"This place isn't good for her," I argued."Then she doesn't have to know what this place is." my mother chimed in, "She knows what? That you're rich only. That's what the world knows.""What's wrong with you having a rich family as well? Safety is necessary so that's why everyone is carrying guns," she added, straightening up in her posture.I looked her straight in the eyes, "I am not keeping her in here.""You don't have a choice, Keith. This is Leonard Whitaker we are talking about. He may have been your best friend when you were just a kid but things have changed now. He is toying with you. He knows how much you love Jenna! He'll just keep giving her scratches to taunt you until he finally kills her!""Enough!" I shouted, slamming my fist into the car window and shattering the glass on contact, "She is my wife and I know how to protect her! I'll just have to explain to that bastard that I didn't kill his father as he thinks-""You've tried that before, Keith. How did it work out
JENNA POVSoft morning light filtered through sheer, cream-coloured curtains, casting a warm glow over the opulent room. I stirred, feeling the silk sheets against my skin and the plushness of the mattress beneath me. I stretched luxuriously, a smile playing on my lips, enjoying the unfamiliar comfort. My eyes fluttered open, taking in the high, intricately carved ceiling above me. The chandelier, adorned with crystal droplets, sparkled in the morning light. And then boom! Confusion washed over me and I bolted upright, clutching the satin sheets to my chest, my heart pounding. This wasn’t my bedroom. The bed I was in was enormous, surrounded by ornate, antique furniture. A grand vanity stood across the room, it is surface cluttered with elegant bottles of perfume and exquisite jewellery.My gaze darted around the room. To my left, a door led to what appeared to be a luxurious en-suite bathroom, the marble floor gleaming and the fixtures gleaming gold. To my right, a sitting area w
KEITH POVMy mother’s eyes narrowed, the flicker of a challenge sparking in their depths. She took another slow drag of her cigarette, her lips curling into a slight smirk. “I’d expect nothing less from my son.”I turned away from her, my heart heavy with the weight of my decision. Jenna’s safety came first, even if it meant diving back into the life I despised. I walked back to the car and slid into the driver's seat, casting one last look at the figures silhouetted in the dim light of the compound.As the engine roared to life, Jenna stirred beside me, her hand weakly reaching out to mine. “Keith… what’s going on?”“Don’t worry, love,” I whispered, squeezing her hand reassuringly. “I’ll explain everything later. Just rest for now.”She nodded weakly, her eyes closing again as she leaned against the seat. My hands hardened on the steering wheel. I’d agreed to return to the fold, but I hadn’t surrendered. There was still a way out, a way to protect Jenna and dismantle the empire my
I clenched my teeth, my knuckles whitening around the phone. "You know damn well why I'm calling, Leonard." "Where is she?" I demanded, my grip on the phone tightening even more.Leonard laughed, a cold, chilling sound. "Ah, yes. Sarah. Quite the clever girl, isn't she? Escaping right under your nose. You must be slipping, Keith.""Cut that crap! I know very well you took her from here. Just what are you planning, Leonard?" I glared, anger filling me to the brim.Leonard laughed. "Sarah? Oh, she's safe. Safer than your precious Jenna, I might add."My blood ran cold. "Don't cross me, Leonard," I warned. "Where is she?" I demanded, my voice a low growl."You know I can't just give you that information for free," he replied, his tone smug. "But let's just say she's somewhere safe. Somewhere you can't reach her.""Relax, my friend. I'm not a monster. Well, not yet at least. But you see, Sarah and I have some unfinished business. Plans. And you... you have something I want.""You're insa
JENNA POV"He got her out." Keith's voice was like a crack of thunder, his eyes blazing with fury as he stormed into the room. His presence electrified the air, adding to the tension already thick in the room.Eleanor rose from her seat, her composed demeanour unshaken. "Keith, calm down. We were just about to explain everything to Jenna."Keith's gaze softened slightly when it landed on me, but his anger was still present. "Jenna, are you alright? Did they hurt you?" he asked, his voice gentler now, filled with concern as he closed the gap between us.I shook my head, feeling overwhelmed. "No, I'm fine. But Keith, what's going on? This woman said she was my mother-in-law. I don't remember much after Yilena—" I broke off, my mind flashing back to the moment of the syringe.Keith took a deep breath, showing how relieved he was. He ran his hand through my hair, bringing my head forward to place a kiss on my forehead."I never thought you had that much emotions in you." Eleanor chimed i
JENNA POV"Laura?..." I echoed, trying to piece together the fragments of information this Richard guy just shared with everyone. Judging by Keith's reaction, it was someone close. Someone they all were familiar with, believed to be dead, and now alive. The room seemed to buzz with tension as everyone's attention shifted to Keith.Keith's face turned pale, and he seemed momentarily paralyzed. His mother, Eleanor, stepped in, her voice steady and firm, attempting to take control of the situation. "Richard, are you certain that she was the one you saw? Where did you see her?"Richard nodded vigorously. "Yes, I'm sure." Richard then turned to Keith, "You remember you told me to get intel? Well, this is one of them.""I got feedback, along with these photos. It appears that she lives with Leonard. We haven't found out how it became possible yet but she doesn't seem forced." Richard explained further. l, taking out the pictures he had tucked away in his pocket.Keith finally seemed to sna
KEITH POVAs Richard and I drove towards Leonard's home, my mind was a whirlwind of emotions. Seeing the photos of Laura, alive and well, had brought back a flood of memories and unresolved feelings. I couldn't believe she was with Leonard, the man who had caused so much pain and chaos in my life."Keith, are you okay?" Richard's voice broke through my thoughts.I nodded, though I wasn't sure if I was. "Yeah, I just... I need to know what happened to her. Why she never reached out."Richard glanced at me, concern etched on his face. "I get it. But we need to be careful. Leonard is dangerous, and if Laura is with him willingly, there might be more going on than we realize."I took a deep breath, trying to steady my racing heart. "You're right. We can't just barge in without a plan."As we neared Leonard's estate, I felt a surge of adrenaline. Yes, Laura's unexpected return stirred up unresolved feelings, but I couldn't let it cloud my judgment. Jenna and our unborn child depended on me
YILENA POVI stood right next to Big Mama (Xavier's mother) while she went on and on about something I still couldn't put my finger on."Why would you want Laura to be brought back?" I asked, raising an eyebrow at her."Isn't it obvious, sis?" Nicola answered me, getting up and crossing her arms together, "It's a way to bring back the old Keith. The one who everyone in the Mafia fears in heart and soul."I scoffed, "And how is Laura being back going to make that happen? I don't understand.""And that's why you are not my favourite around here, Yilena." Big Mama said to me, a smirk finally playing on her lips as she continued, "Bringing Laura back will only create conflicting emotions in Keith. I know my son that much.""That's right. Will he know who to choose? His first love... Or his second chance at love?" Nicola added."He'd choose Jenna of course. I mean, she even has a child for him. How will he ever abandon her?" I said, standing my ground in my belief.Nicola burst into laughte