SARAH My head throbbed incessantly as I gradually peeled open my heavy eyelids. A resounding thud against the unforgiving cement floor, accompanied by a pained hiss, echoed in the walls of my ears.As my vision slowly adjusted to the dim surroundings, I took stock of my unfamiliar environment. I found myself sprawled on the floor, having tumbled from the solitary sofa in the room—where on earth was I?The space was cramped, coated in a palette of monochromatic whites and blacks. A metallic door occupied the far corner, while a lone sofa dominated the center of the room.Struggling to piece together my fragmented memories, I recalled my brief interaction with the garbage man, discussing his scheduled collection time. And then, as if plunged into darkness, everything faded to black.With sudden clarity, the memories came flooding back like a deluge. I gasped as I relived the harrowing events—the drugging, the suffocating pressure of the handkerchief pressed against my nostrils.Fuck.
EMILIO "What do you mean you've got nothing!? She can't just vanish into thin air!" I slammed my fist down on the sturdy mahogany table that stood between me and my trusted capos.It's been two agonizing days since Sarah vanished, and honestly, I've never felt more exposed in my life. The thought of her out there, potentially suffering at the hands of some twisted lunatic, and I'm utterly clueless about her whereabouts was driving me insane.I could barely focus on work or anything that didn't concern finding Sarah. With each passing second that flew by, I felt myself drifting more and more into this dark abyss.My intense gaze bore into the faces of my capos—Alessio, Marcello, and Luca—as they exchanged uneasy glances among themselves. Their failure to locate Sarah or deliver that damn Grace to me was chipping away at my sanity."Fucking talk!" I roared, hitting my already balled fist on the table which sliced through the awkward silence."Emilio you have to relax and think with a c
EMILIO It was like a race against time to save Sarah. I drove furiously on the high way, tailgating and overtaking vehicles whilst blaring my car horn loudly.My heart was repeatedly being slammed against its bony confinement and anxiety overwhelmed me. My hands firmly gripped tightly the steering wheel, the abadoned factory being my sole destination.On getting to the deserted area, I took a sharp halt, killing my engines and stepping out immediately, my gun carefully tucked in my pants. A grim determination etched across my face as I stealthily made my way towards the entrance of the factory. I could only pray and hope that Sarah was truly inside here and it was not late to save her.Cautiously, I made my way through the abandoned factory, the air thick with dust. My heart pounded with every step, the vulnerability and fear of loosing Sarah gnawing at me once again.Amidst the darkness, I saw her lying there, bound and unconscious, like a fragile doll discarded on the cold, un
EMILIO As I ambled towards the grand foyer of my mansion, the familiar scent of wealth and power fills my senses. My shirt is stained with blood, a reminder of the brutal job I had done today. My underbosses alerted me that some of the hitmen who caused chaos in my casino had been captured. Honestly they didn't offer me much information than I already knew.I was expecting to finally be told where that fucking coward- The Ghost, lurks in hiding. But they themselves had no clue. This man is more crafty than I expected him to be. It seems there is an extensive hierarchy of power and only his top oligarchs actually know where he is.All we got our hands on was that he was in this city, perfectly blending with the shadows and waiting to strike at me again.Last time he got Sarah but not any more. I'd die before I let anything happen to her again.Seeing that his hitmen were off no use, I slit their throats myself before cremating their bodies. I wanted to give them more horrific de
SARAH I stared out into the open space through my window. Lightening flashed across the sky, illuminating the canvas of deep gray and dark blue that had enveloped the evening sky. The tall, elegant palm trees swayed in a synchronized dance, bending and bowing to the whims of the furious wind.The chilly wind howled against my ears, its relentless force penetrating my room and causing my curtains to billow and sway. A shiver ran down my spine, and goosebumps prickled across my skin as I observed the impending storm. It seemed as though there was a tempest brewing not just in the skies, but also within my own life. Emilio's persistent coldness and distance in my life was taking such a huge emotional and mental burden on my wellbeing.I have tried countless times to talk to him about it but he always choses to ignore me.And even when he does spare me a bit of seconds to pour out my grief and worries, he shuns them off and sends me away like what I am saying doesn't even matter to him
SARAH"Bambino" my slumber was repeatedly interrupted by a husky voice accompanied by feathery light kisses on my temple. Slowly and tiredly, I stirred from my sleep, blinking my sleepy eyes open.The day greeted me with exceptional brightness, a stark contrast to the storm that had ravaged the night before. Sun rays glinted brightly, flooding the room with warmth as they seeped through the windows.Emilio's smile greeted me as my blurry vision adjusted. "You sleep so peacefully," he remarked, kissing my forehead before planting a brief kiss on my lips. I smiled sheepishly and sat up straight, stretching my lazy limbs. "Well, that's how I sleep next to someone I love," I remarked. Yesterday had been amazing, Emilio had rocked me back and forth, driving me to the edge of desire and orgasm. It was a night of glorious lovemaking, and I relished every moment of it.It also marked a change, a new dawn in our relationship. I was glad to have my Emilio back, the man I fell in love with."Y
SARAH No. That can't be. I must have heard wrongly. Emilio's family wouldn't do this to him, to us.Emotions like a tornado ravaged me from within and my mind sought for answers, for Emilio himself to clarify what I just heard."Emilio send that girl far away cazzo! She's not safe in your life and you know it. We've lost alot in this fucking battle, do you want to loose Sarah too?!" A voice spat at him. I couldn't tell whose voice it was."Nobody is taking Sarah away for me! Nobody will dare harm her!" Emilio shot back, he sounded like he was seconds away from hitting whoever made that statement."Oh yeah?" Luca made a false chuckle. "Just days back she was kidnapped and harassed by our fucking uncle. Jesus Christ! Emilio can't you read the handwriting on the wall?! Sarah being around you is a threat even to you. She is your fucking weakness and that ass hole knows it. He let her go freely the last time but do you think he'd show her that mercy again if he got her?! Don't be a foo
SARAHAs I walked down the deserted street, my footsteps echoed through the fading light of day. Tears blurred my vision, and I wondered if I should turn back. The thought tugged at my heart, pulling me towards Emilio and the comfort of familiarity. But could I really return to him after everything that had happened?My thoughts swirled with conflicting emotions. I longed for Emilio's touch, his voice, his presence, they were my lifeline in the stormy sea of my existence. Yet, I knew staying with him would only bring us harm. The threats against us were real, and I couldn't bear the thought of holding him back.As I walked, the sky transformed above me, dark grey clouds swirling ominously. The distant rumble of thunder echoed through the air, warning me of a storm brewing. I paused, my heart heavy with uncertainty, and glanced down at my meager belongings – a handful of loose change and my phone, remnants of a life I no longer recognized.Suddenly the storm intensified, I quickened my
SARAHWEEKS LATER I applied the finishing touches of my makeup on my face, observing my reflection through the mirror whilst Emilio tucked in his shirt. It's been more than one week since that dreadful incident and honestly I am glad it's behind me, behind us all. Finally. This all seems like a new beginning for I and Emilio's relationship. He has actually become less controlling and more open to my ideas and thoughts. He doesn't assume I'm too feeble to handle things but instead he believes as his woman, I should be tough enough to take charge of certain aspects of his mafia.He asks for my suggestions concerning issues relating to trade and he has even thought me how to handle the gun more efficiently.More especially, he has been a great father to Asher. I've never seen Emilio so soft and undone as he is when it comes to his little boy, he becomes the best father!He is trying to make up for all those months he didn't spend with either of us and it's quite cute.Things are look
SARAHI struggled with my might, enduring the pain as I tried to cut myself free."Please....stop...leave me..." Emily begged frantically as Nikolia gropped her breasts and pressed his weight down on her body.The sight had me teary, my fear rising tremendously. Fuck. Cut goddamit.And then it snapped loose! Triumph surged within me.Quickly, I picked a rod lying on the ground and used it on an unsuspecting Nikolia.He staggered back and dropped to the ground, groaning in pain, "what the fuck!" He screamed, his hands clenching tightly onto the back of his head which now had blood gushing out.I couldn't afford to hit him anymore, his men must have heard him by now and they are probably on their way. My heartbeat was erratic as I freed Asher and Emily from the clutches of their ropes."Sarah..." Emily gasped, crying even hard. "Take Asher and run. Run into my car. The key is there! Drive away from here and don't stop. Just be safe please" I instructed."I can't leave you" she protes
EMILIOFUCK.It feels like my entire life is spiraling out of control once again.Sarah has driven off to save our son and I am here, forced to stay behind and utterly helpless when I could have driven off myself and killed that bastard!My heart beat ceased and pain clogged in my chest as I reminisced the day I had my men throw her out of the mansion. The puzzle pieces begin coming together, she was pregnant, pregnant and abadoned.How did she survive? God. The bravery and strength of that woman has me drooling! Will I ever see her again? Or our son? Our beautiful boy! Goddamit. Nikolia thinks he can take my family from me today but it's never going to happen.Decisively, I exit the house, the others following suit.If we are going to speak, it has to be outside the house."We have to do something. Emily..oh my God...Emilio we can't just let Sarah go there by herself" Conrad was panicking. He had never being in this sort of situation before and I knew it. "We won't. Right? We'd h
SARAHTHE NEXT DAY "Emilio I have to go now" I remided him for the umpteenth time but Emilio was not having to hear any of it.I had stayed over and last night was so memorable. Emilio made love to me the entire night like it was the last time he'd ever see me.I was aroused time and time ago, my breasts fondled and sucked, my thighs parted and positioned and my pussy dripping wet with juices he eagerly sucked clean.Fuck.He pulled me back to the bed just when I thought I had freed myself from his grasp, "Just one more hour Amore mio" he cooed in my ear, nibbling unto my earlobe.I smacked him playfully and bit my bottom lip, "You never do get enough do you?"Emilio pressed his lips on my collarbone, making me let out a little moan. "I haven't had you for two years. One day wouldn't satisfy me. I need to fuck you everyday" he raspily said."I really can never get enough Sarah" he added, his hungry fingers already trailing underneath my shirt.I closed my eyes for a brief second, r
SARAHTWO WEEKS LATERI stared at myself in the mirror, combing through my hair. Today was the day Emilio expected my response, and he was sure not expecting a no. I had thought about it endlessly. I wanted to be with Emilio, but this time things would be different. I wouldn’t let him think I was weak, someone he needed to protect. I survived two years without him, almost died in childbirth, and I wouldn’t let him ever toss me out of his life again.Emily knocked lightly on the door before stepping into the room. “Hey, Sarah. The driver is here, and Conrad is already in the car. Are you ready?”I turned to her, nerves fluttering in my stomach. “Yeah, I’m ready. Just… feeling a bit anxious.”Emily walked over, giving me a once-over. “You look amazing, Sarah. Hot, even. Emilio won’t know what hit him.”I laughed, shaking my head. “Thanks, Em. I hope you’re right.”She came closer, her expression turning serious. “Listen, whatever decision you make today, I support you. Don’t be nervous.
SARAHThe evening was quiet, with the kind of air that made you reflect on everything, no matter how hard you tried not to. I sat on the porch, my mind tangled in my thoughts, when Emily walked over, noticing my deep thinking.“Hey, deep in thought much?” she said, sitting down next to me.I forced a smile. “Just a lot on my mind.”Emily raised an eyebrow. “Do you want to talk about it?”I took a deep breath, feeling the weight of my confession about to pour out. “Have you tucked in Asher?”“Yes, he’s asleep,” Emily replied softly. “What’s going on with you? You seem really off tonight.”I hesitated for a moment, then decided to just let it out. “I met with Emilio.”Emily’s eyes widened in surprise. “What did he say?"“He said quite a lot,” I began, my voice fluttering slightly. “He reached out and we met up. Well he forced me to. He said he had to explain something important.”Emily leaned in, clearly intrigued. “Well? Hope he gave an apology?”I took a sharp exhale, struggling to fi
SARAHAs I approached the huge doors of Emilio’s mansion, my stomach churned with a mix of dread and uncertainty. The towering was in front of me, bringing back memories I had tried desperately to bury. I clenched my fists, willing myself to remain composed. It had been three days since Emilio had asked me to come over, and every second leading up to this moment had been filled with doubt and anxiety.Standing before the grand entrance, I hesitated. Memories flashed before my eyes—laughter, arguments, moments of tenderness, and the pain of my last time here, the shame I felt, the way his guards threw me off without any sympathy. I felt a wave of nausea, the urge to turn around and run kept ringing in my head. But I was here now, and I needed to get this over with.Gathering my resolve, I knocked on the heavy iron door. Almost immediately, it swung open, revealing Emilio. His presence was as commanding as ever, a mix of charm and authority that left me both intrigued and wary.“Sarah,”
SARAH I paced to and fro around the house, my heartbeat at 360 beats per minute. Man if anything happens to Conrad, I don't give a fuck I'd literally call the cops on Emilio. We hadn't heard from him in three days ever since the day Emilio barged into my home unannounced and also had his men stalk me and drag me to meet him.I just know Emilio is behind everything.I mean who else has such an audacity?Emily has been worried sick about him. I don't ever want Emily to suffer because of me. She has done so much for me. She stood by me, supported me, helped me patch myself up and she has been that shoulder I can always cry on. It would be so cruel of Emilio to cause her any form of pain.She was there for me when he wasn't! Both she and Conrad.Why is Emilio doing this to me? Does he want to seperate me from everyone I love? What sort of a man is this!?Emily currently was not home. She rushed out without saying a word to me after she received a strange call.I opted to follow her
EMILIOThe sanitary smell of antiseptic filled my nostrils as I stood in the hospital ward, my heart pounding in my chest. I glanced at Luca and Alessio, their faces also filled with the tension and anticipation I felt. We were all waiting for the doctor to return with the final results.When the doctor finally walked in, holding a sheet of paper, I could barely breathe. He looked at me and nodded. “Mr. Emilio, the test confirms it. Conrad is your brother.”I couldn't believe it. The hospital lights felt too bright, too sterile for the intensity of what was happening. I stood there, staring at the DNA results that confirmed it once again: Conrad was my brother. A flood of emotions washed over me—shock, relief, and an unexpected surge of happiness.Shock ran through me. Despite the previous test, a part of me wouldn't fully believe it. But now, with this confirmation, the truth was clear. Luca and Alessio exchanged glances, both looking as stunned as I felt. Conrad, on the other hand,