Sofia's POV I was internally shaken but somehow managed to still keep my shocked expression behind the mask.This dangerous and insane woman was the owner of the NextTech company and was the Organizer of the summit, the main face behind the company.We did our research and never saw anything about a secret owner by the name of Rosita Duke.Giada has been in contact with the CEO of the company who had always acted like she owned the company.I didn't probe much into Tech companies because not for a second did I think I'd meet this big enemy of mine.Could she even know my true identity?Was she planning to kill me right now or something?My sweet girls.Were they safe?My heart thumped remembering our last conversation.Specifically her last words to me five years ago, "Our paths will cross again, Sofia. Not today, not tomorrow, not in months, not in two years, I believe, but we'll get to know each other better when it happens. Enjoy your peace and your unborn babies, for now"She so
Author's POV"......this is undoubtedly the best path to climbing unto the next stage in the leader of future technology..." Clancy McCain and Sonia Quinn were welcomed by the voice of the man on the stage as they entered through the private door to the VVIP seating section." We are looking forward to the progress of the AI intelligence... "The man continued speaking but Clancy was no longer listening as he turned to Sonia and said, "Seat 6 over there"He casually pointed to the VIP seating sea before strolling away for the VVIP section.Aurora De Santa should be here already and he wasn't sure why he was this impatient to see her, the woman who dares to get on his nerves.He removed the 2nd guest using his influence since the NextTech company was under one of the Tree branches and he wasn't someone who could be easily offended.Many would do anything to make him partner with their company and he thought Aurora De Santa would be one but she is arrogant.The arrogant woman was the fir
Author's POV A figure rose from the seat in the shadows, graciously acknowledging the applause as she made her way towards the stage.Sofia tightened her fist seeing the brunette-haired woman take up the stage with a warm smile of confidence. A smile curved at the corner of Sonia's lips and she looked in Clancy's direction. Only if she could see the look of utter shock on his face. He wasn't paying attention to the presenter a bit from the start until he mentioned the name 'Rosita' Clancy didn't realize he had looked but now, he was gazing directly at Rosita who was still smiling. She was looking in his direction and bit her lower lip to let him understand it wasn't a dream. No one noticed this except Sofia who was paying attention to the woman. She felt disgusted and a scene flashed through her head. When she had caught them in bed together but they were too carried away to notice her. From the report she got, Clancy McCain hasn't been seen with Interagent who had disappear
Clancy's POV Her sweet scent waffled into my nose and I felt her fingers slowly caressing mine with a lingering smile still on her face."Fvck off!" I managed to control my rage as I pushed her hands off and focused on the stage to see Aurora who was still asking everyone to have a seat."You know, I can hook three of us up for a memorable session, you miss my pu$$y, don't you?" The Interagent's voice was low as she leaned closer to tell me and I truly wanted to grab her neck and slam her onto to floor but that would disrupt Aurora's presentation.How dare her make such suggestions to me in public?She should have simply remained in hiding forever. "You should get yourself a fvck boy if you're this crazy fvcked up horny in the head. Touch me again and I don't mind forgetting a bullet in your wrist" I slowly opened my tailored suit for her to see the silenced pistol tucked inside.The smile on her face vanished and she glared fearlessly at me, "Can you?""Don't you get it yet? Your c
Sofia's POV My fist was clenched as I walked down the restroom hallway until I entered one of the enclosed rooms by the left and shut the door behind me.I pushed my fake brunette hair from covering my face and looked into the mirror to see my look of panic."Oh, no... no... no" I slowly mumbled and unlocked my phone to again see the latest message from Agent 45.'Order Denied. Punishment will be accepted'His message had come at the same time the Interagent woman was approached by a man in dark clothing.She gave me a certain glare before leaving and I couldn't help but imagine what 47 could have done.There's a good side to having an experienced soldier as 47 on my side but there's also a downside, not exactly a downside.His loyalty was sworn to my father to spend the rest of his life serving the Di Marco and helping eliminate threats within his reach.Almond Yuturo warned me about 47 already.He was the best one-man army I could ever wish for and he was loyal but when it comes t
Clancy's POVHow dare her? How dare she suggest to me about getting a girlfriend?How dare she think I am a pervert?Aurora DE Santa's leaving was rather strange and had decided to get to the bottom only to be crossed by her assistant.I just wanted to understand why Aurora would be brazen enough to attack Rosita's people.She probably had no idea who they were.This was my best guess.As much as I hated the Interagent, Aurora wasn't close to being a match for her.Rosita was a significant figure in the Tree syndicate who left scars wherever she went and destruction was her way of life.She was far up the underground ladder for Aurora to get to.Aurora DE Santa is just the daughter of a local Mafia lord who is not even a match for me, talk less of the biggest syndicate in North America.She definitely has a death wish.I groaned as she choked me from behind and I couldn't help but be surprised.Her grip around my neck was too strong for a fragile woman like her and she seemed to be fo
Sofia's POVI had a complicated emotion as I returned to the auditorium with Giada by my side.47 had caused a slight problem I had to fix and avoid being suspected by the Interagent of something bigger.Then there's Clancy McCain who I didn't think would give me so much trouble at the start of this summit.I can still remember how he touched me and my body responded to him.The hate I had seemed ineffective as I realized how much I was attached to his proximity.The feeling was still there after all these years but I'm not surprised anymore.First love. My virginity, and the other factors attached to him."I think we should leave, we have enough problems already" I whispered to Giada."Sofia, this was all my fault. I shouldn't have caused you to get into a fight with that Badman" There was a look of remorse in Giada's eyes but I simply waved my hand and whispered, "It's different. 47 shot the Interagent's people"She stopped moving and her eyes popped slightly in shock. "He did that?
Sofia's POV I exited the restroom with Sonia and I didn't expect her to say to me, "My daughter admires you, Miss Aurora. She always talks of becoming a popular woman like you"I was quick to hide my emotions by faking a laugh as I said, "Many admire me, I hope to meet this daughter of yours one day. Is she here?"Sonia's eyes lit up and she quickly responded, "No, she is back in New York City but if you don't mind, I can connect you on a call with her at the end of the summit. My little girl will never believe me if I told her about meeting Aurora DE Santa"My identity has been revealed here so I wouldn't be surprised that the front page of all newspapers will display my face tomorrow."Of course" I forced a smile."You're kind, Miss Aurora" We shook hands and she left me for the VIP seating area.The smile on my face slowly transformed into a complicated expression and I let my head drop down.Does Sonia really hate me? As Sofia.I asked Gloria and my arms in the syndicate to inve
Sofia's POV"Sofia..."Oh my God.. She knows it's me.How? How exactly?"Why do you speak like Sofia?" She added and this made me stare directly at her, beads of sweat still scattered all over my forehead."Are you alright?" Her little voice asked me and I managed to calm myself down.A sigh of relief that my cover wasn't blown but I'm under the suspicion of a child.She must have noticed from the way I communicate with her but how is that still possible?I trained myself for months... years... to change the way I act and communicate with people when using my Aurora DE Santa identity.Aurora DE Santa is supposed to be someone else entirely.Did I let my emotions slip in and allow Sofia to surface a little?Oh shit. Fvck me!"Sofia...?" I laughed nervously and rubbed the side of my face.Lily let down her head and played with the helm of her dress, "Yes. She used to be lovely like you""And I speak like her?" I scratched the back of my head nervously."I think I'm just missing her and-
Sofia's POVShe blinked her ocean-blue eyes at me and the two men stared at each other before staring at me.I opened my mouth and made to come up with the best lie ever."You! Are you Aurora DE Santa?" Lily's face brightened as she stared even closer at me, "You are Aurora DE Santa, the beautiful woman who makes a lot of games"Her mouth opened and I could see a smile forming on her face.I sighed in relief and nodded with a small smile on my face.Aurora Technologies also dealt with the mass production of new software every month which includes games.And yes, mobile games for children too.My face is now on everything in newspapers and online news outlets so I'm not surprised at being recognized easily.Lily embraced me and I felt my heart stopped beating at that moment.She had really grown and could even touch my waist now. Tears covered my eyes and emotions whirled inside of me because of the contact with her.This feeling of her hug since five years ago.It felt special and go
Sofia's POVI was pacing around in the room, from one end of the wall to the other with my fist tightly clenched.How dare he?How dare Clancy McCain think he can do whatever he wants?For a moment, it felt like I was under his control and wanted to break free but he is ever cunning to know the right words to use.I couldn't imagine him taking over my room and going through my things.Apart from him seeing my underwear which is of great concern to me and would make my face hot when I think about it, he might find out about my identity because of my gadgets that can be linked to Tuscany."Your Highness, your system is connected" Giada pulled me out of my thoughts from the bed where she was seated with my laptop.I collected the system from her and glanced at the phone in her hand."The code stopped running, broken or something. The CCTV server might not be active right now?" She told me.I took the phone from her and made adjustments to the program I was running, "The storage appeared
Clancy's POV I had a lot to think of and figure out as I entered the Night Moon Hotel and made my way to the elevator but stopped because of the noise in the lobby. I was angry and looked around to see the hotel manager having a heated conversation with two women and the security team with him seem to be ready to take action at any moment. I was going to ignore them when I caught a glimpse of the side of one of the woman's face and a gulp went down my throat. Now my attention was gotten. Aurora DE Santa. I adjusted my suit and walked towards them when the manager of the hotel noticed my presence. He quickly rushed over to me and acted polite with a smile on his face, "Mr. McCain, I didn't know you were around. I was about to send this women away" "Send us away. What the fvck are you talking about?" The other woman with Aurora had stepped out to throw a tantrum but when her eyes met with mine, she shrank away. I've seen them hanging around too often so they must be really close
Sofia's POV"What are you smiling about? Did you find a cute little boyfriend down here?" Giada's tone was a little suspicious as she spoke to me from the front seat where she was driving.I lifted my head from the screen of my phone and snorted coldly, "Don't say nonsense, Giada. I'm a mother of four, not some Italian sugar mama. Moreover, I'm still in my twenties"She laughed hysterically, "You are the richest woman in the world so there's definitely no restriction to you. What do you think?""I'll send you back to Tuscany" I threatened her playfully."Alright, Queen. You got all the power" Giada became quiet and concentrated on her driving.I smiled softly and returned my gaze to the screen of my phone to see the reply from my mysterious American friend.'Dead? Do you want me dead?'The smile on my face broadened as I asked him through the text, 'Are you not angry? I snubbed you for the longest time''As long as it makes you happy' His response was quick.I rubbed the roof of my no
Clancy POVI guess I knew this wasn't right from the beginning.It never was.Everything sane about me must have died the moment Sofia left me and I seize to care about whatever madness goes on in me.If I have to go out of my way to get vengeance, I'll do just that.There's nothing left of me that matters."Yeah! Fvck me, that's just the way I want it!" She moaned insanely as I pounded her recklessly from behind but my mind was absent.I felt nothing for her.She was simply a tool for me to get what I wanted.My hand was wrapped around her hair and I had her face pressed against the bed.There was no holding back as I released all of my frustration on her but it turned out that was just what she wanted.To be handled recklessly.Such an insane woman.I finally climaxed and collapsed to the bed with her body pressed against mine.For a minute, I was overwhelmed with the guilt of betraying Sofia for the second time but the next minute, I felt nothing anymore.We're not together anymore
Sofia's POV "Here... I got this for you" Giada slid a cup of coffee across the table in my direction and I raised my head from the screen of my laptop to see her."Are you alright?" She inquired with a concerned look and I first responded with a shrug of my shoulders."Of course I am""You just canceled our meeting with the richest man in Los Angeles so don't tell me you're alright. But then, you know best and you should take enough rest. C'mon, I'll drive us to the hotel" She beckoned at me."Give me a few more minutes, G" I returned my gaze to the screen and stared endlessly at the reply I had given to Sarah's message on the dark web.I was waiting patiently for her response but it wasn't coming forth.Just when I made to close the system, her message pinged in and I had my seat again.'Hey, I was away for a while'I sighed and typed my response quickly. 'That's fine. Are you free now? I just need you to answer a couple of questions for me''Okay. Shoot' Her reply was instant.'The
Clancy's POV "Do you think I'm joking?" I was going to lose my patience soon and do something I'm not supposed to do.Now Rosita was the only one I knew who could tell me the information I wanted but more importantly, killing her wasn't an option.I won't even get the opportunity to avenge my sister because the full force of the syndicate will be unleashed on me.She knew this and that's just why she can act fearless around me.Not even a gun to her face would make her flinch."What the fvck do you want?" I gritted my teeth, grabbed her by the arm and raised her from the bed."What I want is something you're refusing to give me" She placed her fingers on my shoulder but I slapped them off."I can give you the name, Clancy. He is not someone you can't take on with your current influence. You should know that already. The high ranking members of the high table are like gods of this world. I know what it feels like to have your loved one killed by one of them. Don't you think you need m
Clancy's POVThe noise of gunshot echoed in the air as the man I shot rolled over the staircase until he slumped dead to the ground with a soft thud and was soaked in his own pool of blood.I walked down the staircase and looked down the hallway to see the blood-stained wall on both sides.The bodies of the men I had killed were scattered all over the narrow floor and I walked around to make sure no one was still alive."Guess this is all..." Whispering, I tucked back my gun behind me. I entered my room and put a call through to the manager of the hotel."Boss, should we send your breakfast over now?" I asked quickly."No. I called to give you an instruction. No one is allowed on the top floor until I give you permission to. Not even the cleaners or room service. I'll send a woman to the top floor, she'll give you my name and you'll let her through "The Hotel manager didn't reply immediately." Yes... Yes... I'll keep that in mind, Mr. McCain ""Not even you are allowed on the top fl