Six months." That’s all he offered her. “I can only help you for six months. After that, I have to go back to my world," Victor said, his dark eyes piercing as he spoke. There was something about this man that sent chills down her spine, and yet, that same thing pulled her to him. Sophia Martins, a sheltered 23 year old, had spent six years living a lie. Forced into marriage with her childhood crush, John Smith, she believed it was the only way to keep a fraction of her late father’s company. But when she learns the truth,that the company had always been hers,she files for divorce, determined to take back what was stolen from her. Her plans for freedom, however, take a deadly turn when John sends a hitman after her. Just as her life hangs by a thread, a mysterious and devastatingly handsome stranger intervenes, saving her and offering to be her bodyguard,but only for six months. As the days unfold, Sophia finds herself irresistibly drawn to him, only to discover that William, her charming protector, is not who he claims to be. He is Victor Falcone, the ruthless Mafia Don feared by all. As she’s thrust into his dangerous world of power and violence, her questions multiply. Why did he lie to her? Why had he been protecting her? The lines blur between love and violence, Sophia discovers a truth that could shatter their relationship forever. Will their love be able to withstand the truth, or will Victor’s reality tear them apart?
View MoreSophia’s breath hitched, her cheeks flushing as his words hung heavily in the air. “What do you mean?” she stammered, though the lust in his eyes told her everything she needed to know. "I want you, Sophia," Victor said, his eyes darkened with desire.Sophia shook her head immediately, stepping back. “No. I’m not that kind of woman,” she said firmly, her tone sharp. Victor sighed, “I know. I know you’re not,” he said, his voice softening. “And that’s not what I meant.” Her brows furrowed, a flicker of confusion crossing her face. Victor hesitated for a moment, searching for the right words. “You see, Sophia, I’ve never been in a real relationship before. I’ve never had… what it feels like to be loved by someone like you.” He stepped closer, his voice dropping, carefully as he used her expression to guide his words. Sophia’s breath quickened as the space between them shrank. She could feel the warmth of his body, the faint scent of his cologne clouding her thoughts. “That’s what I
Sophia woke up to find herself in a strange room, her memory of the night before still foggy. “Where am I?” she wondered, glancing around the beautiful space she was in. The room was large and airy, the kind you’d expect in a high-end hotel or a wealthy estate. The walls were painted a soothing shade of cream, adorned with abstract art in muted gold and deep blue tones. A plush, king-sized bed with white sheets and an intricately designed headboard stood at the center. “How did I get here?” she muttered, feeling a sharp pain as her hand instinctively touched her head. She winced as her fingers brushed against the bandage wrapped around it. Her heart raced as fragments of her memory came flooding back—Ava’s betrayal, the basement, and the chilling image of a man raising a saw over her. Her breathing quickened as her eyes darted around the room. This wasn’t the basement, and she was no longer in chains. The sound of approaching footsteps broke through her thoughts, sending her int
Sophia stepped out of the cab, drawing in a deep, heartfelt breath as if it were her first. Her heart fluttered with excitement at the thought of her newfound freedom. Glancing briefly at her wristwatch, she noted the time, it was 5:30 p.m. She was counting down the hours until tomorrow, when she could officially submit the divorce papers and finally break free from the clutches of the Smith family. She approached Ava's house and rang the doorbell. The sharp pop of a champagne cork made her jump. "To the newest divorcee in town!" Ava’s jubilant voice rang out from behind her. Sophia turned just in time to be sprayed with a shower of white wine. Sophia giggled softly, brushing droplets from her hair. "Congratulations on your freedom, girl," Ava said, pulling her into a warm hug. "Freedom," Sophia sighed, her heart swelling at the word. It was exactly what she had been longing for. "Thank you," she replied, looking around curiously. Ava wasn’t coming from inside the house. "Wa
Please! Please, I’m sorry I betrayed you, Don! It wasn’t intentional!" Mateo pleaded, his legs dangling over the edge of the freezing room. Blood dripped from his swollen face, staining the floor below as his battered body shook with fear. "Unintentional, you say?" Victor’s voice was calm, almost amused, as he leaned back in his chair, slowly peeling an apple with a razor-sharp knife. The blade glinted under the dim light, each deliberate motion a silent threat. He didn’t even glance at Mateo as he spoke. "So, tell me, Mateo," Victor continued, his tone ice-cold, "your hands just accidentally wandered into my shipment and stole an entire container of guns?" He let out a low, chilling laugh a sound devoid of warmth, one that sent shivers down Mateo’s spine. "N-no, boss!" Mateo stammered, his words tripping over themselves as Victor finally looked up, his dark, piercing eyes locking onto him. The intensity of Victor’s gaze was enough to strip a man of all hope, a reminder that betray
Sophia stood in the doorway, her heart racing as the weight of her decision bore down on her. “I want a divorce,” she said, her voice trembling but firm. John Smith, her husband, who sat behind his desk, staring at his computer finally raised his head, His piercing gaze locked onto hers, a sharp edge to his expression. “What?” he exclaimed, his voice laced with disbelief. “What did you just say?” he asked as though daring her to repeat herself.Sophia's voice cracked slightly as she took a deep, breath to steady herself. “I said... I want a divorce,” she repeated, her voice stronger this time. An uproarious laugh burst from John’s lips. “Don’t be ridiculous, Sophia,” he said, shaking his head. “If this is one of your sad attempts at attention, I don’t have time for it. Leave me alone.” he demanded. returning his focus to the computer, and dismissing her as though she wasn’t even there. Sophia stood by the door, her knuckles whitening around the document she clutched. This was
Sophia stood in the doorway, her heart racing as the weight of her decision bore down on her. “I want a divorce,” she said, her voice trembling but firm. John Smith, her husband, who sat behind his desk, staring at his computer finally raised his head, His piercing gaze locked onto hers, a sharp edge to his expression. “What?” he exclaimed, his voice laced with disbelief. “What did you just say?” he asked as though daring her to repeat herself.Sophia's voice cracked slightly as she took a deep, breath to steady herself. “I said... I want a divorce,” she repeated, her voice stronger this time. An uproarious laugh burst from John’s lips. “Don’t be ridiculous, Sophia,” he said, shaking his head. “If this is one of your sad attempts at attention, I don’t have time for it. Leave me alone.” he demanded. returning his focus to the computer, and dismissing her as though she wasn’t even there. Sophia stood by the door, her knuckles whitening around the document she clutched. This was...
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