Mia’s pov Bodyguards weren’t a foreign thing in my life, seeing as I literally grew up around them since I could remember. Which was why it wasn’t hard for me to pretend that I wasn’t being monitored by the newly assigned bodyguards by Lorenzo. It was right there in the note beside my head which I sighted as soon as I blinked my eyes open. My father had assigned new bodyguards to me right before I got married so they’d accompany me to my new husband’s house, but they hadn’t even gotten the chance to guard me because I got taken that same night.I had been without a bodyguard of my own since then and it had felt extremely freeing. You indeed never realize the worth of something till you lose it, because now that I had guards breathing down my neck every now and then, it made me realize how I had taken those months where Lorenzo hadn’t assigned guards to me for granted.The fact that Lorenzo had arrived that night to come save me still makes me feel from shock no matter how much I thi
Mia’s pov The feeling of the world moving as if it was falling right from underneath my feet forced me to pry my eyes open and I weakly blinked up at the glaring face of Lorenzo.It wasn’t until he was laying me in the bed that it registered on me that he had lifted me off the ground.“Nooooo,” I whined as my back connected with the softness of the sheets. That wasn’t what I needed right now, what I needed was to stay on the cold floor. I attempted to roll off the bed but Lorenzo wasn’t having any of that, and when I glanced up at him moments later, I realized that he was… furious.“What happened to you?” He let out as his hand connected with my forehead and I watched as his eyes widened a little.“I dunno… was tired.” I felt the word get slurred right from my throat. Lorenzo let out a sigh and through my half lidded eyes. I watched as he massaged his forehead while breathing out a long sigh.“Why didn’t you think of using something on noticing that you were sick?” He asked as his h
Mia’s pov My eyes felt extremely heavy when I tried to blink it open and so I patiently waited until it didn’t feel so heavy and that was when I finally succeeded. The room was dimly lit, it was obvious that it was no longer night time seeing as the sun was penetrating into the room through a very small gap in the curtains. I let out a long sigh and glanced around the room, everything was in its usual position, but that was until a heap of blankets and clothes caught my attention at the far end of the room and that was when a gasp tore through my throat at the moment because that was when everything began to return to me at a fast speed.Images of Lorenzo mopping my head with a cloth in order to reduce my fever, images of Lorenzo holding me in a sitting position and forcing me to recite various things in order to prevent me from fainting, images of him helping me to the toilet in order to pee because I was too tired to walk, and so many more.a loud gasp tore past my throat a
Mia’s pov The drive lasted for about an hour and throughout that duration, I made sure to lose myself to the coolness of the breeze mining through my hair and brushing over the bareness of my arms and thighs. The jumpsuit I had on wasn’t a long one, so when I sat, it got ridden up.I sneaked glances at Lorenzo every now and then because all what had happened these past week still feels like it hadn’t happened.His jaw was clenched and that only made his jawline become more prominent. He had a hand around the steering wheel and while the second one was loosely resting his lap. He didn’t seem to be in a rush to get to his destination, because rhe road looked free but he wasn’t speeding like a maniac like he’d usually do. When the car finally pulled to a stop, I glanced outside the window at once, eyes darting everywhere at once as I slowly alighted the car and closed the door after me. Once Lorenzo locked the car, he pocketed the key and began to walk forward, and I fell in
Mia’s pov As I curled my hair, so many thoughts kept rushing in and out of my mind. I had thought today was gonna be event free like the past one week had been, but that was before a text came in from Lorenzo. The text had been simple and straight to the point.‘Get ready for a birthday party tonight at a highly respected mafia boss. Dress sexily. Will come pick you up by 9.’ The text had arrived by some minutes after seven, which didn’t leave me with enough time to get ready. My hair was a mess because I was still yet to pay much attention to it apart from washing it while showering. It’s been a week since my fever vanished and my full strength was just returning. Lorenzo hadn’t been at home all that much, but we’ve managed to share a few meals during the week. I spent time with Kat whenever she came by and always managed to learn something new from her whenever she was here.After that text from Lorenzo came in, the first thing I did was to pick out a dress. I thought hard on wh
Mia’s pov Aisha was a very bubbly girl, way more bubbly than I anticipated, and I was living for it. We had both some weeks ago, on that particular night whereby I had overheard that cursed phone call of Lorenzo which had made me come to the conclusion that I was the one being referred to in the phone call. That same night I had been ganged up on in the bathroom by Lily and her other friends, but I had thankfully been saved by her arrival.We had exchanged contacts after that and had both promised to keep in touch. Since she was yet to reach out to me and I was bored and had nothing else to do, I decided to reach out to her. It didn’t take her long to respond and she made sure to reveal how excited she was to have gotten my text. We talked for a few moments before we both agreed to meet in a few days at a restaurant, and here we are right now.We exchanged a hug on meeting each other and after the hug, something told me that we were gonna be great friends. My guards had been adama
Mia’s pov “We’re going to watch a car race today.” Lorenzo said after pushing my door without knocking, as expected. I had been sitting in bed when he appeared at the doorway and delivered that news.“What’s that?” I mumbled in response after a few seconds of me digesting what he had just said.“It’s some sort of sport. So get dressed.”I sat up straighter. “Wait, right now?”Lorenzo let out an exasperated sigh. “Isn’t that obvious?”“But… the time –”“The time has nothing to do with it, so go ahead and get dressed already.” He continued and I pursed my lips and nodded my head before dragging myself out of the bed. I had been in bed almost throughout the entire day because I didn’t have anything important to do. I hadn’t seen Lorenzo throughout today, but I had a feeling he had been locked in his office until minutes ago when he made his way to my bedroom.“What do I dress up in?” I asked as I threw my closet door open. As I looked through the clothes in there, a few seconds passed
Mia’s pov As soon as the car pulled up at the house, I hastily alighted it with all my intent being fleeing away and hiding in my room till I recovered from what had been the best three seconds of my life. I was about to take the first stair leading upstairs when a hold settled on my wrist, causing me to freeze up because I knew even without having to turn around, that it was Lorenzo. The sound of me gulping could definitely be heard outside from how loud it sounded as I slowly turned around till I was staring up at Lorenzo. I was in a pair of sneakers this time which left a lot of height difference between us this way. Right now, he towered over me even more, and whereas I was supposed to be scared shitless right now, all that was going through my mind right now was that three seconds kiss which took place about thirty minutes ago in his car.I gulped once again and forced my mouth to move.“Uh… hi.” I whispered.If Lorenzo found me funny right now, it wasn’t all that obvious, exc
Mia’s pov “I had a lover back then, I kept it away from you because I wasn’t sure you’d approve. He was a little bit older back then, but was very good looking and brilliant. We were in love. After I realized that I was betrothed to Mr. Romero, he suggested we eloped, he was ready to turn his back on his family for me, and I followed him, because well, our lives were already miserable, so I took the first outing I saw. It killed me doing that because then I knew you’d be subjected to my fate, but I just had to be selfish, you know?”As she spoke, I felt shocked to the core on realizing that I really didn’t know my twin like I used to think.It made me feel chills run down my spine as I stared at her right now.I used to think we were best friends, that we didn’t keep secrets from each other. But, it’s very clear that I had been wrong.“I wouldn’t have been selfish though. I’d never have done that to you,” I ended up whispering after a few moments because it was the truth. That was
Mia’s pov “There’s a little traffic but we should be at our destination in no time.” One of my guards who was today’s designated driver called out and I nodded in response, flashing him a warm smile.“Of course, thank you.”I relaxed into my seat after that, letting my mind wander around. I had left the house almost two hours ago, because I wanted to get something for Lorenzo amongst other things. Lorenzo had taken it upon himself to make my birthday the best day I’ve ever experienced in my entire life, and till now, it still manages to make me giddy whenever I think about it.It started with a birthday sex. Lorenzo said that’s the best way to celebrate being a year older and I really couldn’t agree more. After that, we went to the various locations Lorenzo had listed out. He managed to arrange surprises in every single location that I kept smiling from ear to ear as we exited each location. It felt insane to even comprehend. He showered me with so many gifts that still makes
Lorenzo’s pov I found myself drawing up into a sitting position along with her. Her eyes were wide open and she was staring straight ahead. Her mouth were parted in what I’d term as shock, and I wasn’t sure of what to make of her reaction to the brought up topic.Wasn’t I supposed to bring it up? Or, is this also a part of the bunch of stuff she read online?“Is something wrong?” I asked as I reached for her hand. Her eyes were still blown wide when it locked with mine.“I- I didn’t come to your office, it wasn’t me at all, I swear.” She breathed out, grip tight around my fingers. I nodded my head as I tried getting her to relax.“It wasn’t a bad thing, Mia. We were just having fun, weren’t we? Is this also a part of the stuff you read online? For you to act this way when the topic gets brought up, hm?” I asked, watching as her eyes widened even more before she frantically shook her head.“No, no. Lorenzo, you’re not getting what I’ve been saying. You’re yet to understand.” She be
Lorenzo’s pov Mia’s lips were slightly parted as she slept peacefully atop me. We had been lazily discussing about a bunch of random things before she slowly drifted off to sleep. I was sitting on the couch in the sitting room and she was perched over my laps, curled up in a cute ball. I felt my heart sting flutter a little as I let my gaze wander over inch of her face.She was so gorgeous that it sometimes hurts to look at, it makes me wonder how her peers hadn’t been ridiculously jealous of her while they had all been growing up together.She let out a small yawn as she snuggled into me even more, causing me to smile fondly as I reached out to brush the small strand off her out of her face.I was madly, stupidly, ridiculously in love with her that it was ridiculous to sometimes to think about. It was ridiculous before it had never crossed my mind that I’d one day ever have this much raw, intense person got someone, for someone whose father had ruined my life decades ago.I lo
Mia’s pov I was busy cleaning the counter when Lorenzo said most unexpected thing ever.“I love you.”It was just three words, but it made everything stumble to a stop in my mind as soon as it registered in my mind. I blinked once, shock resonating in my mind as I slowly glanced up from what I was doing to blink at Lorenzo. He was standing at the other side of the island, hand lastly wrapped around a glass of drink.His eyes was lazily trained on me and I blinked once while wondering if I had heard wrong. He hummed as he lazily walked around the island till he was standing in front of me. One of his fingers tipped my head backwards until I was staring into his eyes.“I love you.” He breathed out softly and I felt my lips tremble in shock.“I- I thought I heard wrong.” I whispered and he snorted, a small grin tugging at his lips.“You clearly didn’t.” He hummed, eyes glistening.The words swirled around my mind, right into the middle of my heart to settle there.I love you.
Mia’s pov “I guess I understand where you’re coming from, I’d just be lying if I claim to not understand, seeing as I also grew up with so many dumb stereotypes.” I breathed out before pulling away from his grip, back facing him as I folded my arms around my middle.“But I still don’t like it though. Why do random women have to sit on you like that? That should always be me and no one else.” I breathed out. It took a few minutes for Lorenzo to be blanketing me with his large body from behind as he spoke.“You jealous, princess?”I scoffed and almost pulled away from his grip but his hold was unmoving.“Of course I am. Who wouldn’t be jealous? You tell me, wouldn’t you be jealous if you see me perched on a random man’s laps?” I asked and I felt his grip tightened around my waist almost immediately as he nosed at the side of my throat.“I wouldn’t be jealous.” He finally mumbled in response and I scoffed because I knew he was lying through his teeth. He hated the thought of othe
Mia’s pov I had just returned from the mall where I had gone to shop for knitting supplies when the text had arrived in my phone.‘Come over to my working spot, miss you’Along with an address attached.The text had arrived from an unsaved number but I could tell Lorenzo had been the one who sent the mail because the address was one of his clubs which I haven’t been to yet. It was already early evening and I wasn’t really doing anything; so I decided to go get ready because I miss him and couldn’t wait to see him.I’d have put a call through to him first but I didn’t any to do that, I wanted to just arrive there like that, and that’s exactly what I had in mind as I got ready. It didn’t take long for me to settle on something to wear, and putting a light makeup on as well. Once I was done, I gave the address to one of my guards and we were driving over to the location almost immediately.The drive was a bit long but as soon as we pulled up at the location, I felt energized al
Mia’s pov After Lorenzo went to his meeting, and that was had to convince me to stay in the office and not come into the neighboring room where the meeting was taking place in. After he left, because I was bored. It didn’t take long for me to fall asleep. My initial plan was to ignore his words and walk into the meeting, but because he had sounded quite serious while asking me not to come in, I decided to obey his instructions like a good girl xxWhen I blinked my eyes open, Lorenzo was crouching in front of me, fingers moving through my hair strands and a soft look in his eyes as our eyes locked.“Why did I think you weren't gonna listen to me and was gonna come into that meeting?” He murmured softly as his hand brushed over my cheek to rest a thumb over my bottom lip.I couldn’t help the snort that escaped my lips. “You’d be surprised by how well i can listen to instructions.” I breathed out and he laughed softly. When I sat up moments later, I arched a brow at him.“Was th
Mia’s pov I was accompanying Lorenzo to the office today and I was very excited about that. This decision came up after I complained about being bored to Lorenzo. He decided that the change of scenery would do me good, and that he’d also like me to be to his office got the first time. I had been hyped as soon as he informed me that he I’ll be going with him, which is why I’m currently bursting with excitement. We’re currently in the car which and as usual, I fiddled with the radio while trying to settle on what to listen to.“Do you have anything in mind that you’d like to do today?” Lorenzo asked and I turned the question around in my head for a few minutes.“Something like what?” I asked and he shrugged one of his shoulders.“Anything, it doesn’t have to be something special or serious.” He suggested and I contemplated on what he said after a long while before responding.“We could go play a game.” I suggested and when he snorted, I glared at him.“You told me to pick anyt