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70. A Strange Side
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THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 71. Favorite Aunt
On this bright day, Chateau decided to visit Ellijah again. This time, she came alone, as Leonard was unable to accompany her due to an urgent matter. Chateau didn’t mind—she could go by herself. Fortunately, Leonard wasn’t overly protective of her, allowing her to travel without any of his men escorting her.Chateau visited Ellijah’s room, only to find it empty. She was puzzled. “Did I come at the wrong time?” she muttered to the silence. But before she could think further, a voice startled her from behind.“Lady Lavigne?” The voice, which made Chateau jump in surprise, belonged to Jacques. He seemed to have just returned from somewhere and found Chateau standing in front of his daughter’s room.“Ah, Monsieur Chevalier.”“My apologies. Did I startle you?” Jacques asked gently.“Yes... a little,” Chateau replied with an awkward smile.Jacques continued with another question. “You came to visit Ellijah?” Chateau nodded.“Yes, but it seems I came outside of visiting hours, didn’t I?”“N
Last Updated : 2024-12-22THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 72. Buried Regret
“Ah, I feel flattered. To think she seemed so cautious around me back then,” he said playfully.“There’s no reason to stay guarded against someone you like. I believe Ellijah likes you,” she replied.“Ahaha... I like Ellijah very much too.”Jacques fell silent, stunned by Chateau’s words. For some reason, what she said made him want to ask something.“You like Ellijah...?” he asked Chateau, who nodded enthusiastically.“Who wouldn’t like a sweet and kind girl like her? Even Leonard, with his cold demeanor, seems to have melted in her presence,” Chateau replied, her laughter and smile lighting up her face.Jacques couldn’t tear his gaze away from her.“I’m glad you like Ellijah.”Chateau, who had been looking at Ellijah, slowly turned her gaze toward Jacques. He was smiling, as if deeply grateful that someone cared for his daughter. This prompted Chateau to quickly clarify her words.“You needn’t feel grateful for that, Monsieur Chevalier. Once Ellijah begins her new life, I’m sure man
Last Updated : 2024-12-22THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 73. Her Dance Floor
The long-awaited evening of the grand party had finally arrived. Although Chateau knew the celebration wasn’t in her honor, she couldn't help but feel a mix of excitement and nervous anticipation. Was it because she would be dancing with Leonard?Upon entering the venue, Chateau was captivated by the opulence of the surroundings. It felt as though she had stepped into a palace adorned with gold and jewels. Everything shimmered, from the chandeliers to the elegant gowns of the attendees.“Chateau!” A voice called from afar. She turned to find Tethia, Amber, and Madison hurrying toward her. As soon as they reached her, Tethia embraced her tightly, as though they were reuniting after decades apart.“How are you?” Tethia asked, releasing her.Chateau smiled awkwardly. “I’m doing well, Tethia.”“It feels like forever since you’ve been at the mansion. We’ve all missed you,” Tethia said earnestly.“Really?” Chateau asked, tilting her head slightly.“Of course! Without someone my age around,
Last Updated : 2024-12-22THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 74. Surprise!!! Unexpected Guest
Chateau remained in her place, observing Gabriel from afar. Chateau couldn’t stop replaying the words Gabriel had spoken to her during their brief conversation on the dance floor. Her question had been clear, yet Gabriel’s answers remained evasive, laced with ambiguity.Chateau was certain Gabriel knew the true answer to her query. However, for reasons she couldn’t fathom, he chose not to reveal it. Instead, his responses felt like pieces of a puzzle he was inviting her to solve.She sighed, deciding it was not the time to dwell on it. The main event was about to begin, and Leonard was waiting for her. But as she turned to leave, a sudden chill startled her—a splash of wine drenched her elegant gown. The vibrant fabric was now stained with deep red, a mark that would be difficult to erase.“Oh, Lady, I’m so sorry!” a male attendant exclaimed, apologizing profusely. Chateau, now struggling with the stain, was caught off guard by his panic. Although irritation bubbled beneath the surfac
Last Updated : 2024-12-22THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 75. Louis Levère
Leonard scanned the room silently, confusion etched on his face as he searched for Chateau. Gabriel had returned to Aurora’s side, but Chateau was nowhere to be seen. Where could she be?“Leonard?” A soft voice broke his focus. It was Amber. “You look troubled. Are you searching for something?”Leonard studied her briefly before responding. “I’m impressed by how well you read people, Amber.”“I’m not that skilled, but thank you,” Amber replied with a faint smile. Leonard, however, hadn’t meant it as praise.“You’re looking for Chateau, aren’t you?” Amber’s directness startled Leonard. He frowned slightly, his expression asking how she knew. “There’s no need to ask. It’s written all over your face. Besides, she’s not with you—it’s obvious.”“Is that so…” Leonard responded curtly.Amber ignored his cold tone, meeting it with her usual composed smile. “I saw Chateau heading toward the ballroom doors. I think she’s looking for you.”Leonard didn’t reply, merely watching her. Amber had sai
Last Updated : 2024-12-22THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 76. Leon Is Missing
After Louis's abrupt departure from the party, Leonard was declared missing. No one knew his whereabouts, further confirming Chateau’s earlier suspicions, which had been triggered by a cryptic phone warning. Chateau was certain Frederick was behind this and likely collaborating with Louis. Unfortunately, there were no leads to Leonard’s location, leaving Chateau distraught and in tears throughout the night.Thankfully, Chateau wasn’t alone. While Gabriel and his team worked tirelessly to locate Leonard, Chateau stayed with Aurora and the others. She tried her best to share whatever information she could, but it wasn’t enough to provide a breakthrough. The lack of progress only deepened her frustration and despair, especially knowing the danger Frederick posed to Leonard.“Leonard…” Chateau whispered, her voice trembling with an unrelenting sob. A whirlwind of emotions gripped her, but despair overshadowed all else. She wanted desperately to save Leonard but felt powerless, relegated t
Last Updated : 2024-12-22THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 77. Prevent the Tragedy
Chateau rushed out as soon as he received a lead from Jacques. After an intense conversation and a series of arguments, Jacques finally agreed to cooperate and admitted his mistakes. During their discussion, Chateau revealed that Leonard intended to give Ellijah a new heart, a confession that immediately softened Jacques. Though Chateau felt guilty for breaking his promise to Leonard to keep this secret, the revelation proved crucial. Jacques informed him that Leonard was likely in a hidden room within the hospital.“There’s a hired surgeon who performs illegal operations for money. The procedure is scheduled for 2 a.m.,” Jacques had told him. However, Jacques admitted he didn’t know the exact location of the room. He explained that his father had only instructed him to watch over Ellijah, while the larger scheme was orchestrated by his father with Louis’s assistance.Though panic threatened to consume him, Chateau was relieved when Jacques offered to help locate the room. Time was of
Last Updated : 2024-12-22THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 78. Wish You Cursed
It was impossible for Chateau to tell how long she had been unconscious, nor how many seconds had slipped by since she had fought to save Leonard. When she finally regained consciousness, panic overwhelmed her. Her instincts screamed at her to move, yet she failed to notice that she was securely bound to the wooden chair beneath her.She sat in stunned silence, attempting to recall what had led her to this predicament. A sharp ache in her chest flared as her memories resurfaced—not only was the man she loved in grave danger, but the betrayal of someone she once trusted deeply compounded her anguish.Chateau clenched her jaw. Sitting idly, wallowing in despair, would achieve nothing. She needed to free herself and save Leonard. However, the strength of the bindings around her arms and legs suggested that it would take considerable time to escape. Frustration simmered as she bit her lower lip, her mind racing for solutions.A voice, sudden and echoing in the dimly lit room, broke her co
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THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 119. Complete Me With Joy [END]
Chateau lost her shoes at some point during her journey here. She paused briefly to catch her breath, scanning her surroundings in hopes of spotting Leonard. If the gray-eyed man with brown hair was truly Leonard, why was this chase necessary? Why hadn’t he just come to her? Why had he made her run all the way to the village center just to find him among so many people?“Leonard...”Chateau searched the crowd, desperately trying to match each face with the image burned into her memory. Tall and lean, with brown hair and a confident stride—Leonard should stand out easily. Yet, she couldn’t find him. Was he even here? Had Shawn been mistaken? Was she foolish to hope?Her heart ached with the realization that hope did not guarantee reality. She had allowed herself to believe in finding Leonard, forgetting to consider other possibilities. In that moment, she was overcome by the betrayal of her own expectations.“What was I thinking?” she muttered, ashamed. “Why did I run all the way here?
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 118. His Presence
Chateau had no idea how long she had been sitting under the shade of that large tree. She stared into the distance, her thoughts drifting as she recalled the events she had forgotten since that fateful night. However, the more she remembered, the more regret and frustration bubbled within her—anger at herself for nearly forgetting who Leonard Hugues was. The truth was undeniable: Leonard was the one person she could not imagine living without, even for a second."You fool… how could you do this to Leonard?" Chateau muttered, berating herself in despair. She wiped her tears away, but no matter how much she tried, Leonard did not appear before her.Leaning back against the tree, she wept again. "Where are you, Leonard? Won’t you come back?" she whispered, her voice trembling. "Why won’t you return? I’m not angry about your lies. Madam Aurora said Louis is dead, but why… why won’t you come back?"She bowed her head, hiding her tear-streaked face, which must have looked dreadful from all
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 117. Months Later
[Eight Months Later]"Lady Lavigne! Lady...!"A young woman with golden blonde hair turned quickly as someone called her name. Her long, wavy hair danced with the gentle breeze of the fields, like a hanging cloth swaying gracefully."Good morning, Uncle. What is it?" the young woman asked, her radiant smile warming the air around her."Good news for you, Lady! Five of our sheep gave birth today!""Oh, really? How many lambs were born?""Seventeen lambs, Lady! And all of them are healthy!"Chateau Lavigne couldn't hide her joy as she received the wonderful news on this bright morning. The sheep on her farm had given birth to healthy lambs. She could already imagine the adorable, plump lambs she was eager to see."Will you go and see them now, Lady?"Chateau naturally nodded, her excitement palpable. She hurried from the tall sunflower fields, eager to meet her new lambs."We must ensure they get their vitamins and vaccines to keep them healthy, Uncle Shawn," Chateau said, letting the o
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 116. In The End, This Monster Still Deserves A Life
Louis paused, observing Leonard struggle to stand upright atop the rubble. Leonard's sharp gaze pierced through the tension, and then he smirked faintly. "Do you wish to see Sophie that badly? I'd be happy to escort you."Louis laughed bitterly, though his irritation was evident. Leonard's arrogance persisted, even as he appeared on the verge of death. Blood smeared half of Leonard's face, his once-white shirt tattered and stained with crimson. The numerous tears in his clothing revealed the extent of his injuries, and his mangled right hand clutched a broken pistol.Glancing at Louis' line of sight, Leonard acknowledged his own state, tossing aside the useless weapon. "Let's finish this," he declared, his voice steady despite his condition.Louis scoffed and extended his palm dismissively. "Finish what? You're barely standing. Why prolong your suffering? Just lay down and wait for your end. It's inevitable-""Are you scared?" Leonard interrupted calmly.The taunt struck a nerve. Loui
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 115. Be Regret!
Leonard collapsed to the ground, but the relentless barrage of bullets forced him to crawl, enduring the searing pain, toward any form of cover he could find. He tugged at his numbed leg briefly, only to notice that Louis' bullet had carved a deep gash into his ankle."Damn it!" he muttered through gritted teeth, wincing as he tore a strip from his pants to staunch the bleeding. The journey ahead was far from over, and he couldn't afford to lose strength from such a wound.While Leonard was battered and bleeding, Louis stood unscathed, his posture calm and unyielding. If Louis had only wielded a single gun, Leonard might have had a chance to even the odds. Yet, Louis had swapped to another pistol the moment the first two ran out of ammunition, giving Leonard no opportunity to regroup.Leonard steadied his breathing as Louis began speaking."You know, this suit I'm wearing tonight-it was a gift from my lover. She gave it to me as a present. At first, I didn't like it and even considere
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 114. Finally Face to Face
Leonard walked down the concrete stairs of an old, unfinished building. With weary steps and a somber expression, he kept his gaze fixed on the ground, paying careful attention to his footing until he reached his destination.Today was as he had promised-he would meet Louis, no matter where the man was. This wasn't a reunion to reminisce or rekindle; it was a meeting with a singular purpose: to kill each other.Naturally, Leonard's feelings were far from composed. He had asked Louis's biological mother for permission to kill her son. Wasn't that utterly tragic? What mother wouldn't feel torn when her child faced mortal danger, even if there was nothing she could do to stop it?"Oh, you're here, Leonard...?"Leonard's gaze shifted straight ahead, focusing on Louis, who stood with his back to him, casually smoking while leaning against a pillar in the open framework of the fourth floor. The wind blew fiercely at this height, and the night sky offered no clarity. Louis chose to smoke as
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 113. I'll Be Back To You
It had been more than a week since Chateau lay bedridden in the hospital, and during that time, Leonard never missed a single day of visiting her.After the accident, Chateau had suffered severe injuries. The blow to her head caused trauma that medical experts still couldn't fully diagnose, and several of her bones were fractured. They said it was astonishing she survived the critical phase at all. Considering the severity of her injuries, her survival felt like a miracle.Hearing this, Leonard could only be grateful and thank a God he had long stopped believing in. After so many years, he finally prayed again, even struggling to remember God's name. But this time, Leonard's prayers were answered: Chateau made it through the critical period. However, this didn’t mean her path ahead was smooth.Given the trauma to her cranial nerves, the medical team could only observe and wait for symptoms to manifest. In the meantime, they provided Chateau with the best intensive care possible, prepa
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 112. Used To Be Loved
For Louis, his words asking Sophie to die for his sake were nothing more than a trivial joke in the midst of his drunkenness. But he didn’t know it would become a vow Sophie felt bound to fulfill.Louis could only stand with a weary gaze in front of the glass-doored room, watching as the medical staff gave up on trying to save the life of the woman lying motionless in their midst.Today, Sophie had acted recklessly. She threw herself in front of Chateau’s car, causing a crash that ended with the vehicle slamming violently into a tree. She knew Louis would have planned something like this. She knew he had it all arranged. But what Louis couldn’t understand was why Sophie had to take the place of someone he had already paid to make such a sacrifice.Louis remained silent, though inwardly he cursed Sophie’s foolishness. This was no lie. It was evident in the tightness of his clenched fists.Louis then entered the room without asking for permission. His gaze was icy, indicating that no on
THE MAFIA'S PRISONER 111. Sophie's Act
Château returned to her mother’s place in a disheveled state. Perhaps it was from crying too much earlier, but nothing had changed except for her growing desire to leave. Her feelings remained the same—chaotic and disordered. Despite the harsh words she had directed at Leonard, they hadn’t managed to erase the affection she still held for him. Even now, at the moment she was truly leaving and might never return."Château…” Amelia greeted her with a warm embrace. Her anxiety only deepened upon seeing her daughter in such a distressed state.Château was no longer crying—perhaps she was too exhausted—but her hollow gaze suggested her body was merely an empty shell.“Are we leaving right away?” Château asked flatly, her voice devoid of any tone.Amelia looked at her with concern. She didn’t know what had transpired when Château met Leonard before their departure, but it must have been devastating to leave her daughter in this condition. Whatever the two had discussed, Amelia resolved to s
