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DanteI should have gotten the store closed.That was the only thought ringing in my head the moment we got there. I adjusted the cuff of my tailored suit as we stepped inside.The store was luxurious, pristine, with gleaming shelves and high ceilings but people couldn't stop staring. Their eyes, followed us about the moment we walked through those doors. And I can't seem to decide whether it’s because it's not everyday they see a powerful Mafia king or it’s just the scar on my face.The manager hurried over but I was more focused on my little wife, she looks so beautiful with her hair down, her brown eyes glancing around the room.“G—Good day sir” He stuttered. “How may I be of service?”“Oh yes, I want some dresses for my wife, something—”And then I saw him—a guy shamelessly checking out my wife like I wasn’t standing right there. I closed the space between us, pressing my chest firmly against her back. My eyes locked on his, and I watched the color drain from his face as recogni
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DanteI pressed a lingering kiss to her forehead, murmuring, “I’ll see you later, cara mio.”Her face was a mixture of confusion and curiosity, her lips parting like she had questions ready to spill out. But she held back. I was grateful for that. This wasn’t a conversation I wanted to have right now.“It’s business,” I added, my voice steady, though my mind wasn’t. “Something to do with my grandmother.”She nodded slowly, a quiet understanding in her eyes. I could tell she wanted to say more, but she didn’t.“Enzo,” I called, my tone sharp, a command more than a request. “Stay with my wife.”Enzo stepped forward, his frame solid and unshakable. I turned to the store manager next.“Give her whatever she wants,” I said, my voice low and firm, brooking no argument. I didn’t wait for a response. There was no need—I was already halfway out the door, leaving behind her faint scent of jasmine and the heavy weight of her gaze following me.The black SUV was parked out front, Rico standing by
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DanteI stood just a few feet away from the man tied to the chair, his strained breathing was the only sound that could be heard in the quiet room.The room was poorly lit and musty, and the smell of blood in the air was thick enough to choke you. I unbuttoned my suit, trying my best to ignore the stain of blood on the cuff. The man groaned, his head falling forward as a fresh stream of blood dripped out from his busted nose.“I’m guessing you work for the Vitallos” I said, my voice was low and steady.The man didn't move.I sighed, crouching. My face only a few inches away from the battered man’s, grabbing his chin, I forced his head up. Our eyes met and for a moment I hesitated.“Do you know why you are here?” I questioned. My tone was conversational, practically like we were sharing drinks at a bar.“I…. I don't know what you're talking about” he choked out, but the fear in his green eyes was very obvious.I chuckled softly, shaking my head. It was the kind of laugh that had made
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GabriellaThere was a little bounce in my steps as I went up the staircase towards my room, a smile tugged the corners of my lips as the memory of Dante laughing earlier replayed in my mind. I was humming a tune when I came to an abrupt halt.She was there.Sofia was sitting very casually on the bed like she owned it. Her red dress clung loosely to her curves and her bold red lipstick matched the smirk playing on her lips. The malice I saw in her eyes the moment our gaze met sent a cold chill down my spine.“Sofia” I said, setting the shopping bags I carried on the table, my voice was louder than I had expected it to be. “What are you doing in my room?”Her eyes shined with amusement as she crossed her legs. “Oh, I see you’ve learnt my name”I went further into the room, the tension in the air thick as I felt like an intruder in my own room. “Does Dante know you are—““Dante?” She interrupted mockingly. “Of course he knows, he gave me the go ahead to do anything I want” she smirked, t
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Gabriella“Don’t fucking touch me!” I snapped. Turning away from my husband as I felt his hand roaming my body.I had been woken up by the door clicking shut when he came in but had pretended to be asleep, hoping he would leave me alone. Bt of course, he didn't. I didn't know why I felt so hurt by what happened with Sophia earlier. It wasn't like I was in love with Dante.Hell! I didn't even like him. But knowing that your husband was cheating and worse, the other lady lives in the same house with you, messes with your self-esteem.And from that moment I made up my mind to stop feeling sorry for myself, no more pity parties. I curled up into my pillow, ignoring him even though I could feel the heat coming off him. Just as I thought he would give up and leave me alone, he grabbed me roughly, flipping me onto my back, his face was almost touching mine and I could feel his breath on my lips. He looked pissed as fuck and my courage almost deserted me. “Say that again and i’ll have no
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Dante The voices of my men carried faintly through the house as I made my way down the stairs. The weight of the Glock in my hand felt familiar, grounding me as I checked the magazine. Fully loaded.I slid the weapon into the waistband of my jeans, adjusting it until the cool metal rested against my skin. When I entered the sitting room, every conversation stopped. The air grew heavy, and all eyes shifted toward me. My men were already on edge, like they could sense the tension I carried with me like a storm cloud. “Luca,” I said as I took my seat, the chair creaking under my weight. “Status.” Luca, the crew’s tech wizard, moved quickly, setting his laptop in front of me. The screen flickered to life, displaying a live feed.Nonna lay on a narrow bed in a small, dark room. She looked peaceful, her chest rising and falling in steady rhythm. For a moment, my grip on the armrest loosened. Then the rage within me spiked all over again. She didn’t belong there. Locked away like a
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GabriellaI will always hate him.That was my first thought as I woke up, there was a dull ache in between my thighs that reminded me of what he had done. Again.But there was no tears this time, all I had was rage. A seething rage that threatened to consume me as I swung out of bed. Every move shot a sharp pain up my thigh. I thought I could endure this life, thought I could find a way to survive in this world without losing myself. But I was wrongThe room was dark and a brief glance at the wall clock told me what I needed to know. I had overslept and it was almost night. I took a step towards the bathroom and that was when my eyes landed on the vanity. There was a bouquet of roses that I know must be from him. The vivid petals in a beautiful crystal vase mocked me. Next to it was a diamond necklace, a glittering chain of false apologies.I felt a little relieved that he had not carried out his earlier threat. That he had not passed me around to his men like some broken toy, but t
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DanteI checked the Glock for the third time tonight, the cold metal felt heavy against my palm. The vitallos estate loomed in the distance, it felt eerie, like it was watching.Rico sat in the driver's seat, the faint glow of the dashboard casting sharp lines on his face. In the back of the van, Luca and four of my men sat quietly, their silence almost deafening in the confined space. “Just a few more minutes, boss. You good?” Luca's voice crackled through the earpiece. I glanced at my watch—11:58. It was almost time. “I’m good. Just keep your eyes sharp, Luca” I responded.A grunt from the back of the van—Antonio, probably. “This feels off,” he muttered.The others in the back with him laughed, dismissing him.“Everything feels off to you,” Rico said without looking back, his hands tightening on the steering wheel.“Maybe because it usually is,” Antonio shot back.“Quiet,” I snapped, silencing them. “Focus.”A security switch was happening at the estate, just as we planned. Our
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The door clicked shut, and the sound made Gabriella freeze. She stood still, listening closely as the lock turned with a harsh, scraping noise. That sound told her one thing — she was trapped. Outside the room, she heard Dante’s voice, calm but firm. There was no kindness in his tone, only authority."No one goes in or out until I say so. Not even for food."His words hit her like a blow. Through the thin wooden door, she heard the quiet movement of the guards standing outside. They didn’t question him. They simply obeyed.She remained in place, listening intently until she caught the sound of Dante’s footsteps ascending the stairs to the more affluent, upper levels of the house. The stillness that ensued felt denser than the atmosphere surrounding her.Only then did she realize she had been holding her breath.Gabriella eventually scanned the space where she had been confined. It was tiny and barren, lacking anything comforting or inviting. The walls were empty, and the sole piece of
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Gabriella“This is your new room now.”Dante’s voice cut through the silence like a knife. It was icy, piercing, and utterly conclusive, enveloping my heart with the heaviness of his words like steel shackles. He towered above me, his towering figure creating a shadow so immense it seemed to engulf me entirely. And at that instant, I understood — truly understood — that any remaining hope I possessed was quickly and irretrievably fading like sand slipping through my hands.My body was in pain. My back ached with agony, and the intense, glaring light streaming in through the windows caused my head to pound. However, none of it measured up to the pain in my heartThe ache of knowing that everything was falling apart. The memories of last night hit me all at once, crashing into me like a storm I wasn’t prepared for. The whispers. The accusations. The fear. It was too much, too fast — and then before I could even catch my breath, the door burst open. It slammed against the wall so hard
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Matteo."Now get out. And pray you haven’t ruined everything." The door slammed shut behind her, the sound echoing through the room like a gunshot. I stood there for a moment, fists clenched at my sides, as the walls seemed to close in — the weight of my own frustration pressing against me. Sofia. Reckless, impulsive, foolish Sofia. I’d known from the start she’d be a liability, but I needed her. At least for now. But if she kept pushing like this… well, even my patience had its limits. And Sofia was standing right on the edge of them. I began pacing, each step tapping out my irritation on the hardwood floor. Everything had been going according to plan — perfectly, even — until she decided to take matters into her own hands. I should have seen it coming. She was ambitious, but ambition without control was dangerous. And right now, the last thing I needed was danger from my own allies. I sank onto the couch — still warm from where she’d been sitting — and let out a slow breath,
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Sofia.I had not expected the girl to deliver such a great job. I couldn’t believe it had worked. I couldn’t believe all it had taken to turn Dante against her was one reckless night of partying. Just one night — and everything shifted. I chuckled quietly, recalling the expression on Gabriella’s face as she understood there was no way to regain Dante’s approval. The ruin, the embarrassment. She had completed it. What now? Dante belonged to me. The idea sparked a wave of excitement within me. The thought of becoming the upcoming mistress of the mansion, along with its riches and influence, thrilled me to the core. I could already picture it — the lavish gatherings, the power, the pure opulence of everything. Before long, everything would be mine. With a pleased grin, I glided down the corridor toward Matteo’s room, my heels tapping gently on the glossy marble. The atmosphere was heavy with excitement. I opened the door without knocking, eager to revel in my triumph. Yet as soon as
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Dante.Everything went still the moment she collapsed. The clang of chains hitting the metal pole resonated into stillness, a stark and conclusive tone that lingered in the atmosphere. Even her screams appeared to be overshadowed by the darkness, and for a brief moment, it felt as if the entire universe had stopped.The silence was unbearable. Maybe—just maybe—I shouldn’t have killed the poor bastard. But the thrill was there, undeniable and electric, pumping through my veins the way it had earlier. That sharp rush, that surge of power, was like a drug.But it was the anger that stayed. It simmered in my blood as I uncuffed her wrists, the marks on her skin standing out like bruised flowers. I cradled her like a child, her body limp and fragile against me. And then I stood over her, towering and silent, just watching her sleep. The room was filled with the scent of sweat, fear and blood. He had died for her—Elio—and she didn’t even know it.In the mafia, women don’t betray their husba
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Gabriella"No." I whispered, panic clawing up my throat.Dante's grip on my hair got tighter. "Watch."I fought desperately against the bindings, the metal digging into my flesh; however, I was helpless. Enzo swiftly crossed the room, his gun shining in his hand.Elio's chest heaved and sank in quick, uneven gasps. His gaze fixed on me—imploring, urgent.A profound silence extended between us. And then the pop of the gunshot shattered it.Elio's body convulsed, blood pouring across his chest. A cry escaped my mouth as he crashed down, his head turning to the side."Please don't... no, no, no..." I cried, shaking my head.Dante's grip loosened, causing me to tumble onto the table. My vision dimmed as I watched Elio's body lie still, the light of life dwindling from his eyes.I could not catch my breath."You ought to be grateful to me, my dear," Dante whispered, sweeping my hair from my damp, sweaty face. "He was destined to die." He continued. "At least now... he passed away watching
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GabriellaI hesitated but I realized that I had chosen my own fate.From across the room, Elio’s eyes shone with profound fear. He was seated in the leather armchair, bound with rope, blood running from a gash on his forehead. Every rapid breath made his body convulse, and his mouth opened, as if he were reaching for me.Dante towered above me, a tempest in the still atmosphere. The warmth of his breath on the nape of my neck caused chills to run down my spine, accompanied by a potent aroma of whiskey that lingered afterwards. I clenched my fists at my sides, digging my nails into my palms while I tried to hide my sense of panic. “You didn’t think you could con me, did you, darling?" His tone was low, a menacing whisper. I flinched but was silent. My heart pounding wildly in my chest, each thump reverberating in my mind.He advanced gradually—intentionally—letting his fingers glide along the strap of my red dress. I shut my eyes tightly, nausea building in my throat. The space seeme
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Gabriella“Take your dress off.”The words sliced through the air, cutting and piercing. My heart thumped, my breath caught in my chest when the large, heavy door thudded shut behind us.I turned toward him, a terror tightening my throat. Dante stood a few steps in front of me, his face impenetrable, though his stiff stance sent shivers down my spine. My palms were dripping in perspiration since we had first set foot on steps leading down the basement. With each downward stride, it had been like I was walking in the direction of my grave, tremors, chasing themselves down my spine, foretelling a horror beyond understanding.I blinked hard, fighting to see clearly as Dante leaned in and flicked a switch.A blinding flash of white light filled the room.I squinted, my eyes fighting to adjust, taking in the room which looked like some sort of observation room— cold, chilling. The room was partitioned by a thick slab of glass, us and it, between us and another room. And there, I caught a f
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The quiet in the car felt like it was suffocating — the kind of silence that pressed on Gabriella’s chest so that just breathing was a chore. Only the gentle radiating engine of the car and the beating of her heart could be heard.She was too scared to talk anymore, and had long since ceased her attempts at reasoning with Dante when she could see that his cold, stony expression wouldn’t budge. His fists were clenched so tightly his knuckles were white, his jaw set in that hard, unforgiving line she knew all too well. And she knew there would be no mercy for her this night. She sank back against the far end of the seat, her body glued to the door, as if that distance would shield her from his fury. It was a familiar position — one that reminded her of the first day Matteo had torn her from her father’s arms. That same impotent terror ran through her veins now, cold and paralyzing. The muffled cries from the trunk broke the silence, sending fresh shivers through her. Elio. Her mind
