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RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 56
Anna“The metallic scent of blood thickened in my nostrils as I stared at the decapitated head in the trunk. The lifeless eyes, once full of arrogance and mischief, now stared back at me in eerie silence. His mouth was slightly open as if frozen mid-scream.I shuddered at the horrific sight. Whoever did this was angry.Lucas let out a low whistle, rubbing the back of his neck. "Well, that's one hell of a way to start the day."I swallowed down the bile rising in my throat and turned to the driver. "Who the fuck put this here?" I asked, slightly concerned for the lack of concern in Lucas’ eyes.The man didn't flinch. "I don't know, Miss. The car was parked in the garage all night. No one was supposed to touch it."Lucas narrowed his eyes on him. "You telling me someone snuck into Duncan's garage, dumped a fucking head in his car, and not a single soul noticed?"The driver remained stoic, but a sheen of sweat was forming on his brow. He was either lying or terrified. Either way, I didn'
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2025-03-20RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 57
AnnaRestless did not begin to describe how I felt.Tim had actually found her.I wasn't sure how to feel or what to feel. All I knew was that I was one step away from getting my answer. If Aunt Selene were still alive, she'd willingly tell me the truth. She lived in a nearby state. It would take me a couple of hours to drive over, but it didn't matter. I would fly over to her if I had to; that was how important this was to me.I was now done taking the profiles of the girls, and now, I was counting some artefacts that looked straight out of a magical TV series.There was a sword, a gauntlet, and a few vases that seemed to change colour depending on where the light was hitting.By the time I was done counting, I made my way down to the second floor to let Estonia know.One of the girls in there led me to a room where she was, and as soon as I entered, I was bombarded with the smell of chocolate and sweat.The room was big and red, and a single bed draped in red lay in the middle of th
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2025-03-21RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 58
AnnaIt was 8pm when I finally arrived.I stepped out of the cab that had taken me here and cracked my back and knuckles. I was finally here.The street was quiet, too quiet, but there were shops lining up the streets.Some of the shops were closed; others were still very active. There was a bodega across the street, and a bunch of what looked like teenagers were standing around outside; they looked like they were exchanging something.Drugs, maybe.Cute.I glanced at a store to my right.There it was.Where I would find my aunt.A small shop that was lit upI wonder if she'd recognise me.No, not possible. I was unrecognisable now.But I would definitely recognise her. I walked towards the door, taking a deep breath, and turned the doorknob, pushing the door open.I was greeted by the harsh light of the store.A strong smell greeted me.I glanced around. The bookshop was small but cosy, with shelves packed tightly together, creating narrow aisles. The scent of old paper and ink fil
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2025-03-21RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 59
Anna“Who are you?” I asked as I tried to open the door of the car that refused to budge.It was locked.“Someone trying to help you,”She said she was wearing a mask and driving at full speed. At this rate. We'd crash and die.“Help me? You fucking kidnapped, weirdo; let me go,” I spat, looking over my shoulders to see if the men that had been chasing me were still on our tail.There was a red Corolla following us behind, but it was a long distance away from us.“I'll explain when we get you somewhere safe.”I clenched my fists; my heart was still hammering from the bookshop. "Safe? I don't even know you! You could be working for them for all I know.”I said, my hand shaking. I had seen this happen many times in the streets. Gangs planned this shit all the time.She didn't glance at me this time. Her grip was firm on the wheel as she sped down the dimly lit street. "You are welcome to jump out if you prefer whatever those guys have planned for you.”I swallowed hard, glancing at the
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2025-03-21RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 60
Anna“What?”“Yes,” she said, walking towards the kitchen.“Do you want something to drink? I have some beer, water, and wine.”“Water is fine.” I said quickly. My head is still reeling.“I don't understand; why are you just okay with this? They killed your mother!”I said, confused at her calmness.“Well, to be honest. She deserved it.”She said as she walked back towards me, holding water and a beer in both hands.She handed me the bottle of water and I took it from her.“I don't understand,” I stared, blinking at her.My mind was reeling. Had I come home with some sort of psychopath?She wasn't even showing the slightest form of remorse.“Look, my mother and I never had any relationship. She abandoned me a long time ago. I came into town a week ago because I needed help, but she'd gotten herself mixed up with something, and, well, she's dead now,” she shrugged. For a second, I saw the look of pain in her eyes, but it was gone just as fast as it came.“Mixed up with what?” I asked
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2025-03-21RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 61
Anna “You knew her?”Alice nodded slowly. “I knew of her. My mother always spoke fondly of her. She was one of the reasons she left me.”I blinked. “What do you mean?”“I mean, my mother was in love with your mother, or should I say obsessed,” she said in such a nonchalant manner.I shook my head in confusion. “I don't understand.”Alice chuckled. “I know you don't, but my mother was in love with your mother. She was for years. When she died, she was devastated. She tried to find you, but you were gone.”Alice said.I stood up from the chair and began to pace, my head reeling.My mom's best friend was in love with her? Did she even know about it, or was Aunt Selene pretending to be a harmless friend?I couldn't tell, to be honest. There wasn't much I could tell these days.“Were they lovers?" I asked.Alice shrugged. “I don't know, she hardly talked about her. It was too painful, I guess”She replied.There was so much I didn't know about my mother, and every day it haunted me.She'd
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2025-03-21RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 62
AnnaAlice's eyes widened.“They were married? I knew it!” She said under her breath, her eyes shining with triumph.There was way too much I didn't know about my mother. She was in love with a woman. If she married her best friend, then who the hell was my father?She never talked about him. All the times I tried to talk to her about my father, she never spoke about him.I had tried looking for him over the years but she'd not left a single trace of him. It all made sense now.But now, there were too many questions raised.As if noticing my internal turmoil, Alice asked, “Are you okay? You look pale.”I was about to answer when my phone rang.It was Duncan.I paused, my eyes wide.Was he back from his trip?Why was he calling?Panic set in, making my heart beat faster and faster.“Are you going to get that?” Alice questioned, looking between me and my phone.“Um… yes,” I said, standing up abruptly. “Please, can you show me to your bathroom?”I asked.“Of course, Hallway, first door,”
ปรับปรุงล่าสุด : 2025-03-21RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 63
AnnaAfter dinner, Alice disappeared for a couple of minutes while I continued to rummage through the small box. There were more pictures of my mom and Aunt Selene. Some more provocative than the next.They really loved each other. It was almost magical. I didn't believe in soulmates, but if I did, then Aunt Selene and my mother would be a prime example. I could feel their feelings for each other radiating through the almost worn-out pictures.It was morning before I knew it. I had gone through the box; I had found an old tiny passport of a man that looked vaguely familiar, but I couldn't place him.There was no other picture of him except for this one.I had no idea who he was, but finding him would get me closer to knowing my mother's past and the reason for her death.The puzzles were coming together yet so far apart. I could see the pieces, but they were missing too many other pieces that were absent, the connecting dots.“Good morning!” Alice's voice pulled me out of my reverie.
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RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 88
DuncanI watched Anna as she slept. She looked peaceful in her sleep but I could tell something was bothering her.Not just that, I knew she was hiding something from me.I had grown to trust her, fighting my feelings for her as much as I could.Being with a human girl made no sense to me, but Clark, my wolf, didn't care. When I had told her that I loved her, I hadn't even thought about it. It had flown out on its own, but it was true.I took out my phone and snapped a picture of her sleeping.A grin spread across my lips.God, she was gorgeous. I had thought sex with her for a month would have gotten her out of my system by now but the opposite was the case.It was like she was weaving these invisible webs around my heart , pulling me closer and closer like some love demon.I wondered why she was dreaming. Was she dreaming about me?She was an orphan.She had no family, no ties, at least bone that she had told me about or I had found out about. Yet, there was a deep sadness that clun
RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 87
AnnaVenice was unlike anything I had ever seen before.The moment we stepped onto the water taxi, the world around me shifted into something out of a dream. The air smelt different, being yet crisp, tinged with the scent of aged stone and the faintest hint of something sweet, like pastries cooling on windowsills.The city itself unfolded before me like a painting in motion, Buildings weathered by countries, leaned toward the canals, their faded facades kissed by the golden afternoon light. Balconies draped in the ivy and flower boxes spilled over with bursts of color. Gondolas moved gracefully through the narrow waterways, the gondoliers dressed in traditional striped shirts, pushing along with an effortless elegance.I couldn't tear my eyes away."It's... breathtaking," I murmured, barely aware I had spoken aloud.Beside me, Duncan leaned back against the seat, watching me instead of the scenery. "Venice has that effect."I turned to him, finding his gaze steady, knowing. The way he
RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 86
AnnaIt wasn't long after the phone call when Duncan stepped out of our hotel room.He was showering me with so much love. I wasn't particularly sure how a monster like him could be so gentle and awkward.I dialed Tim once again hoping the fifth time was the charm but no answer.Was he okay??It was unlike him to not answer immediately.I had asked him to follow Lily but what if he'd been compromised and had been captured.I shuddered.No,I was overthinking.He was definitely fine.I shook my head and decided to send him a text. Telling him to call me as soon as possible.I waited a couple of minutes and decided to call Sly.He picked up on the first ring.“Sly, hey. Have you heard from Tim?”I asked not to give him the chance for pleasantries. Not that it mattered. Sly didn't care for pleasantries. Only results.“No, I have not heard from him."“He's not at the precinct?”“It's his day off. Is everything okay?”“No. I sent him on a mission yesterday. He isn't picking up his call.”Sl
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AnnaLove? I couldn't believe this. I couldn't believe anything.My heart was beating in my chest and my mind was a complete mess.Duncan was in the living room talking to his men while I laid in the room, unable to sleep.I fiddled with rmthe ring in my hand. I had managed to snatch it despite my fear and what I had seen.Hallucination?There was no way that was the truth. I couldn't have hallucinated that but then again, Jean hadn't taken his drink. In fact, he'd made an effort not to.I wasn't sure what to think anymore.My head was spinning. At this point, I was going insane.Maybe Tim was right. Maybe I was playing a dangerous game and didn't know it.The door to the bedroom suite opened and Dun walked towards me.I pretended to be asleep. The last thing I wanted to do was have sex.I was too cofused, too stressed.I felt the bed dip and seconds later Duncan's hands around my waist. He pulled me closer to him and held me right. I held my breath expecting him to start caressing
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Duncan‘What were you thinking?’ I yelled at Anna, my hands shaking on the steering wheel.“I'm sorry. I didn't think ““No, you didn't. Do you have any idea who Jean is? He is dangerous. He could have ripped you apart.”I snapped, remembering who he was.Back when my father still had his pack, Jean was one of his loyal friends and he was ruthless with humans especially the female. He hated them, hell, he was one of the reasons my father had been exiled.The shock in my eyes when I had seen Anna in the cage had sent me into temporary psychosis.I had practically rode here when I realized Jean had won her.“I'm sorry.”“No, that's not enough. What were you thinking?” He asked.“Nothing.”She said, her voice shaking.“There has to be something. It's unlike you to make such a rash decision. Tell me now,”“I can't,” she admitted and began to cry, her body shaking.She looked genuinely distressed and it made my chest ache. I could feel her pain just like she could feel mine earlier and sh
RUTHLESS: The Mafia Alpha's Toy 83
Anna“Such a beautiful woman,” the French man that had gotten the ring said as his chauffeur opened the car door of the sleek black SUV.The ring was with him. He'd transferred about three million dollars for the ring, and by the looks in his eyes, I was absolutely sure he planned on doing whatever he wanted to my body.“Thank you,” I said with a fake sultry smile as I pulled my trench coat tighter around me and slipped into the car.Now, that I was with him, all I could think about was how stupid I had reacted. This was going to raise a lot of questions.I wondered what Duncan was thinking now.He'd probably be as confused as I was.My phone vibrated as the car moved.It was Duncan calling. I silenced the call.I had to focus on stealing that ring back, but how?How was I supposed to do that without him suspecting?I felt Jean-Luc’s hand on my shoulders, and when I turned, he was grinning at me.I almost puked into my mouth. He was well into his 60s with the look of an 80-year-old.I
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AnnaA sigh escaped my lips. I was exhausted. We had gone through a total of sixteen rose velvet girls and sixteen items, and there was still more. I just wanted to rest a little bit. The crowd was having too much fun.I plucked a bottle of champagne from the collar and drank a generous amount. My mind is filled with so many questions.I had a feeling something was about to happen, but I couldn't put my finger on it yet.I was thoroughly exhausted, and the worst part? I missed Duncan and not just the sex. I was slowly getting used to having him as some kind of comfort, which weirded me out.I wanted to believe it was simply sex.Would you be able to kill him when the time comes?That tiny voice in the back of my head asked.Absolutely!I answered with confidence, but why did my heart feel anything but confident?“And for the next item…” The announcer started, and I gestured for the men to pick up the huge vase that was essentially a wolf's head, golden and made of pure gold. I wonder
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AnnaI called Tim as soon as Estonia went back to Duncan's dressing room.“Tim, I need your help.” I said as soon as he picked up.“What's wrong? Are you okay?” he asked, his voice frantic. I heard a honk from his phone and concluded he was probably outside the precinct.“No. I have a kind of friend here; her name is Lily, and, well, she was acting erratic. I'm not sure what's wrong with her, but I need you to look into her tonight. She is one of the escorts. You've seen her before, but I'll send you a picture, but before that, I need you to do something for me. I need you to follow them. I have no idea where they are going, but follow her.” I told him the name of the van and the licence plate they'd taken.“Alright, I'm on it. I'll inform some of my PIs and some patrol cops.”“Thank you, Tim!” I said.“Tim?” I heard Levi's voice behind my back, and I froze.I slowly turned around to find him staring at me, his eyes hard, his nostrils flared.The door was supposed to be closed. How mu
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Duncan“What is it?”I questioned Estonia, annoyed by her interrupting me and Anna's time.Me and Anna's time?I couldn't believe I was calling it that now.“Not sure how to say this, Dun, but Lily is here again.”“What? I thought she was with Dr Kane?”“She was.” Estonia shrugged. “She escaped.”I sighed.“Take her back there and make sure he sedates her.”Estonia's lips thinned.“What is it?” I asked when she didn't move to leave.“Well, it seems she left a trail of bodies on her way here.”“Fucking hell. What have you done with the bodies now?” I asked.“Don't worry, it's been taken care of, but we might need to put Lily down soon. She's getting worse, more erratic, and the authorities will tie this back to us. We don't want that; it's too dangerous. The last time this happened, it took us asking the vampires to cover this shit up. We can't risk it. We need to put her down.”“Absolutely not. She can get better. Kale said so.”I stood. I was not going to put Lily down like some ani
