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Elara Robertson is caught in a dangerous game after her father gives her away–as payment for his debt. She finds herself tangled up with Marco De Luca, a cold-hearted mafia boss. Just when everything seems dark, she finds a bit of light in Léo, the Chief chef who seems to understand her. But everything changes on one crazy night, forcing Elara into a marriage with Marco that feels loveless and suffocating. She’s left feeling trapped and tormented. Now, Elara faces a tough choice: will she find the strength to break free and reclaim her happiness, or will she become just another victim of Marco De Luca?
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THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 11 The Challenge
Léo quietly walked out of Elara’s room, gently closing the door behind him with a soft click.His every movement was measured and intentional, as though he recognized the importance of maintaining silence in that moment.He didn’t look back.Elara, on the other hand, couldn’t move.She sat against the door, shaking as she tried to calm her breathing. Marco's words kept repeating in her mind:“I own you. Bought and paid for. You don’t make plans, you don’t make choices, and you don’t leave.”His words felt heavy in her chest, making it hard to breathe. She had tried to endure it, but she couldn’t keep living this way.Her father had sold her to Marco, reducing her to a mere commodity.But she knew the brutal truth: she alone held the power to save herself. No one else would. She was a human being, for crying out loud!She deserved to make her own choices—to breathe without Marco's suffocating control.She would rather die than be his pawn.The thought hit her clearly and hard. It wasn’
Last Updated : 2025-03-17THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 10: “The Past Night Comes Back.”
Marco finally had his shipments back. Thanks to Rosina’s father, who accompanied Marco to the officials who could help release his goods, the deal went through.Despite his better judgment, Marco accepted their help. He understood, though, that favors like this came at a cost.Rosina would want something in return, and he knew she always got what she wanted.The thought of it left a sour feeling in his stomach as he entered the house.The silence inside felt heavy, almost suffocating.Tension clung to him, and even though the long night of negotiations had ended successfully, he didn’t feel relieved.There was no sense of victory.As he slowly climbed the stairs, his fingers traced the cool banister, each step quiet and careful.Years of living on the edge had taught him to always listen carefully—to be aware of what others wanted to hide.A distant clock ticked in the hallway, a constant reminder that time was slipping away from him.Then he heard Elara’s voice.It was soft and dista
Last Updated : 2025-03-13THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 9: The Rosina Effect
Marco's POVI stood in my office, staring at the stacks of paperwork on my desk. My shipment still hadn’t arrived, and the customs officials were ignoring my demands. My patience was running thin.This wasn’t just about business anymore—it was an insult. And I didn’t take insults lightly.I turned from the window, my thoughts dark. There was always a solution. A simple one—violence. I could send my men, take my goods, and leave Ferraro with a reminder of why no one crossed me.It was not the most subtle of doing it, but it was effective. And it would settle things quickly.My thoughts were shattered by the click of heels echoing down the hall. The door swung open without a knock, and I didn't need to turn to know who it was. Rosina. Her dramatic entrance was unmistakable, and I only needed to brace myself for what was to come.She entered with her usual poise, a smile that didn’t quite reach her eyes. The smile that had been her mask for years. "Marco," she said smoothly, feigning co
Last Updated : 2025-03-08THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 8: A Man with Priorities
Marco’s POVThe morning air was cold, but I barely felt it. The pounding in my skull was far worse. Whiskey clung to my tongue, leaving behind a bitter taste. I hated this feeling—hungover, sluggish, out of control.Sitting on the edge of the bed, I rolled my shoulders, working out the stiffness. Last night was a blur. I could barely remember making it upstairs, but Elara had filled in the blanks for me earlier."You were drunk, sir. I helped you up the stairs. Your door wouldn’t open, so I let you sleep in my room."That was all she said. And me? I hadn’t cared enough to question it.Because it didn’t matter.What mattered was my business.My shipment had been seized, and I was wasting time.I grabbed my phone from the nightstand and dialed Vittorio. It didn’t even ring twice before he picked it up."Capo," he greeted, his voice sharp and awake."Updates." I didn’t have the patience for small talk."We’ve been working on it. The officials who took the shipment are demanding a bigger
Last Updated : 2025-03-06THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 7: The Awkward Encounter
Elara sat up quickly in her bed, struggling to catch her breath with her heart racing uncontrollably. It was as though she had just woken up from a nightmare but this time, it was all too real.Her head moved with deliberate slowness as fear gripped her about what she might find. Marco was still there.His dark lashes brushed his cheekbones as he lay on her bed while his chest moved in deep rhythmic breaths. He appeared peaceful beyond belief as though the events of the previous night never happened. Her eyes fell upon the slender blanket resting on her legs and her stomach twisted with force. The deep bloodstains on the blanket seemed to stare back at her and her breath caught in her throat.It wasn't a dream, it's all real.Everything that happened last night—his lips, his touches, and his weight pressing her into the mattress—it all really happened.Her eyes clenched shut with intense force as she wished to awaken from the threatening nightmare. But upon opening her eyes she fo
Last Updated : 2025-03-05THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 6: A Dangerous Softness (Continued)
Marco stared at her for what felt like an eternity. It was as if he were searching for a reason to stop—but he found none. Instead, he found more reasons to continue.The innocence in her eyes kept pushing him. He had to know if it was just in her gaze or if it was truly a part of her.Elara was breathtaking. Her curly black hair fell wildly down her back, damp from the shower. Her figure was perfect in its own way.She wasn’t overly curvy, but everything about her was just the right size—her breasts, her waist, her long legs.Her brown eyes, deep and filled with resistance, seemed to bore into his soul. He couldn’t stop; he would be crazy to stop.His grip on her remained firm, pinning her hands above her head. She was powerless in his hold, but that didn’t stop her from fighting. Her legs kicked against the ground.Yet her gaze remained fixed on him, watching him intently.She was trying to understand if he truly knew what he was doing, just like he had claimed.For a fleeting momen
Last Updated : 2025-02-26THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 5 A Dangerous Softness
The room reeked of alcohol and smoke because of his presence.Elara gasped, her eyes widened in surprise as her eyes met Marco'sHer body tensed, every instinct screaming at her to cover herself, to run—but she couldn’t. She was frozen in place. Her heart hammered as she watched him take two slow and deliberate steps toward her.His gaze was warm and intense, but there was no trace of the harshness she had anticipated. One she'd been getting from him ever since.She sensed something different instead.Perhaps interest; fascination.Marco’s eyes roamed over her, taking in every detail of her body. His expression was unreadable but one thing was sure–he wanted her.His stare was intense, but not cruel, at least not yet. He had never looked at her this way since they met.Elara’s breath caught in her throat. She needed to cover herself, she had to, but just as she reached for the towel—his hand caught her wrist.She stiffened and her body became strong with shock. She didn't know what h
Last Updated : 2025-02-24THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 4 She Belongs To Me
Elara's povJust as I lifted the knife, a firm hand grabbed my arm, distracting me from my thoughts. I gasped as the knife fell from my hand and clattered to the floor. I turned and saw a figure standing there, his face filled with concern. “Hey! Stop,” he said, his voice soothing but steady. A man in his late twenties, wearing a plain white chef's coat that fit his strong build. His bright eyes gleamed with deep concern.At that moment, a mixture of gratitude and disappointment washed over me. Without hesitation, he guided me away from the countertop, picked up the knife, and placed it back in its place. He didn’t ask me questions; instead, he understood that silence was what I needed. He placed his hand on my shoulder and guided me to a chair nearby. “Just breathe,” he suggested softly. I tried to focus on my breath, but the tears that wanted to escape my eyes wouldn't let me. He knelt before me, his gentle taps on my shoulder reassuring as he waited patiently fo
Last Updated : 2025-02-06THE DON'S PROPERTY: A Price Paid In The Dark. Chapter 3 Fears Cold Grip
Elara's pov“Change into this,” he ordered, dropping a neatly folded dress on the bed.With that, he turned sharply and left, slamming the door behind him.I hesitated for a moment before picking up the dress. It was made with satin, sleek black in color.It was short and fitted, hugging my body perfectly.The neckline dipped just enough, making me feel exposed, and a small white apron completed the outfit. It wasn’t just any cloth—it was a uniform, proof that I'd been bought.A few moments after I had slipped into the dress, the man returned.“Follow me,” he ordered.I clutched the apron tightly, followinghim closely as he led me through the hallways. The distant sound of laughter and music grew louder until we arrived at a large luxurious room.The scene was overwhelming. A glittering chandelier was hanging at the high ceiling, casting a glittering golden glow over the crowd of wealthy guests. Men in sharp suits and women in gorgeous gowns mingled happily in the room, enjoying th
Last Updated : 2025-02-06
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Chapter 1 Her! Take her!!
Elara's pov The cup slipped from my hand, shattering on the floor. My father's glare burned through me, his voice sharp.“You useless thing,” he thundered. “You can't even hold a cup?”My heart sank in despair, my eyes teary as I bent down to pick up the broken pieces.Something in me kept resisting my calmness. “Ask,” my thoughts kept urging.I stood up, my hands shaking slightly. “Why do you hate me this much?” I demanded, my voice cracking.“Why can't I be treated like a human, at least?” I added as tears rolled down my cheeks.He scoffed. “You don't know? Well, I'll tell you,” he said, moving closer to me, his face twisted in anger.“You're a symbol of betrayal. You remind me of her,” he spat in my face.“Destructive. Selfish. Ungrateful. Just like your stupid mother,” he added.“I'm not her! Stop tormenting me because of what she did!” I screamed as tears streamed down my cheeks.He leaned his face toward mine, looking straight into my eyes, and my chest tightened.“Someone has ...
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