ROSINA"If you hadn't planned to escape, she would have been a free woman with her job intact and safeguards. I guess you called death to her," Lorenzo smirks, his eyes fuming with fury. "No!"I exclaimed with desperation tickling in my voice. "Please, you don't have to hurt her," I clasp my hands together, with my knees on the floor. Sitting beside me is Diana, currently in a state of shame. How did I end up putting her in such a state?"You beg?" Lorenzo asks,scoffing , he's still maintaining his cold look as he glances at me with his demeanor casting a thunderstorm fears in the room."Andrew, ensure she's locked up until I order her release," he commands coldly."No, please,”Diana begs tearfully,with her hands clasped against her chest ." I can't be locked up. My mother needs treatment, and I am the only one who can provide the money," Diana says hurtfully, still begging the monster with her knees on the floor and tears streaming down her face as she begs desperately.I am hurt, p
ROSINALorenzo drags me roughly to his room. After Andrew takes Diana's.My heart shatters into pieces. My mission has failed, and I've put Diana's life in danger. She was only trying to help her family, and now she’s on the verge of being caged and held hostage for the rest of her life because of my actions. I shouldn't have drawn attention to her. I shouldn't have done this. What am I supposed to do now that her life is in danger because of my own insolent behavior?I stagger when he forcefully pushes me, his hands gripping my waist. I sigh heavily, my breath hitching at his closeness. My heart races when his hands start roaming all over me. “What! What!” His hand rests on my lips, a deep smirk curling on his face as he mumbles, inhaling my scent. “Not a word. We have an agreement,” He says cockily.I inhale deeply. I don’t know why he has this much effect on me. We’re supposed to be discussing what he plans to do with Diana, as this wasn’t the plan. But my brain processes something
ROSINA "You need not worry, he's fine now," Andrew tells me, still looking gloomily at me. "But why?" I ask, sighing. "Is this common with mafia men?" I add, grumbling. Lorenzo's level of violence still shocks me, even now. I don't understand why he becomes so aggressive to such an extent. I don't think he loves me either."There are things you're better off not knowing," Andrew says, gulping down the alcohol in his hand. Placing the glass cup on the table, he sighs. "Diana's is fine. She wants to see you," He mumbles, sighing once more. His attitude and the way he continues to sigh only force me to want to push forward, to at least know what is happening around him. "Will you want to see her?""Will this lead to another fight between Lorenzo and me?" I ask, and he smirks, filling his glass with more alcohol. "Lorenzo—you like him, don't you?"I wasn't expecting such a question from him. Since I moved in, Andrew never once talked to me except at the dining table, but him asking abo
LORENZO "Mr. Antonio, I believe I have given you 60% of what you desire already. You can't be asking for more."Stupid man! I think.I expect him to ask about his daughter first before proceeding with the arrangements.But damn it, he cares less about his daughter than he cares about his business.I watch as he leans on the chair, clears his throat, and then speaks."Look, Don Lorenzo De'Russo's, whatever happens is out of the point, but that doesn't stop our deal. You found her, didn't you?"A smirk of grimace erupts on his face as he asks the question.He shouldn't be saying this.I groan at his words."You don't have to say that. Guess she's just a tool to you then.""She's not just a tool. Rosina is more than what you think," He replies."90% is all I can offer for your company, and after this, no more deals," I tell him.I know his company is going down the drain; that's the reason for the collaboration in the first place.I hear he's lacking in many areas.I don't know how he
ROSINAI wake up feeling giddy and dazed. My whole body is exhausted as I sit on the bed, trying to shake off the feeling.A new sensation overwhelms me. I could swear he was here during the night. I definitely feel him close to me.His silver caramel eyes bore into mine, and I felt it when my heart tingled. His breath was on me. I sigh deeply.I wave these thoughts from my head. I must have imagined things. I doubt he would be up and in my room at that hour.For a man whose relationship with me is based on a contract, he surely wouldn’t be here. Even though we aren't married yet, everyone knows this.The clock ticks, and realization hits me. I’ve slept past my usual time. I rush down to the bathroom, already panicking.I immediately take a quick shower, the water soothing my nerves. Each time I enter his bathroom, I always admire his taste.This man has good taste, something I can't deny despite his nasty personality. His sense of order is impeccable and admirable.Perhaps, it’s beca
ROSINAI watch him stare lustfully at me as I take the steps downward. His eyes look so bright, yet filled with desire. Both hands are tucked into his trouser pockets.I guess that's his personality or identity. There's never a day he doesn't tuck his hands in.He wears a charcoal slim-fit suit, a crisp black shirt, and a skinny tie, paired with polished leather shoes.His look creates a sharp, contemporary aesthetic perfect for an upscale event.His long, curly hair has its front pointing to me, and the way he stands erect causes goosebumps to wash over me.As I continue to descend the stairs systematically, I can't help but admire him.Gosh! This man is a demigod, despite his reputation as a beastly Mafia Don. His looks are to die for.His silver caramel eyes blaze with desire, and he can't stop glaring at me.I pause when I get closer to him, my eyes boring into his, and I can't help but tremble in an exhilarating manner.One filled with colliding desires and the need to be near hi
LORENZOMy eyes blaze and I glare at her during the meeting. She's been awkwardly quiet.I know this isn’t her kind of atmosphere, but I choose to go against all odds.If I must get this contract, I'll do whatever it takes to secure it. Don Rodriguez keeps glaring at Rosina.The way he looks at her is something alluring. I know he's filled with lust and desire.Knowing his intent, I try to keep him focused on the meeting, but he's still distracted.When his gaze lands on Rosina's lap, I grow more agitated and I don’t hesitate to pull her closer.I want to smash my lips against hers; her scent is alluring, and her beauty is undeniable.She looks perfect in every way, with her curvy figure. I believe I picked the perfect dress for her.She looks extremely gorgeous, and even in this hall, I am fascinated by her.If given the chance, I would claim her and make her mine for life.No matter how I try, I can't stop staring at her. Everyone’s eyes are on my wife-to-be, they are all captivate
ROSINA Gosh! How dare he? I can't believe he actually sends me out just to frolic around with some weird women.I expect this from a mafia boss, but what I wasn't expecting is for him to do it in front of me.To think he doesn't give a damn about my presence. Anger radiates within me as I walk towards the car.Gosh! I am utterly down. I shouldn't be brooding over this. What's the use of getting angry when this is just a contract marriage?I sigh deeply as I watch him walk toward me. His face is icy, just like his steps.His cold demeanor sends shivers down my spine, and I'm hit with conflicting emotions as I watch him."To the car," he orders without glancing at me.I expect him to say something—anything—after what happened. Shouldn't he dare explain? I am his wife-to-be, for goodness' sake."You won't?" he inquires, his cold gaze locked on me. I flinch as I stare into his silver caramel eyes, now glowing with silver.I hesitate for some time, terror washing over me. I'm currently te
~LORENZO~I slammed both my hands harshly on the table, not realizing I had sustained a wound three days ago."How dare you," I roared angrily, despite the pain that came with me slamming my hands on the desk."She's my fuckin' woman, she's not a commodity," I growled, my voice dripping with anger as I continued to stare at the man who flinched and shifted backwards.How the fuck?How could he sell her off to him?Is he that desperate?Listening to his words and explanation irked me more than I had imagined."You could have come to me, I would have helped. Why did you have to bargain with Don Rodriguez?" I yelled again. This time I let out a loud groan before digging my hands into my pocket to bring out the gun.Antonio flinched when he saw it. He stood to his feet, likewise Andrew."Please, Renzo. We can resolve this with no violence," Antonio pleaded. His voice caused irritation to wash through me.I'd fuckin' blow his head off for bargaining with Don Rodriguez and using Rosina as a
~ROSINA~"My brother wouldn't have sustained any wounds if you weren't in the picture," Andrew's angry voice breaks through my thoughts.I tossed to the other side of the couch, pain coursing through me in all harmony.I couldn't close my eyes for a minute. His words were harsh, sharp, and calculated, yet they were directed to me.I could feel his exasperation masking his face when he yelled.I didn't think he'd command such respect like his brother. I guess bloodline doesn't lie, and he could be very intimidating like his brother.I continue to toss in the bed as the weight of my actions wafts through me.Hours passed by like minutes, yet I am still waiting for sleep to drift me away from the reality of my world.In these hours, I was always lost, staring at him as he slept peacefully.It dawned on me that I have never seen him sleep, never woken up to see him on the bed, and I have never experienced any of this with him.Not even for once had I thought of this.His breath hitched at
~ROSINA~"Will he get better after this?" Andrew asked the doctor directly."I'm certain," he replied, glaring at Renzo from the door."How deep is the bullet in his hands?" Andrew asked, his gaze fixated on his brother."Deeper than expected, it'll take time to heal."My heart pierced deep into my chest like a needle had been used to stab it as I listened to their hurtful conversation.I can't help but feel conflicting emotions and pain.I allowed them to sink into my heart, knowing I was the cause of this.Andrew only sighed after that."I’ll head out. Ensure he takes his drugs frequently, and there’ll be frequent checkups on him," the doctor said.Andrew nodded, glaring at me. He walked off, following the doctor as they exited the room.Silence took over the room, and my mind flowed with rebellious thoughts as I contemplated what to do.I dared not go in to see him.I knew he'd definitely not want to see me.I wished I did things differently. He wouldn't have been shot.I didn’t th
~LORENZO~"Boss, she's nowhere to be found," my carpo said through the phone, and I sprang up angrily to my feet."What the fuck do you mean?" I couldn't bear to ask."She... she... we searched everywhere for her," he stuttered.Damn it.What the fuck happened?"I'd bet on your life this minute—if anything happens to her, I promise, I'd roast you alive," I yelled.I didn't wait for his next word before ending the call and rushing out of the board meeting."We have an intended meeting," my secretary said."Dismiss," I ordered coldly.I rushed out of the office without uttering another word.I picked up my phone and placed a call through to Andrew.At first, he didn’t pick up. My feet trembled, my whole body became tense as I continued pacing round the room effortlessly.Fear, for the first time, gripped me.Gosh, pick up your phone, Andrew."Sup man," Andrew said over the phone, immediately he picked up on the second ring."Where the fuck were you? Rosy has gone missing," I yelled over
~ROSINA~Gosh.I missed him. Why isn’t he coming back?It’s been days, yet he still hasn’t returned.Andrew is always in and out, and each night, he’s always passing the information of Renzo not coming home.I expected things to change for the better after our last escapade.I miss him. Each night, I am left to wallow painfully with hurt, with the image of him all over the room.I couldn’t stop thinking about him. I guess being stuck in this house with nothing good to do got me thinking so much about him lately.I can’t deny the fact that I always miss him.I am growing to love this man, and I don’t know how to handle my feelings for him anymore.Even when I tried to deny my feelings, everything always worked out against me, 'cause I loved him.My whole body always vibrates in anticipation each time his name is being called.I couldn’t stop wanting him.I can’t stop dying to have him touch me.I can’t deny the pleasure I get whenever he fucked me.I was sexually attracted to him, and
~ROSINA~"I always love you?" These words ring in my ear the moment I open my eyes.A smile curls up on my face.I couldn't believe he said these words to me yesterday.We made love, and this time, it was more pleasurable than the last.His touch was so tender and alluring. I couldn't resist it—all I wanted was him.No matter how hard I tried, I knew I'd definitely not get enough of him.I turned to the other side of the bed, and he was all gone."He didn't sleep here?" I asked my subconscious mind.I looked around the room, and I couldn't sense him anywhere.The room was already neatly arranged, like there was no trace of what happened last night.Scoff."No one asked him to do it," I muttered as I dragged myself from the bed.I rushed down to the bathroom to have a quick bath before coming out.As usual, I repeated my daily routine—cleaning up, styling my hair, and making sure I looked so pretty before heading out of the room.I had forgotten about my best friend, Diana, and the fac
~ARIELLA~All I could do was glare at Andrews.His words hit me hard.It came unexpectedly. I didn't know how to respond to it, but my heart said it all.I guess I should have known he'd talk about her."You do love her then," he shrugged, glaring at me."That means you'll protect her, right?" he asked, and I rolled my eyes."I never said I love her," I responded, glaring at the documents as I tried to avoid his gaze."That doesn't mean I wouldn't protect her either," I added.Andrew only nodded his head at me."I'm glad," he mumbled. "At least, you are not giving her out to these monsters." Relief coursed through him as he made that statement."Never said I was giving her out, did I?""You acted like you'd give her out.""I never did. What makes you think so?" I had to ask. I didn't think Andrew cared much about her."You let Sarah have her way with you and also," he paused to glare at me, "You never cared enough about her.""I couldn't let them know what was going on. Had to do it."
~RODINA~Heat courses through me, as I stepped down from the car.I am still very much angry.Angry at the fact that they dare look down on my woman.And not only do they look down on her, they talked trash about her.Made her a laughingstock and even had the audacity to announce their fuckin’ marriage and rub it in her face.I watched her open the car door as she steps out elegantly.Her eyes matched mine and she quickly looked away.I bet she'd never seen this side of me.I didn't think I'd be able to watch that lowlife talk trash about her in such manner.She slowly takes steady steps towards me, and my heart pulsates in my chest when she stopped in front of me.I let out my hands and stretched it towards her. She grabbed a hold of me, glaring at me."Thank you," she mutters, and I smirked.When our eyes collided, my heart plummets and deep waves of desire flush through me.We make our way towards the room, as I mutter, "You shouldn't let them treat you like that," I stated, obviou
~ROSINA~They all stare angrily at me.I could see through their anger.Dante somehow doesn't seem angry. I feel he was slapped with an inner peace as he breathes in deeply.Kira, on the other hand, looks so devastated, and it's as if she wanted to pluck my eyes out if she could.Dad didn't take it lightly. I knew he wanted this marriage desperately because Lorenzo De'Russio's hasn't given him half of the balance.Sometimes, I am left to wonder if this man is actually my father.My stepmother is the most devastated.They all were, but I guessed they can't lash it out so long as Lorenzo De'Russio's is in our midst.I glance through to him, and my heart skips.He's as calm as ever, and his face is solemnly glaring at mine.He didn't say a word. All he does is glare at me.For a man who wanted a family and an heir, I expected he'd be more than devastated."Is that what you want?" Holding my hands, he asked, with his calm gaze that is fixated on me.The way he rubbed on my hands caused my