Xavion . "Thank you, Bryce. I really appreciate this." "Not a problem, Xav," he sighed and sat beside me, "It's all on your shoulder now. I must return to Mexico and stay there for a while before returning to Italy. I don't know when I will see you again, but I'll keep in touch. I'll keep an eye on the other side too." "No worries, Bryce. Hendrix will arrive tomorrow afternoon. I will pick him up." He nods. "I heard that too. It must be hard on his side. I can't imagine his life after all, but this is what it is. You just have to deal with it just like you did," he smiled, "Suppose there's anything you want on the other side? Let me know. You can count on me." He winked. "I know that. Thank you, bud." "Not a problem. All for you, Xavion." I had a few discussions with Bryce before sending him off. Hendrix will take over his place for now, and it will do me good in everything. The boys had fun together with their wives and kids. Although our vacation was short, we cherish the m
Quinn . "He's not allowed to have a relationship, especially with someone of lower mafia rank like me? And there's nothing between us? Huh, is he kidding me!?" I got up from lying in bed. "I don't care about where I came from. I don't believe that it's my fault, Xavion! Do you think I like my life? Do you think I love the type of living I had with my devil father and hungry bastard brothers? Not to mention a maniac psychopath ex? Shit!" I messed up my hair and couldn't sleep because I was so annoyed. The final word he uttered lingered in my mind like a malfunctioning recorder. Heck. "And then, why did you kiss me? What the heck was that for!? Why did you give me that type of hope, Xavion, if you will hurt me like this? Why!?" I stomped on the floor like a child. I know myself when it comes to this. I never had so much in life that I wanted so badly, and it just happened that I wanted him. Back then, I already liked him. And now, I am willing to give him my heart even if he does
Xavion . "So what exactly do you want me to do, Xav?" Hendrix's eyes roamed around. This place is smaller than where he came from. But it's enough for him to stay and be away from the crowd. "Let me guess. You need my help, right?" His thin lips curved with a grimace. "Okay. I get it." He turned around and slumped onto the soft recliner. "My people are on the move anyway. I suspect it has something to do with the Montadamme and the Langley. They didn't move much but killed a lot of mafia lives in the lower ranks. They also took over their businesses. It seems like the Montadamme is not too keen to look for Quinn." My vision cleared. That's good to know about it, as I have other priorities in mind. I am sure Dominique is up to something about this. The Langley is doing everything to find Quinn, while Dominique and his clan are doing nothing. They probably wish Quinn was dead by now so that they could take over Langley's businesses. But that's not that easy. The head of the Langl
Quinn . Expect the unexpected. She's a queen, alright, and I'm just too ordinary compared to her. "Come over, Quinn, join us." Stella held my hand and guided me back to their group. Trinity is pretty famous with everyone around. It's not even forty-eight hours that she's here, and she has already captured the hearts of many. Every staff member received a gift package from their company, which specialises in body care. Everyone listens to her. She can talk like a celebrity on stage, and you will never get bored with her. She can easily make a joke and put a smile on everyone's faces. Although it's her first time here in Isla Amore d'Pazzo, she sounded like she's been here many times. "Hope you like them! And don't forget your freebies. I'm all at your service." Thank goodness that was over! If everyone had a ball listening to her, not me, okay? I'm beginning to hate her smile. It seems like it's not genuine at all. "Thank you, Stella. It's good to see everything around here. I
Quinn . Hendrix left. I pursed my lips before looking back at him, and a little heat scorched my cheeks. "Can I sit beside you?" He sat down straight away. Not even waiting for my answer. It's not that I don't want him to sit beside me, but it would be nice for us to change location. My feet started to get cold from the water. "Aren't your feet cold?" He grabs the little towel beside him and is waiting for me. "A little bit." I took my feet out of the water and whirled them halfway towards him so he could wipe them. I don't want to touch the sand. Thank goodness I can maneuver my body like this. Basic yoga helps me. He wiped my feet gently. "Thank you. Had you had enough with your ex?" I put my slippers on. "Yes. She wants me to watch the stars on the other side of the wing, but I refuse." "Really? And why is that?" I blinked, and he pressed his lips together. I froze, my heart thundering against my chest. "I'm not interested anymore, Quinn. We've talked about this, righ
Xavion . "Did you have a good time with her?" Hendrix sat on the study table, crossing his arms together and suspiciously looking at me. "Wiped off that smirk on your face, Hendrix." I whirled around, putting the remaining things my mother needed. This will be her room for a few days, and I'm organising all her things. Although I couldn't keep my smile whenever I was alone because of Quinn, I guess Hendrix saw what my freaking face looked like earlier. "I haven't seen you smile like that for ages. Those hidden smiles reminded me of who you were back then whenever you were with Quinn. I'm not a fool, Xavion. I know you still like her, man." He follows me now as I get out of my mother's room. I entered the room beside it. It's where my other room is located. "And how do you explain everything with you and Quinn now? Don't tell me you two had a deal. Was it in written form or verbal? Come on, Xav, tell me. I want to know. At least a witness is needed, right? Look, I'm here," he sai
Quinn . Here she comes! Oh my god, oh my god! With a heavy pound of my heart, I immediately recognised Xavion's mother. There are over a hundred members in the Mother's Club, and only ten will be present for a private gathering today. Xavion's mother is among the officers. "Welcome to Pazzo 'd Amore!" Stella welcomed them with handmade garlands of flowers. "It's lovely to see you again, Stella, dear." Xavion's mother greeted Stella back. Her name is Anastacia Berry Mondragon. "And it's beautiful to see you again, Madame." "Mom," Xavion kissed his mother. I smiled as I witnessed the loving touch of a mother and son. It's beautiful. I had never experienced a mother's love and wondered how having one would feel. But it's alright. My grandmother provided me with all the love that she could offer. And I'm so blessed with that. She's my world. I am together with the rest of the staff, giving them cold drinks as an entrée offer once you step on the Island. "Oh, it's refreshing. Wh
Xavion . And I have crossed the line. Do I have any regrets? No, I don’t feel any regression because it’s a beautiful feeling to embrace everything. I held Quinn’s hand tightly, feeling her hand and mine inside my pocket. “What are we going to do now?” Quinn tightly holds mine like she doesn’t want to let go. It’s good that I’m wearing my track pants. It’s looser on each side, and the pockets are spacious enough for our hands. “What do you mean?” My jaw tightened. The sunset gives a nice glow on her face. She smiles slightly at the evening before looking back at me. “Are we. . .” She twinkled her eyes, and her face flushed as she paused. I purposely raised my brow, “What?” I slightly shook my head and smiled at her wickedly. She pouted. The feeling is mutual. My heart is covered in butterflies. Quinn’s radiant face glows more as she waits for my answer. I can’t deny it. Only Quinn can do magic like this. I never felt this type of feeling to Trinity, not even the others. “Han