Arya’s brows furrowed. “Did you just hesitate?”, she asked, squinting her eyes. “Yes, I did”, he answered. Good boy. He didn’t try to deny that. “Why?”. “I used to be a ladies man. I don’t have to get ladies, they come to me. I like to believe I still draw in the ladies”, he said with a prideful smirk. Arya gasped. “What’s that supposed to mean?”, she asked angrily. “That I am an attractive man who ladies can’t get enough of. For example, you. You simply just can’t get enough of me”, he said with his signature smirk still on his face. “Look who’s being silly and easy going all of a sudden? What happened to the grumpy old Don?”, she asked. “The grumpy old Don is just stating facts. You can’t deny it”, he said. Arya smirked too. She was beginning to love this new side of her. “Yes, I can. I have seen more attractive men”, she said with a devilish smile and leaned back on her seat. She waited for his reaction and she got it.The immense satisfaction she felt as his
WARNING: THIS CHAPTER CONTAINS STRONG SEXUAL CONTENT AND MAY BE TOO SENSITIVE FOR SOME READERS. “Wow, he had exquisite taste”, she remarked. Leonardo raised an eyebrow. “You’ve never said that to me”. “Well, because you don’t”. His frown deepened. “You do realize I’m carrying you in my arms, I might just let you fall”. “No, you won’t”, she retorted. “Try me”. “A while ago I liked you, now I don’t. Put me down”, she said. “As you wish”, he said and further proceeded to attempt dropping her. She gasped. “Leo!”, she screamed his name in annoyance. “What? I was only pulling your legs”, he said and dropped her on her feet carefully. “Thanks”. They walked into the Villa and Arya’s mouth dropped. She had mixed feelings for Don Vito, she couldn’t decide whether she hated him or admired him but she knew they would get along when it comes to style and fashion. The villa still had maids and guards who were constantly on duty but the it barely got guests. “I really
The Beginning of the Hell yet to unleash. Arya loved the small village. It was so much different from the hustle and bustle of the big cities and the luxurious streets that led to her husband’s villa. The environment was picturesque, with cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and a close-knit community atmosphere. The people were friendly and welcoming, with a strong sense of tradition and pride in their heritage. She admired their warmth, hospitality, and love of good food and conversation. Life in the village revolved around family, local festivals, and traditional customs that created a charming and authentic Italian experience. “It must be so peaceful here. I wish we could stay forever”, she said in amazement as they stopped at a fruit stall. “Benvenuto, cosa desidera comprare?", the seller asked. Welcome, what would you like to buy?. Arya smiled and looked at the fruits on display. It looked a bit spoilt and damaged unlike the fresh ones she was used to.
“You know I have no say in the matter”, Giovanni, the village chief said. “I don’t know. I hope you’re not doing this due to bribery”, Leonardo said pointing at the pile of cash on a tray with his eyes. His boys searched his house and found them hidden in the walls. The chief must have gone through a lot of trouble to hide it. Giovanni turned his gaze to the tray. “Oh, that. I have business with the other villages and I’m trying to stay safe. You can take them, take it as a welcome gift”, he said, chuckling awkwardly. Leonardo felt insulted but it was okay, he would deal with the situation. “You run this business with what money? From what I can tell, this village’s main source of livelihood is agriculture. How can you get so much money when the village has no good soil”, Leonardo asked. “The village may be poor but I’m not. I can afford food”, Giovanni said with a frown. “Now, let’s come to that. You’re selling off fruits in the market square for exorbitant prices. I
Arya and Leonardo got to the resort mid afternoon so it was no surprise they found none of their relatives in the villa. The maids and guards watched them walk in awe. It was evident that they had missed their boss. The female one though, not the male. Rosa and Ana rushed towards them. “Welcome, Don. Welcome, la moglie di Don”, they greeted. Leonardo sighed. At least during their time away he didn’t have to share her with two pesky people. How annoying! She enveloped them in a hug. “I missed you guys”. “We miss you more, la moglie di Don”, the girls said in unison. Arya gave it a thought. She was her own person and she should be regarded with her own title, not her husband’s. “Regard me as Dona henceforth”, she said to them. They looked between each other and nodded. “Now that that is out of the way, what have I missed?”. *********************** The Marcello’s all sat down at the table for dinner. Amelia and Bianca had almost suffocated poor Arya in
“I’m impressed, Rob”, Leonardo said as he went through the documents and files on his laptop. “Always at the service of the mafia, Don”, Rob responded. A knock was heard on the door followed by Russo’s head peeking through. “I heard you were back, Don. Came to show my respects”, Russo said, stepping into the office at Leonardo’s approval. “Russo, I trust you handled the rat in your care well? Have a seat”, Leonardo said, not looking up from his laptop. “Straight to business. I handled the situation very well. You’d be pleased with the results”, Russo answered. Leonardo turned to him. “Really?”. “Yes, Don”. “Go on”. Russo stood up and walked out of the office. “Have you been keeping an eye on him?”, Don asked. “To the farthest extent of my power, yes. But he likes to handle things alone, with no guards around”, Rob answered. “That is something”, Leonardo commented. “It is. He seems to know what he’s doing, but I can’t help but wonder about his method”, R
WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SEXUAL CONTENT AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR SOME READERS SONG RECOMMENDATIONS: UNTHINKABLE (I’M READY) BY ALICIA KEYS, AND COMING DOWN BY THE WEEKEND “What’s wrong, Arya?”, he asked with confusion etched on his face. Arya felt hot with fury. “Why the hell are you here? And what has she done?”, Arya asked. Rosa, who came into the room with her, shifted uncomfortably. It was obvious she was the tattletale and she was scared what the Don would do. Luckily for her, Arya wouldn’t let him do shit. “I know I was supposed to come to you but I am still working. As for her, she’s a spy and I’m questioning her”, Leonardo said. “Spy? Oh, Christ! Ana is my sister although not biologically. She can’t be a spy”, Arya defended the girl on her knees sobbing. “Dona, let’s calm down and talk”, Rob said. Leonardo smacked his forehead lightly. Who the fuck tells an angry woman to calm down? Rob made the situation worse. “What did you say?”, Arya aske
Arya sighed as she recalled the last months. Just like her husband predicted, the other family protested against him and he spent the last few months cutting down each family tree. Her father on the other hand who now had Maria at his side had backed off and she hope it stayed that way. She’d hate to have her husband murder him. She hated it had to result to murder but her hands were tied. It didn’t help when she realized she was having twins. She remembered the day they found out fondly but also with dread. FLASHBACK They were at the hospital and she was lying on the bed with her obstetrician. “Don, this is amazing. You’re having twins”, the doctor said. Arya’s emotions were all over the place. “Leave us alone”, Leonardo said to the doctor with a smile. The doctor exited the room. “I’m so ecstatic”, he said to Arya. She smiled awkwardly. “What’s wrong?”, he asked when he noticed her expression. “I was scared of bringing one child into the unsafe wo
Leonardo’s grip on her hand tightened as he felt the slightest movement. At first, he thought he imagined it, his exhaustion playing tricks on him. But then, Arya’s fingers twitched again, and a soft, strained breath escaped her lips. His heart pounded. “Arya?” His voice was hoarse, desperate. He leaned closer, brushing a damp strand of hair from her face. Her eyelids fluttered before barely opening, her dark eyes hazy with pain and confusion. She swallowed, her throat dry, and tried to speak, but only a weak whisper came out. “Leo…” Leonardo exhaled sharply, relief crashing into him like a wave. “Mia cara, I’m here,” he murmured, pressing a kiss to her knuckles. “You scared the hell out of me.” Arya’s lips parted slightly, as if she wanted to say more, but she winced instead. She tried to shift, but the pain hit her like a hammer, dragging a soft groan from her throat. “Shhh,” he soothed, gently pressing her back down. “Don’t move too much. The doctor said you need to res
Leonardo hadn’t moved from Arya’s side all night. Her breathing had evened out, but the pallor of her skin was a constant reminder of how close he had come to losing her. He didn’t dare close his eyes, as if staying awake could somehow anchor her to him, keep her safe.It was noon when a soft knock broke the stillness of the room. Leonardo didn’t bother answering. The door opened, and Ricardo stepped inside, his usually composed appearance in shambles. His beard was unkempt, his eyes hollowed by sleeplessness and something darker.“I got your message,” Ricardo said quietly, his voice rough. He glanced at Arya, lying motionless on the bed. “How’s she holding up?”Leonardo let out a slow breath. “Not great. Stable, but…” He shook his head. “This isn’t where she’s supposed to be.”Ricardo nodded, the lines on his face deepening. “I’m sorry, Don. This shouldn’t have happened. Let me help. Where did you last see the attackers?”“Rob and the others are already on it,” Leonardo replied, his
Leonardo sat slumped in the chair by Arya’s bed, his hand wrapped around hers as though holding on to her would tether her to life. His eyes burned from exhaustion, but he hadn’t dared to close them, not even once. The faint sound of the door creaking open drew his attention. He turned sharply, his face hard, ready to dismiss whoever it was. “Good afternoon, Don,” one of his forensic experts said, stepping into the room cautiously. He held a folder in one hand, his expression a mixture of urgency and hesitation. “The chip we retrieved from Andy’s neck contained encrypted files. My team decoded them late this morning.” Leonardo straightened, his gaze sharp. “What did you find?” The man hesitated briefly, glancing at Arya’s unconscious form before clearing his throat. “Documents and records of purchase. They include significant financial transactions and detailed logs of weapons bought under false identities. It appears to be tied directly to some operations.” Leonardo’s jaw t
As the doctor worked on Arya, Leonardo paced the length of the room, his fists clenched and his jaw tight. The sight of her pale face and the blood-streaked bandages made his stomach churn. Every shallow breath she took felt like a countdown he couldn’t stop.His phone buzzed in his pocket. He hesitated for a moment, reluctant to take his eyes off her, but he finally answered.“Talk,” he barked.“It’s Sergeant Diaz. We tracked the attackers. Sir, you need to see this,” the soldier said, his voice grim. “It’s not just about the ambush… there’s something bigger going on here.”Leonardo’s grip on the phone tightened. “Send me the details.”“It’s something you have to see in person, sir. A name came up—someone close. I don’t think you’ll believe it unless—”“Just tell me the name,” Leonardo interrupted.There was a pause, heavy with tension. “It’s…” The soldier’s voice dropped. “Adriana.”Leonardo froze. His mind raced, struggling to connect the dots. Adriana? His mother-in-law? The woman
“Instruct some men to follow them and gather any information we might need. We’ll head back to the hotel and decode the chip,” Leonardo commanded, his voice firm. Arya frowned, her fingers curling into a fist to steady herself. “Why? I thought we were going after them.” Leonardo’s sharp gaze softened, but his tone remained resolute. “We don’t have time to chase shadows, princess. We need to split up. Let them lead us to their base while we focus on the chip.” She shifted uncomfortably, the sharp sting in her side now impossible to ignore. Just as she straightened, the pain betrayed her, pulling a grimace onto her face before she could hide it. Leonardo caught it instantly. His eyes narrowed, his suspicion unmistakable. “Is something wrong?” “Just… shoulder tension,” Arya muttered, forcing a weak shrug. “Come here, princess.” His tone softened as he reached for her. “You shouldn’t have to bear this—” “Ah!” A sharp cry tore from Arya’s lips as Leonardo’s arm brushed her
With the gunfire subsiding, the world fell into an uneasy silence. Leonardo and Arya regrouped with Rob and the few soldiers who had made it through. The air smelled of burnt gunpowder and death, the metallic tang of blood clinging to their senses. The forensic expert approached Leonardo with careful steps, holding out a small bag. Inside was the chip, smeared with traces of Andy’s blood. Leonardo took it, his fingers brushing against the plastic as he studied it intently, his brow furrowed in thought. “This has to be important,” Arya said, her voice calm but sharp, cutting through the silence. She wiped at her face with a shaking hand, smearing dirt and blood across her cheek. “Andy was tortured for it. And whoever sent that ambush didn’t care about lives—they cared about this.” Leonardo slipped the chip into his pocket, his face unreadable. “If Andy died for it, then it’s worth something. We’ll find out what soon enough.” The group quickly retreated, the convoy of cars wea
Gunfire shattered the tense moment as bullets ricocheted off the metal surfaces of the dock. Leonardo immediately grabbed Arya and pulled her behind a steel container. Rob dove for cover beside them, drawing his weapon. “Where the fuck did that come from?” Rob hissed, scanning their surroundings. “Ambush,” Arya said through clenched teeth, already gripping her gun. “Stay down,” Leonardo barked, peeking around the corner. He spotted shadows moving near the crates stacked further down the dock. Whoever had come for them was prepared, and they weren’t leaving without a fight. Leonardo signaled to their men, and a firefight erupted. Arya darted out from cover, her movements fluid and precise as she shot at their attackers. Each shot was calculated, dropping one assailant after another. Leonardo felt his chest tighten as he watched her. She was fearless, but fearlessness could also get her killed. “Cover her!” he ordered. Rob laid down suppressing fire as Arya advanced, vau
As they prepared to leave, dissatisfied with the outcome, Arya noticed Andy’s body was badly battered and bruised. One of his fingers was missing, suggesting he had been tortured. But why? Why would they torture someone on their side? Unless… “They wanted something from him,” Arya muttered to herself, scanning his injuries. “Something they didn’t have.” Her eyes fell on the brutal gash on his head. It was deep and jagged, a wound inflicted with rage. Whoever killed him must have done it in an act of passion. Perhaps they hadn’t intended to kill him but, after all the torture, his body couldn’t take it anymore. Arya sighed, the weight of realization settling on her. If Andy had been killed by accident, it meant they never got what they were after. “Rob, we need to search his body,” Arya said. “There might be something they missed.” “Whoever tortured him would have searched him already,” Rob replied. “Except…” He trailed off and began removing Andy’s clothes. Leonardo a
The convoy arrived at the docks within minutes, the tension palpable in the air. The area was cloaked in eerie silence, save for the occasional raucous laughter of men huddled near a ship. Their beer bottles clinked as they exchanged crude jokes, lines of cocaine spread across the table between them. Cigarettes dangled from their lips, smoke curling into the night sky.Leonardo stepped out of the car, his eyes scanning the scene with cold precision. Rob flanked him, his hand hovering near his gun. “Should we go in now?” Rob asked, his voice low but steady.Leonardo nodded sharply, motioning for the others to fan out. From the car behind him, Arya emerged, her silhouette a lethal combination of grace and danger. Guns hung from her shoulders, nestled in her belt holsters, and rested in both hands. Her gaze met Leonardo’s for a fleeting second, and despite the danger ahead, the sight of her sent a surge of desire through him. She was magnetic, untouchable, and utterly lethal.Focus. Ther