determined to act normal. I wasn’t going to think about it. I wasn’t going to let him get into my head again. If I didn’t think about it, then it didn’t happen. I don’t know how logical that was just at least it was working. Out of mind, out of emba
The moment the words left my mouth, I regretted them. But it was too late. His dark eyes flicked toward me, and without hesitation, he said, “Yes.” Like he opened his fucking mouth and said yes. He actually admitted to leaving the house to sleep with whores as if we didn’t just have the most erotic moment of my life in the club. The air between us turned heavy and I forgot how to breathe. I stared at him, speechless. He didn’t even try to soften the blow, didn’t bother to offer an excuse. Just yes, like it was the most normal thing in the world. Like it didn’t matter. Like I didn’t matter. Something inside me deflated. All the stupid thoughts I’d been having—the wondering, the overthinking, the ridiculous idea that maybe, just maybe, tonight had meant something to him—vanished in an instant. Of course, it hadn’t. I felt stupid. I forced my expression to stay blank, biting the inside of my cheek. “Well, have fun, then.” He huffed out a quiet laugh, setting his glass down. “
The car was too quiet, save for the sound of the engine but even that was not enough to drown the sound of the pounding of my chest.I kept my gaze on the window, watching the blurred lights of the city speed past, though I wasn’t really seeing anything.My body still burned.My skin still tingled where his hands had been.Where his lips had touched.I clenched my fists on my lap, my nails digging into my palm as if that would ground me, as if that would make me forget the way he had moved my body like I belonged to him.I wasn’t supposed to feel this way.I wasn’t supposed to want more.“Mya.”His voice was low, cutting through the silence, making my heart jump.I swallowed and nodded stiffly, still not looking at him. “I’m fine.”I could feel his eyes on me, it was hot.But I didn’t meet them.I couldn’t.Because if I did, he would know.He would see everything—the confusion, the heat, the desperate way I was trying to pull myself together.He said nothing after that, and I was grat
MyaThe moment his lips touched my throat, I forgot how to breathe.A sharp gasp escaped me as his mouth moved, slow and sexy, pressing warm, open-mouthed kisses along my neck. My head tilted before I even realized it, my body instinctively giving him more access. The bass of the music throbbed through the club, matching the beat of my heart. My heart was pounding so loud, it was starting to seem louder than the club speakers.This was all for show.It was a performance, nothing more.Then why did I feel like I was about to come undone?Angelo’s hands gripped my waist, firm but not forceful, as he adjusted me in his lap. I barely had time to process before I felt his palm slide up my spine, working his way through the thin fabric of my top. The other hand remained on my hip, guiding me into a slow grind on his lap.I swallowed hard.“Relax,” he murmured against my skin, the low rasp of his voice sending a shiver down my back. His lips brushed my ear as he continued, “Everyone is look