Melody sat in the back of the Lamborghini, heart pounding as one of the masked gunmen held a gun to her head, while the others smoked and chatted away, filling the car with smoke. As they approached Ashley's mansion, Melody's heart sank. She had been trying so hard to escape Miami, but now she was back in the very place she had been running from.The gate to the mansion opened, and a thug approached the car. The leader of the gunmen dragged Melody out and led her towards the entrance. Suddenly, a gunshot rang out, and Melody froze. She watched in terror as Mason and his men emerged from the mansion, carrying guns. Mason and the leader of the gunmen stood face to face, sizing each other up."Who are you, and what are you doing in Ashley's mansion?" asked the leader of the gunmen. Mason replied with a smirk, "This is my mansion now. I'm tired of explaining myself to everyone."Melody felt a lump form in her throat as she watched the two men talk. She had no idea what was going to happen
Xander opened his eyes to find Ashley embracing him tightly. He could hear the sound of his heartbeat, but he couldn't believe he was actually in love with a psychopath. Nevertheless, he hugged her back, wishing to stay in the moment forever.Suddenly, the door swung open, and a nurse barged in. The sight of the two cuddled up in bed, with no clothes on, made her scream in shock.Chris, who had been standing outside the door, walked in and caught sight of the scandalous scene. He shook his head in disbelief and placed his left hand on his forehead.Ashley woke up and saw the nurse's reaction. Without hesitation, she slapped Xander hard across the face and threw him off the bed with her feet, covering her body with the duvet."Miss, please calm down. I'll handle it," Chris said, handing her a little tip to leave the room. As the nurse dropped some medicine and food on the nightstand, she left the room, shaking her head with disappointment."What the hell is going on here?" Chris asked,
Ashley watched him go, feeling a mix of emotions. She was angry with Xander for getting himself into this mess, but she was also worried about Chris. She knew he was putting himself in danger, but she also admired his loyalty.“Stupid boy,” she muttered under her breath. She knew she had to go after him. She started running down the street, her heart racing. She caught up with Chris at the corner, both of them panting and out of breath.“Are you crazy?” Ashley said, grabbing Chris’ arm.“We have to save him,” Chris said, his eyes wild.Ashley took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down. She knew Chris was right. They couldn’t just leave Xander to his fate.“Okay,” she said. “Let’s do this.”Ashley stopped a bike in the middle of the road, Chris got in behind her, sitting extremely close. She looked around, trying to catch sight of the van that had just abducted Xander. The street was deserted except for a few parked cars. The sun had just set, casting an orange glow on the horizon
Mary lay on her bed, staring at the TV screen while a young man lay beside her. The room reeked of cigarettes and wine. The reporter on the TV interviewed Detective Brad, who had just announced that he had solved the murder of Dr. Anderson. Noah, the son of the late Mafia lord Kendrick, was the real murderer, but he was also dead. Mary snorted in disgust and turned to the young man next to her, kissing his back.Mary sprang up from the bed, revealing her old, wrinkled buttocks and her pink pajamas. She dropped the bottle of wine on the nightstand, and her phone beeped. Mary read the message, and her heart sank.The $20,000 she received from Ashley was gone. She was sure she had $10,000 left. The man on her bed had robbed her. She angrily woke him up and demanded to know what had happened to her money."What did you do with my money?" Mary asked."I used it," he replied nonchalantly. "Did you think $2,000 was enough to hire me? I hacked your account balance and took what was rightfully
Ashley stood outside the bathroom, pounding on the door with all her might. She was desperate to go, but Xander was taking forever. This was her first time sharing a bathroom with someone, and it was turning out to be a complete nightmare."Xander, how much longer are you going to be?" Ashley called out, her voice strained."Calm down, Ashley. I just got in here," Xander's voice came from behind the door.Ashley bit her lip, trying to hold it in. She looked around the hallway, taking in the peeling wallpaper and the cracked tiles on the floor. It was clear that the house had seen better days.Living a luxurious lifestyle in Miami for a long time had made her accustomed to certain comforts. However, she had neglected the house for so long that she was now paying the price. The only part of the property that was being taken care of were the animals in the barn next to the apartment. She had hired a farmer to take care of them, but everything else had gone to hell.Ashley gritted her tee
Ashley looked out of the peephole in her apartment but saw no one outside. She was sure she had heard a loud bang on the door. When she tried to open it to investigate, Xander stopped her. "I'll go," he said."I can handle it myself, Xander. I'm not a baby, and don't forget, I'm your boss," Ashley replied, turning to address the group. "Everyone else, stay put."As she walked down the hallway, Ashley saw shadows of people running away from the apartment in the night sky, but she couldn't get a good look at them. Just as she was about to turn back, she bumped into Xander, who had followed her outside."Get out of my way, asshole," Ashley demanded, trying to walk past him, but he blocked her path."Why did you kiss Chris in front of me?" Xander asked.Ashley looked at him, trying to prove a point. "I was trying to show you that the two of us wouldn't work."Xander looked at her, his eyes searching hers. "Give me a chance," he pleaded. "Have you ever dated anyone before?"Ashley rolled h
Mason lounged in his chair, relishing the attention of the maids. One of them was performing oral sex on him, while another fed him breakfast. Despite his pleasure, he found his life in the mansion boring.His phone rang, interrupting his enjoyment. "Boss, we have successfully planted the bomb and stolen from Ashley. She has no choice but to use the car," the voice on the other end announced. Mason laughed and hung up, dismissing the maids."Get out of my room; I no longer require your services," he ordered. He dressed quickly and headed outside for fresh air.As he stepped out, a truck crashed through the gate of Ashley's mansion, startling him. He wondered who the intruder could be. A woman emerged from the truck, her stylish appearance and confident demeanor catching his attention. She was accompanied by several muscular men, and Mason couldn't help but wonder who she was."Who are you?" Savage Huns demanded, her gaze fixed on him. "And where is Ashley?"Mason was caught off guard
Ashley, Xander, Chris, Jake, Dave, and Dave's girlfriend all piled into a car parked outside a countryside apartment. Adrenaline was pumping through their veins as they had just buried the body of a farmer in a field. Ashley was forced to sit on top of Xander's lap in the car, while Jake took the wheel."How's your hand, Chris?" Ashley asked."Damn, I can finally feel my fingers," Chris exclaimed as he stretched his right hand."Jake, step on the gas and take us to my father's mansion," Ashley declared. But before Jake could do that, they heard a loud noise, and all the animals on the farm next to the apartment started running away, including the horses in their stables."Shit, we have to stop them," Ashley screamed. "Those horses alone are worth a fortune!"Before they could respond, Ashley stepped out of the car. The group followed her, apprehensive about what they would find. The sound of the animals running and the sight of the horses bolting from their stables made their hearts r
Dear beloved readers,As I sit down to write this author's note, tears of gratitude and joy fill my eyes. I cannot express how much happiness it brings me to know that you have embarked on this incredible journey with me, deep into the world of the mafia queen and her enthralling story. Your support and dedication have meant the world to me, and I am forever grateful for each and every one of you.With a bittersweet feeling in my heart, I must inform you that the journey of Book One has come to a close. The captivating tale of the mafia queen has reached its end, but fear not, my dear readers, for this is only the beginning. Book Two is right around the corner, waiting to sweep you off your feet once again.I have poured my heart and soul into crafting this novel for you, and I am overjoyed to hear that it has touched your hearts and minds. Your enthusiasm and encouragement have inspired me every step of the way, and for that, I am eternally grateful.Now, I have a little secret to sh
The following day dawned, casting an eerie light upon the grim gathering. Old man Carl stood resolutely on the shore of the sea, his face devoid of any trace of a smile. His stern expression and commanding voice cut through the air as he explained the rules of the game to Ashley and her group, who faced the submarines assigned to each of them.An intense tension settled upon the shore, amplified by Xander's frequent glances in Ashley's direction. She stood a mere inches away from him, next to Jake, while Carl loomed behind them all."Each of you knows exactly why you're here, you bunch of assholes," Carl began, his voice carrying across the water. He gestured toward the six sleek submarines bobbing in the water behind him. "Today, someone will meet their end, and this game will determine who. You will race in these submarines. The first five to cross the finish line shall be spared. The person who crosses last will pay with their life."With a sinister smile, he pulled out a handgun f
Mason stood outside his car in the dimly lit alley, stubbornly refusing to get inside while Melody persistently tapped on the window behind him. He retrieved a matchbox and a cigarette from his pocket, lighting it up and taking a long drag."Sorry to keep you waiting. You know that queen is a handful," Carl said, spreading his hands as he approached Mason from the other side of the alley."What was all that? Why did you make me look like a fool, you old hag?" Mason growled, exhaling a plume of smoke. Carl stood before him, a smirk playing on his lips."Perhaps you still consider her your queen?" Mason questioned."Hell no. She's nobody's queen. Just a naive little girl claiming to rule Miami when she's nothing without her dead father," Carl remarked. Mason extinguished his cigarette on Carl's shirt, leaving a stain behind. "If I find out the punishment you plan for her is a joke, I'll come for both of you. Mark my words, old hag." Mason's words carried the weight of a promise. He grab
Ashley anxiously bit her lip, her mind racing as she desperately searched for a solution. "I don't have access to my money at the moment," she admitted, her voice filled with determination. "But I promise I'll find a way to get it to you. Please, help me put Mason in his place."Carl shrugged, his indifferent expression unchanged. "Fine, I'll do it for you," he conceded before turning on his heel and heading towards the door.Just as Carl left, Xander emerged from the bathroom, a towel in hand, patting his damp hair dry. A furrow formed on his brow as he observed the scene before him, sensing that something was amiss. Concern etched his features as he approached Ashley. "What's going on?" he asked, his eyes fixed on her with genuine worry.Turning to face him, Ashley's eyes brimmed with determination. "I have to eliminate Mason once and for all," she declared firmly.Xander's brow furrowed deeper as he raised an important point. "Are you sure that's the real reason you're going? Or is
The sound of Mason’s ringing phone pierced through the silence of the room, waking him up from his sleep. He let out a groan as he reached for the phone on his nightstand, his hand brushing his hair back."Carl, do you have any idea what time it is?" Mason scolded as he answered the call.But his scolding was cut short as he heard Ashley’s voice on the other end of the line. His heart skipped a beat at the mention of her name, but he quickly composed himself."What do you want, Ashley?" he asked, trying to keep his voice steady."You have been asleep all day," she said, her voice dripping with disdain. "I’m coming to take my mother, and you better be ready to hand her over. Meet me at the location I will send you, or you will regret it."Mason felt a surge of anger course through his veins. How dare she threaten him like that?"No, Ashley," Mason replied firmly. "I’m not playing your games. This game is mine to play. You come to me if you want your mother back, I will send you the loc
Mason dragged Mary to the pool area, her screams echoing through the empty halls. The afternoon sun shone brightly, casting a warm glow on the cold water of the pool. He threw her into the shallow end of the pool, and she splashed around frantically, trying to keep her head above water."Please, Mason, please," Mary pleaded as he repeatedly shoved her head under the water, "Get this on camera." Mason ordered his henchmen, "I want Ashley to see what happens to those who cross me." Mary struggled to breathe as her head remained underwater for too long, but just as Mason was about to let her drown, he pulled her head out to prevent her from dying.Melody had followed them to the pool area, horrified by what she saw. "Please, Mason, stop this," Melody pleaded, tears streaming down her face. "You're hurting her. You're hurting everyone. Please, I'm begging you." But Mason just sneered at her, his eyes cold and unfeeling. "You don't understand, Melody," he said. "Ashley needs to see that I
"Are you okay?" Xander asked, moving closer to Ashley.Ashley took a deep breath and looked at Xander. "No, I'm not okay," she said, her voice low. "I don't love my mother, but I feel like I have to save her. I don't want to be an orphan." Xander looked at her, concern etched on his face. He put his arm around her, trying to offer some comfort. Ashley appreciated the gesture but couldn't shake the feeling that she was in a dangerous situation. Carl was standing right next to them, observing their interaction with a disapproving look on his face. Ashley couldn't help but feel like she was being watched all the time.Xander understood the gravity of the situation, and he knew that this must be hard for her. "I'm here for you. We'll get through this together," he said, pulling her into a warm embrace.To everyone's surprise, Ashley gave Xander a crushing hug, as if she needed it more than anything else in the world. Carl, being the old man he was, remarked, "Ashley finally has a boyfrien
Mary's heart beat wildly as she strode past the imposing entrance of Ashley's mansion, brushing past the stoic goons who guarded the perimeter. Her eyes darted around the spacious living room, searching for Ashley. "Ashley! Ashley! Come out, we need to talk!" Her voice echoed through the room.Mason heard the commotion and burst out of his room, gun in hand. He descended the stairs at a breakneck pace, his heart pounding in his chest. When he reached the bottom, he was surprised to see a middle-aged woman standing in the living room, impeccably dressed in a fashionable outfit."Who the hell are you?" Mason growled, pointing his gun at Mary.Mary didn't flinch. "Chris, where's Ashley? I need to speak with her," she demanded, her eyes blazing.Mason chuckled darkly. "My name's not Chris, lady. And who the hell are you to be demanding to see Ashley?"Mary felt a chill run down her spine when she saw the cold, hard look in Mason's eyes. She knew she was in trouble. "Please, I need to see
Ashley was in a steamy bath with Xander, their bodies intertwined as they kissed passionately. She could feel his hands on her waist as he trailed kisses down her neck, sending shivers down her spine. They were happy, acting like a couple, and for a moment, Ashley forgot that she was a mafia queen.Suddenly, Ashley gasped as she woke up from the dream. She was confused and unsettled, feeling as though she had just crossed a line she shouldn't have. Blinking the sleep from her eyes, she looked around the dark living room. Everyone else was still sleeping, but Xander and Jake were nowhere to be seen.She slipped on her flip-flops and made her way outside, following the sounds of voices to the farm. When she arrived, she was shocked to see Jake and Xander in the middle of a heated argument, with apples scattered all over the floor."What's going on here?" Ashley demanded, stepping between the two men."Stay out of this, Ashley," Jake snapped. "Xander needs to leave. He's not welcome arou