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66. Diego's Scheme
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Matteo's whole body was suddenly stiff and nervous after hearing the stranger's words. Matteo watched Diego's back and the stranger beside him walk away. In his mind, Matteo questioned who the stranger was who suddenly said the painting was a fake.
"What did he say?" asked Eston, interrupting Matteo's thoughts.Matteo immediately smiled stiffly at Eston. Of course he could not let Eston be swayed by the stranger's words."Sir, he may have just been joking," Matteo said, trying to reassure Eston.Eston shifted his gaze from looking at Diego and the stranger's backs, to looking at Matteo. The look of doubt on his face instantly faded and he returned to arching a proud smile."That's right. Why should we think about it? It is also possible that Diego took the man away because he wanted to reprimand him," Eston replied, nodding his head twice.Hearing that suddenly made Matteo breathe a sigh of relief. Because Matteo would not have bRelated chapters
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 1. Uninvited Guests
Thunderclap broke the thick night sky of Naples, Italy. Raindrop roared, submerging the noise of night life glitter in a part of that city, Vomero district.A tall lady with straight bob haircut could be seen slamming the table in Vomero’s well-known discotheque’s VIP room.“You can’t do this to me! Don’t think I’m the same with stupid whores you’ve been sleeping with until now!” she yelled rudely.A man whose face hidden by his black fedora could only giggle in response to the anger spilled by that woman.“I am Vellina, sole daughter of Pacnozzi clan. Don’t take me for a fool! Do you think I can’t destroy you?” continued that woman named Vellina.Half-hearted response given by that man really made her upset. Up until now, no man dared to underestimate her.“Just you wait until I expose everything to my father! You will be finished! Do you hear me? You will be finished!” ended Vellina before finally she reached her small purse on top of the table and left.Vellina slammed the door of
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 2. Became Predator's Target
Diego froze on his place for a moment, while watching the woman who just came from God knew where. Behind that woman, there was a girl who looked far younger than her.Both of them rushed to approach Laura, who welcomed them to her embrace.The younger girl directly threw herself into her mother’s embrace and looked at Diego with horror in her eyes.Meanwhile, the woman who spoke loudly before came closer to her father, who was being seized by Diego’s henchmen.“Release my father at once! Or I will contact the police to arrest all of you!” she said while pointing at Diego’s subordinates with the phone in her hand.Diego tried his best to hold his laughter back to hear that woman’s threat. It had been way too long time since he was threatened that way.“Relax, Missy. I have an important affair with your father. No need to cry to the police, they already have their hands full with other stuffs,” said Diego, pretending to persuade her.“If you guys really have something to do with my fat
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 3. Proposal
“What do you mean, Sir?” asked Enrico in confusion.Before Diego could answer Enrico’s question, Fabian appeared; his clothes all drenched wet.Diego turned to have a look at Fabian without even once loosening his tight grip on Stellina’s arm.Fabian was so shocked as if he was seeing ghost, when his gaze accidentally met Stellina’s. She resembled his Boss’ wife so much.Diego cleared his throat to snatch Fabian’s attention back to him.“Sorry, Boss. I had no time to change my clothes because I wanted to make it here as fast as possible,” reasoned Fabian, as if disguising his apology behind a formal report.“I understand. Now, do you understand why do I need you here?” asked Diego with his ice-cold voice.Fabian scanned around the entire room to digest down the situation happening.When his eyes made their way back to Diego, his boss nodded his head up, as if anticipating what kind of decision Fabian would take.Without any words, Fabian took out a gun with a silencer behind his suit.
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 4. Cunning Trap
“You must be joking,” said Stellina when she woke up from her astonishment.Diego shook his head again, this time with a melancholy look in his face. Without saying any words, Diego took out the phone from his pocket.That man with sharp nose and dimple dialled a phone number in his phone and made a video call.“Yes, Sir. Gina’s here.” A middle-aged lady in maid outfit could be seen answering that video call.“How is Arianna’s condition?” asked Diego with his natural sorrowful face.That video call changed into back camera view, where it showed a little girl with a straight, jet-black hair, shivering in her sleep.Diego showed that view to Stellina. That woman accepted the phone given by Diego although her hands were trembling in anticipation. She didn’t understand why Diego showed that thing to her.“Her name is Arianna, my beloved little girl,” Diego started to explain.“It has been a week she is having a high fever and seizures. Have a listen to what she says in her sleep, she keep
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 5. Agreement
Diego and Stellina exchanged no words when they had been inside the car going to Stellina’s house.“What should I do now?” asked Stellina, breaking the silence. Diego took a glimpse to that woman.“I will change your look so you will really look like Vellina before I invite you into our mansion,” answered Diego.“How long should I pretend to be your wife?” interrogated Stellina sharply.She caught from Diego’s statement earlier that that man intended to fool everyone by covering her true identity.“Approximately a year. I need time to tell my daughter, also my father-in-law about Vellina’s death,” lied Diego.“They don’t know about her death?” asked Vellina puzzled.“That accursed accident happened just this evening. Her car sank in the swift current of Oglio River. Her body was nowhere to be found, perhaps it was already flown to the sea,” replied Diego without any hint of sadness in his face.Stellina felt there was something odd because Diego had no care about his wife’s body and a
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 6. His Plan
Diego's car has arrived at the hospital belonging to the Ludovicci Family. Neither Diego nor Stellina immediately rushed out of the car. Now, it's time for Stellina to play a role she has never done before."Hey, you have to do it seriously." Diego suddenly spoke in the middle of the silence of his car.Stellina averted her eyes after she had been busy looking out the window. Seeing Diego's serious expression made Stellina shudder a little. But to be honest, Stellina's worries were less than before because she thought Diego was a fraud."Do I really have to be in the hospital like this?" asked Stellina in a squeaky tone, showing her concern.Diego glanced at Fabian who was in the driver's side seat. They both didn't say anything at all. After a split second, Diego let out a rough sigh."You shouldn't question anything, let alone protest."Stellina almost let slip sneer at Diego hearing that sarcastic answer. Even though there were still many things she wanted to ask, Stellina chose to
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 7. Became a Patient
It was then that Stellina suddenly realized that what she had said was wrong. Stellinana turned quickly to Diego who was looking at her doubtfully, then shook her head immediately."It's not that I won't do well with your request, but… if there's someone sick in this room, your patient, they definitely won't feel sick. I see."Hearing Stellina's explanation that sounded a bit nervous made Diego not just say yes. Diego still squinted his eyes slightly, guessing Stellina's gesture: whether she was lying or not."I'm telling the truth," Stellina said again when she understood Diego's suspicions.Then Diego pointed his finger at Stellina's face. "Don't let my plan fail miserably if you can't act properly," he replied later.Stellina nodded obediently like a child. Without any further conversation, when Stellina wanted to ask about the two sisters who had just finished preparing the infusion, Diego suddenly pointed his palm at her."Please put the infusion into her hand," said Diego, which
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 8. Play Pretend
Fabian was a little hesitant to sit next to Stellina. But because at that time Stellina was constantly patting the spot next to him, Fabian was forced to say yes.After sitting beside Stellina—Fabian deliberately took five inches away while exhaling roughly, Fabian was silent for a moment. She doesn't know what Fabian think. Stellina felt that Fabian seemed to be remembering something."If it's too difficult and you're still grieving over his passing, it's better not to need to explain in detail," said Stellina later. The way zhs spoke was so subtle that Fabian looked at her in disbelief."Do you always speak softly like that?" asked Fabian who looked at Stellina in astonishment.Stellina raised her eyebrows, confused. "You mean?""You speak very softly," Fabian answered and clarified what he meant, "and Miss Vellina never spoke softly like that."Suddenly Stellina was surprised. "Is that so? My voice sounds so smooth?"Fabian nodded calmly, in contrast to Stellina who was suddenly e
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The Mafia's Wife Replacement 66. Diego's Scheme
Matteo's whole body was suddenly stiff and nervous after hearing the stranger's words. Matteo watched Diego's back and the stranger beside him walk away. In his mind, Matteo questioned who the stranger was who suddenly said the painting was a fake."What did he say?" asked Eston, interrupting Matteo's thoughts.Matteo immediately smiled stiffly at Eston. Of course he could not let Eston be swayed by the stranger's words."Sir, he may have just been joking," Matteo said, trying to reassure Eston.Eston shifted his gaze from looking at Diego and the stranger's backs, to looking at Matteo. The look of doubt on his face instantly faded and he returned to arching a proud smile."That's right. Why should we think about it? It is also possible that Diego took the man away because he wanted to reprimand him," Eston replied, nodding his head twice.Hearing that suddenly made Matteo breathe a sigh of relief. Because Matteo would not have b
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 65. Matteo is Back
A large ship carrying a container of goods arrived at the port of destination.The atmosphere in the harbor was even more chaotic as Eston's bodyguards, who had been waiting all along, rushed to the ship. Others were making preparations for heavy equipment to unload the large container from the ship.After the special stairs appeared and stretched out as a path, Matteo appeared with three bodyguards. They descended the stairs, with the three bodyguards occasionally keeping Matteo's body balanced."Don't forget to make sure the container doesn't fall and damage the goods inside!" Matteo warned the crew and some of Eston's bodyguards.Once he was fully disembarked, grounded in the harbor, Matteo walked a little as he watched the heavy equipment begin to transport the container. Matteo was a little worried as he watched this scene."If any of the goods are damaged, I will cut your pay!" Matteo threatened with a louder and more emphatic call than before.There was no resistance or rebutta
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 64. Big Boss's Favor
Stellina knew what she had to do. During her time as Eston's daughter, she had never made a mistake. Diego had been very neat in teaching her many things. This time, nothing could be missed.Diego also prepared himself for Eston's arrival. With the presence of Stellina, who was now disguised as Vellina, there was no suspicion on Eston's part. At least until now, everything was going the way he wanted it to. Diego plans to give Eston one of the souvenirs they bought in Rome."I want to give my papa-in-law some of the souvenirs we bought in Rome, can you help me choose them?" Diego asked, looking at his watch. He didn't have much time as Eston would be landing in Vomero soon."Of course, I will choose the best for Mr. Eston," Stellina replied with a sweet smile."Don't forget, he's your father. Don't make any mistakes that make him suspicious of all this." Diego reiterated Stellina's role. This time the beautiful girl didn't answer, she just looked
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 63. Back to Vomero
Finally, the moment Stellina had been waiting for came. Just now she had met her family and released her longing, now she had to part with her family again. The look in Laura's eyes that harbored sadness was still in Stellina's eyes. Even though the girl repeatedly told her that everything would be fine.They arrived at Napoly airport three hours before departure. As always, the airport was bustling with people and business. There was still a little time to prepare a few things.Stellina smiled gently at Arianna who had fallen asleep in the car, but when they arrived at the airport, her eyes were perfectly round. It was as if the little girl had been fully recharged to run here and there through the vast airport."Watch your step, sweetie, don't get in the way of people who want to pass.""Mama, the airport is spacious and very cool. I like it, are we going to wait here for a long time?" asked Arianna, holding her hair which occasionally covered her face."We'll just wait for the plan
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 62. Teasing
Not long after, they arrived at the Colosseum. At that time Patty then joined Arianna, Pedro, and Fabian.Patty can also quickly establish a close relationship with Arianna.They both chased around annoying and teasing each other. Patty and Arianna also took photos at statues standing in historical buildings. Arianna's favorite thing to do is to buy cotton candy, a snack sold around the area.They happily strolled through the ancient buildings. A warm intimacy was suddenly established between Arianna and Patrizia. Although annoying, Patty had the sincerity to approach a child and Arianna could also feel that Patty was like a pleasant sister.Meanwhile, Diego and Stellina sat together in the courtyard of the Colosseum. They were chatting casually. Diego was no longer angry with Stellina because she had ignored the rules they had agreed upon. Diego was not worried because the situation was very much under control."So how did you feel after
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 61. Spending Time Together
Diego, Stellina, Pedro and Patrizia agreed to go to a restaurant for lunch. It was already noon. Patrizia, who wanted to know Diego's closeness, enthusiastically accompanied them to find a lunch menu.Arianna had finished playing with Camilla and Fabian. The little girl screamed when she saw Stellina and Diego in the hospital lobby."Papa... mama, I'm done playing with Camilla. I want to come with you.""All right, darling. We'll have lunch now. Mama was just about to call Camilla and ask her to bring you to join us."Finally, after Arianna joined them, they all left the hospital to go to a nearby restaurant. Camilla couldn't come along as she had to go back to the hospital to look after Enrico and keep Laura company.They immediately headed to the restaurant. When they arrived at the restaurant, Diego, Patty, Stellina and Arianna sat at one table, while Febian and Pedro were at a separate table not far from them.Patrizia felt like a breath of fresh air, now she had to ask about Stel
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 60. Family Reunion
Arianna was confused at being separated from Stelina. The little girl kept calling her mama's name."Mama... where are you? Why did you leave Arianna here alone? Arianna is scared, Mama."With an upset face Arianna continued to look for Stellina among the hospital visitors. One by one, she searched the faces that passed by, but all of them were not Stellina.The little girl was already in the lobby at the same time as someone pushed open the hospital's glass doors. Arianna's face was instantly filled with anxiety."Mama... where are you?" she whispered softly. The girl looked at the people who were visiting the hospital.While Arianna was confused about finding Stellina, the little girl walked from one corridor to another, until she accidentally collided with a girl."Ouch." Arianna groaned as she fell on the floor."Hey, are you sick?" greeted the girl who turned out to be Patrizia. It was a girl who came with Pedro."My knee is a little sore, ouch!"Arianna cried not only because sh
The Mafia's Wife Replacement 59. Go to Rome
Escorted by Fabian, Diego, Stellina and Arianna exited the airport. As per Arianna's wishes, they had a quick bite to eat at a restaurant inside the airport's food court area while buying ice cream for the little girl."Everything is ready, sir." Fabian reported about the hotel he had booked the men to stay at. Diego deliberately did not want to stay at his mansion because Stellina's family was there. At the moment, the hotel was the perfect choice for the night."Let's go straight to the hotel, I'm tired and want to rest soon." Diego stepped off his feet in a hurry. On the airplane, he could barely close his eyes."Yes, sir." Fabian immediately put the luggage into the car that he had prepared. Wherever he was, Fabian always prepared everything carefully and in detail. That's why Diego trusted him so much.After traveling for about thirty minutes, they arrived at the magnificent hotel in Rome. A beautiful view greeted them from the twentieth floor. Down below was the busy street traf
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