I read through the message and scoffed.“A threat? Huh?” Nothing moves me at this point and anyone who thinks they can scare me out of this is just a big joker. I hopped out of the car grabbing the back seat door to get Giorgio. He was still fast asleep and getting him out of that might cause a mishap. I grabbed him by the hand and laid him on my shoulder. The car slammed shut and as I walked to my quarters I could feel Francesca’s eyes digging into my body from the balcony where she stood. I didn’t bother to exchange pleasantries with an enemy I knew better. I walked with confidence to my quarters. I carefully placed Gio on the couch and got my boots off. The message was a threat and if I can figure out who sent me this I could end it once and for all.I was going to let the long days stress affect me. I quickly pushed off the weight that was quickly settling into my mind. I hurried into the kitchen to make myself some coffee to ease the stress, my neck aches on the other side causin
He cackled laughing loud like he doesn't know why I am here in the first place. A quick suspicious scrutiny on me before he let out the word in spite. His voice resonated the room like that of a demi-god.“Your father doesn't know you're here right? I can tell that” he casually spoke with the tail of the cigar dancing on his lip. I folded my arms together on my chest as I waited for him to finish his little victory laugh. “Well, I have heard that you want to take control of the shipments in the east. You know that it belongs to my grandfather and my family has been in operations in that region for a long time, " I pointed out, reminding him of the good old days my father had told me about when I was only a child. He scoffed, narrowing his eyes at me for a moment before letting the words out coldly. “Your father and I had a deal and he has failed on his part. The East-coast shippings are mine. My vessels will begin operation on that site in the next couple of days and I do not want a
The next morning I got summoned by my father. I knew about it all along and I know that his wrath has got nothing to me. Isabella had shown her face in my quarters in the early hours of the morning. I knew the news of last night's ght had gotten to his ears but none of that bordered me. If taking and spilling blood was the only way to get things done right around here then a few other people would have to lose their lives at the expense. I grabbed my name night robe wrapping it over my body as I strolled out to meet him in the lobby. The main building for the family was on the left wing. Isabella had disappeared after dropping off the message like a bird. I scoffed because she was the least of my troubles at the moment. I carefully took the stairs leading to the elevator that would take me to the master floor where my father and his wife shared. As I got to the living room I found my father sitting face down on the couch and on the left next to him was his beloved wife Francesca. S
The gala night had begun quite early at the presidential house. I knew this night was not about me but about the elite. At least I could be counted as one. I hurriedly got dressed in my dress, not my usual Black leather jacket or boots. I had to look responsible at least since I was now in the front line of my family’s business. My long dress flowed down to my ankles yet had a long slit up to my laps.I quickly grabbed my long brown coat and strapped it over my shoulders. Letting my hands swim inside. My red bag did justice to my matching outfit. My lips colored red in its elegance. I pushed my hair to the side making my diamond earrings on the left ear more pronounced and beautiful. I smiled at the outcome I was able to put together. I am not the type to dress so extravagant for occasions that wouldn’t last four hours, that was Francesca’s thing and everyone knew her for her style. I needed to see my grandpa before leaving, his health had deteriorated lately with the last crisis he
My eyes followed Guiliana and she stormed back to the hall. Her high heels clicked on the shiny marble floor. I couldn't help but feel a twinge of guilt coupled with an unhealthy dose of frustration. What's her problem anyways?As I snickered in frustration and turned to leave the scene where we had just shared a passionate kiss, my gaze drifted to the exact spot where she had touched me. A cold shiver ran down my spine as I contemplated running after her. Her touch felt like it had awoken something deep within my soul and I just can not place a finger on it.I shook my head, chuckling wryly. I am a Salvatore blood after all I didn't need to chase after a woman I would have absolutely nothing to do with. I do business, legal and illegal and went into conquest with men of power, not sit and smile over a mere woman. I shook the thought of her out of my mind the shafts from dried indian grains. There was no point after all. As I tried to concentrate and walk back to the hall the feeling t
The day started very busy and hectic. I have had a couple of meetings with the ones I had scheduled for the day. Sitting in my office dabbling the files I had laid out on my desk ready to sign the most important and possibly push the remaining for later after due consideration. I had told my secretary never to let anyone into my office without first calling and that she had maintained for the past month. Isabella was out of the way during work hours at least it gives me the chance to think about a few things that I could do to make the family name grow. I scrolled through my desktop with my pen in my hand as I studied the figures. Oops! I exclaimed in exhaustion as I traced a hand on it to avoid mistakes. Just as I had my attention focused on the system with my mouth pouting out in a small circle my door creaked open after a knock I guess I didn't hear because I was drowning to finish the task.“Hello ma'am there's someone here to see you. He says it's urgent”. She told me. I looked
I could feel the tension in the room when she saw me walk into her office. I had not come to play pranks or be in her business, I needed her to do this with me. No one was a perfect match for the job except her. I didn’t know why my blood and veins kept yawning to see her all the time. I took a quick look as I walked out of the office. She still had that perplexed look on her face like she had made the worst decision of her life by allowing me to sit and talk to her about some project.“I will be back in a few days”. I mouthed to myself as I got into my car ready to leave the premises.A quick buzz on my phone and I looked over at the lit screen displayed in front of me. It was Enzo, he knew I would be out by now making a few moves to the betterment of the family. I am not even in the right mind to take any others from him. A little frown arched on my face as I brushed a quick finger across the screen to answer.“Where are you at? We need you at the Matho Crystal gold club at twenty”.
“Come on buddy. We can get all the juices of this deal checked in a few hours” It was Duke speaking.He had recently introduced himself as duke and the hair to the Richardson empire. His brother Donald managed some properties. These men were deep in the corporate affairs and knew exactly how to run their fathers business. They had no business with being Mafias like my brother and I. I wiped a quick hand over my nose as I watched hand the golf stick to his assistant.“Have our site out at the lounge,” he pointed to the exclusive seat out section on the left. It has all the features of a Vip setting and I liked it even though it was almost an open air space. I wore my cap back on and began walking with them. My brother had an undescriptive smile on his face. He seemed even more excited about the deal than I am. I mean I have read a little about the terms but a few changes could be made in our favour. We strolled together till we got to the seats. “Gentlemen please have a seat”, Duke's v
Leo had my things packed neatly into my travel bag. The trip was for a few days only. Shamefaced, I haven't been able to see my father. At least if this deal could pull through the Salvatore family would smile again. I walked hurriedly with the huge cigar dangling from my lips. Dragon and Sniper were going with me while Leo stayed behind. A corporate man doesn't have any business in a rough world like mine. Dirty games covered with piles of dollar notes. This mission was one of them. This time I had a suit on, at least the eyes that saw me coming would respect me without asking who I was. My boots clicked against the interlock as I headed to the car. The driver turned on the ignition and drove off the yard immediately. The words from last night still linger in my heart, my father thinks I have made a wrong decision by letting a woman make decisions for me. A soft sigh escaped my lips as I looked out the window. Dragon was beside me, his eyes stealing glances at me each time.“You kno
The news has spread all over town but I didn’t have the time for it. I am determined to never let anything the bloggers do get to me or my son or even interfere with my business. Francesca was bent on looting everything I have and handing it over to her daughter, but that would be over my dead body because I am also determined to fight till the very end no matter what would come my way. This was my inheritance and they have no place trying to find who fits in or not, it was in my pace to dish out whatever quote I wanted to whomever I deemed fit and not the other way round. The few days away from home has given me the time and leverage to think straight. A little time to clear my head away from all the chaos happening around me and thank God Maria was there to help out with Gio. He was growing quite fast and soon I would teach him the ways to be fierce so he can take over what is rightfully his. I peered out the window as I stood watching the evening sun diminish gently onto a yellow
I knew he would be at the guest house. His usual place whenever he needs to unwind.And I was ready for him. I grabbed the black sequin dress I had just got a few weeks agoFor the coming parties and Maria do my makeup meanwhile I have booked a dinner date?With Teo in a few days but that is not the point here. There were a few things I neededto put in place. Dominico was one of them. My hair ran is smooth curls like waves to myBack and my shoulders while my dress exposed a bit of my cleavage, stopping right rightOn my thighs high above my knees, the back of the dress had two strap criss crossing toEach end.“Are you sure the look is good?” I asked Maria as I stared back to my reflection in theMirror.“Superb, that’s the only word I have for you”. She caressed my shoulders slowly like someStripper in a club.“Get your hands off me”, I chuckled. She ran off to the bedside and jumped on it, then suddenly began twirling and bouncing her butt. You this is all you need to do and he w
I was still fast asleep the next day when Maria rushed into the room, I decided to stay home for the day at least till the whole saga had died down and this was my only hideout. My father has given me several missed calls while I was running away from a shadow I didn’t create with my hand.“Are you still sleeping? You should follow me downstairs, there’s someone here to see you”. Her voice sounded far and distant to my ears as she spoke. I rolled on to the other side, pulling the duvet up to my chest but she quickly snatched it away from me.“Come on Gui you can’t do this, he is not going to leave”, that was when my head clicked. He has finally traced me down here to kill me. I sprang to my feet, eyes popping and ready for what was to come.“Where is Gio?” That was the first thing I asked as I jumped into the night pants then quickly wrapped my hair into a loose bun at the back.“Gio is still asleep”, her tone was serious yet I couldn’t read her expression and I dared not ask who it w
How dare he show up in my office just to accuse me of something I know nothing about. Just when I thought something good was going to come out now? Last I checked, only my family knew about the whole deal and I can't point a finger to anyone exactly who would have informed those bastards to jeopardize the work.Angry and unstable I grabbed the telephone receiver punching in the digits. I listened closely as it began to ring into my ear.“Hello”, Lisa’s voice came sharp and calculated. I could tell she knew I was upset but didn't bother to say it.“Yes, Lisa. I need you to take care of the office. You can pack up once you are done. I am leaving for the day” , I told her firmly.“Okay ma'am. See you tomorrow then”, she told me and waited for me to drop the call first. The moment I was done, I grabbed my bag and my laptop and headed out through the back door. I took my private route out of my office leading to the spare elevator at the back. I got out of my car and drove straight to Mari
I had just finished speaking with my father when the call came in. From someone I never expected. The president never calls me on days like this and if he ever did it had to be him sealing straight with my dad. But this time I see the call ID dancing on my phone screen. My heart leaped knowing it's not for good but for some bad report I have no idea about.I hesitated for a while before swiping the screen to take the call.“Hello Dominico, the site has been concealed and all operations must stop on it.” He didn't even let me speak before ending the call. “What the hell does he mean by that?” I spoke to myself and I stood in front of the large mirror in my room with my bare chest. My pecs jerked a few times as anger meandered through my nerves. I knew the plan all along but to go this far to end things abruptly was just uncalled for. Gui and I have made a huge investment on this project hoping that we can save a good amount of money when everything is up and running and now this? The
They had their guns pointing at us like criminals. I looked at the men eyeball to eyeball not taking any chances to look like a coward. This was a perfect chance to prove I was strong but it wasn't for a situation as deadly as this. We were outnumbered and Gui is a woman, I can bet with life she isn't trained for times like this. The men had their guns pointed at us until we left the site. Driving behind Gui just to make sure she was fine and all the engineers asked to leave at once. This was an aisyake and I could bet with my log that someone was somewhere taking a long drag of his cigarette and sabotaging my work. My father believes I can handle this project effectively. That is the reason I have been appointed to handle this one.From time to time I steal glances behind me to see if we are being followed. I followed her till she stopped at their gate.She got out of her car heading towards me. Her face was firm and her steps calculated. She stopped just by the door and knocked. I p
The first day at the site. I arrived quite early, my car sat perfectly on the left side as I sat watching the sunset casting a light yellow glow on the trucks and engineers ready to work.A quick glance at my watch. I frowned, drumming my hand on the steering slowly. It quickly sank into a sweet rhythm. My heart raced through everything that had happened in the last weeks. My father doesn't like the idea but I was sure to make him see the good side of it. My phone buzzed a few times before I answered the call.“Hey”. I cleared my throat as I listened to the little one who had called me.“Mom, when are you coming home?” Gio’s voice came rushing in through the phone speaker.“Hey, my darling—I have missed you, don't worry I will be home soon and I promise to get you some macdonalds on my way home”, I assured him. He chuckled a bit and from where I was sitting I could feel his smile spread at the mention of mcdonalds. “You should get me some burger and ice cream too”, was Maria’s voice
I honked a few times before the gates opened for me to drive through, revealing the magnificent Silici empire. The same one my father had built from sweat, blood and crime. Alessandro my father is what I call the untouched and untrackable lion. Despite all this he has tried to come out clean and innocent. The music in my car has been my companion for the past thirty minutes.I pulled up slowly into my parking space right adjacent to the mansion. Hesitating for a while and contemplating my options before exiting the car. The door slammed followed by the clicking sound from the car lock. I was exhausted from the day's work and the plans ahead. The past days have been so hectic that I barely made time to be with the only person that gives me so much reason to be alive. Giorgio must be enjoying my absence especially with the fact that he doesn't even have my time each time I show up in the living room all tired and drained. My red Louis Vuitton bag on my right hand I strolled into the man