All Chapters of Claimed by the ruthless Mafia Lord: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Kelly’s POVThe air in the control room was suffocating, weighed down by tension and dread. I sat still, staring at the monitors while my mind raced with guilt and regret. I had unknowingly walked right into Dain’s trap, and now people were dead because of it. Lives lost because I trusted the wrong person. I didn't show it in front of Alex, but I felt like a total fool.Alex stood nearby, his posture rigid, giving orders with the sharpness of a blade. His voice carried authority, but I could sense the undercurrent of frustration beneath it all. He wasn’t just angry about the ambush; he was furious that he couldn’t protect his men.But my guilt was mine alone to bear.I gripped my phone tightly and opened my messaging app. Dain’s number was still there, taunting me with its presence. Without hesitation, I began typing, my fingers flying over the screen as anger bubbled up inside me.Me:How dare you, Dain? Innocent people are DEAD because of you! Was that your plan all along? To drag m

Kelly’s POVThe morning air felt heavy, almost oppressive, as I walked through the halls of the mansion. Alex had been unusually quiet these past few days, and I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was weighing heavily on his mind. His stoic demeanor hid it well from everyone else, but I could see through the cracks in his armor.It wasn’t just the recent ambush or the looming threat of the Black Bullet Clan; it was something deeper, more personal. I wanted to help him, to ease some of that burden, but I wasn’t sure how.I caught sight of Daniela in the library, her long black hair tied back as she flipped through a thick leather-bound book. If anyone would know how to get through to Alex, it was her. Daniela had been by his side for years, and though she rarely spoke of it, I knew she had insights into the man behind the steely exterior."Daniela," I called, walking over to her.She looked up, her sharp brown eyes softening slightly when she saw me. "Kelly. What brings you here

Kelly’s POVThe morning after the dinner, I woke up feeling a mix of contentment and uncertainty.Last night was beautiful, a rare moment of calm in the storm that surrounded Alex's life. But now, in the light of day, reality crept back in. I couldn’t just sit around in the mansion indefinitely, no matter how safe or cared for I felt. I needed something to do, something that gave me purpose until I figured out my next steps.That was how I found myself standing in Alex’s study, nervously twisting my fingers as he and Daniela stared at me.Things were getting back to normal, and Daniela has been going to the office.“You want to do what?” Alex asked, his brows furrowing as he leaned back in his chair.“I want to work for the company,” I repeated, trying to sound more confident than I felt. “As an intern or even just a front desk girl. Something to keep me busy until school starts; don't think about paying me yet until you feel I'm doing well.Daniela snorted, folding her arms. “Kelly,

Kelly’s POVThe morning started with a sharp twist in my abdomen, waking me before the alarm could. I groaned, curling into myself as the pain rolled over me like a storm. I checked my calendar app on my phone, and yup, it's that time of the month: “I hate how I feel. I squeezed a little harder. As if on cue, there was a soft knock at the door.“Miss Kelly?” Who was that this early? I thought, not realizing the irritation that comes with my monthly period.I recognized the voice. It was Mara, one of the maids, her voice tinged with concern. “Are you awake?”I sat up gingerly, wincing at the movement. “Yes, Mara. Come in.”“Your dress is ready, ma'am,” she said, placing the dress on my chair. I had asked her to help me press the dress. ”I know you don't like to go to work late; that's why I got it done on time”.She explained as she arranged my stuff cautiously, her usual warm smile quickly replaced by a frown when she saw my pale face. “You don’t look well,” she said, setting a tray o

Kelly’s POVDaniela strolled into Alex’s office, tablet in hand, her trademark efficiency radiating from her every movement. She glanced at him as he scrolled through emails, his posture relaxed yet commanding in his pristine office chair."Good morning, Alex," Daniela began, her voice crisp. "I’ve compiled your schedule for the month. It’s packed, but manageable if you stay on track."Alex looked up, his eyebrows raised. "Let’s hear it."Daniela swiped on her tablet, listing his appointments. "You’ve got the quarterly board meeting next week, a series of client calls in the second week, and..." She paused for effect, glancing up with a sly smile. "the Annual Business Leaders’ Gala on the 28th."Alex leaned back in his chair, his expression unreadable."Let me guess," he said, his voice tinged with amusement. "You’re suggesting I bring a plus one this time?"Daniela tilted her head. "You’ve always had me as your plus one for these events, Alex, but this year, well…" She trailed off, a