All Chapters of Claimed By My Mafia Stepson : Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

Genevieve was jolted out of her thoughts by another pat on the back by Roberto. Why the hell did the man like patting her back so much? She wasn’t able to dwell on the thought much as he rose to his feet and said, ‘’You should go to your room. It was cleaned thoroughly yesterday, and I think you will find everything you need in there. One of the maids will bring breakfast.’’Genevieve nodded but remained seated, not wanting to walk out of the room with everyone’s attention on her. She continued to watch as he turned to Adrian and Alejandro, saying, ‘’Let’s go discuss more in the study. There’s a lot to prepare.’’ It was at that moment that Adrian finally pulled his gaze from her to look at his father, ‘’And a lot to talk about,'’ he added.The three men walked out, leaving the women alone. As soon as the sound of the men's footsteps had completely disappeared, Reyna rose from her seat and walked across the room to Genevieve’s, patting the girl’s back just like her brother had done

The men headed down the hallway to the study, with Adrian and Roberto in front while Alajandro trailed after them. No one spoke a word until they got to their destination and closed the door behind themselves.‘‘What was that about in there?’’ Roberto asked as he went to sit on one of the leather couches.‘‘What was what about?’’ Adrian murmured absentmindedly while going to sit on the chair directly opposite his father’s. ‘‘Have any idea, Alejandro?’’‘‘Not at all, Boss,’’ Alejandro replied. He stood behind the chair Adrian was sitting on, his posture imposing and intimidating. If the one they were facing wasn’t of higher rank than they were, he’d probably be pissing in his pants at the intimidating picture the both of them portrayed.‘‘You know what I’m talking about,’’ Roberto stated, his tone laced with displeasure. "And you think I wish to waste my time over it?"Roberto sighed in exasperation. "Saying you don't want to guard my wife to be, and then when she tries to choose ano

Genevieve glanced around Annika’s room, instantly noting the stark contrast to her own. While hers was a blend of cream and white, this space was awash in shades of pink, with delicate decor and soft aesthetics that gave it the feel of a princess’s chamber.It somehow reminded her of how her own room used to look like back at her parents’ mansion.‘’Big enough?’’The question made her turn to Annika, who was standing by her closet door, a wide smile on her face. She had been invited here to come check out clothes to borrow after their tight embrace earlier that had ended with Annika scrunching her nose and saying, ‘You smell... damp.’Since Aurora was not around and her room was locked, there was no one else she could borrow clothes from except Annika, who didn’t share the same size as her. However, she had no choice but to make do with it.‘’Your room is beautiful. And yes, it's very big,’’ she commented, her words causing a sparkle in Annika’s eyes.‘’Really?’’ the latter gushed in

"Sick?" Adrian echoed, his tone carrying a distinct note of disbelief, almost as if the word was unfamiliar to him.Genevieve wasn’t surprised. From what she had seen, and was still seeing, of him, he looked strong, like someone who had never experienced sickness or weakness. Or maybe he had, once upon a time, but had undergone extreme training to overcome it.Either way, all she knew was that she had to make him believe she was truly sick and needed a doctor. It was the only way she could meet Aunt Anna and inform her about the recent developments; the masquerade ball where she might come face to face with the one behind her family’s massacre, and her international wedding.Today was Tuesday. She knew Aunt Anna usually took some children from the orphanage to visit Maestro Hospital, the largest hospital in their district. The plan was if she could successfully convince Adrian to take her there under the pretense of seeking medical attention, it would be easy to slip away and either s

‘’I should be asking the same,’’ Adrian sneered, and the fear instantly appeared back in her eyes. ‘’You ignored my call.’’“Oh, sorry, I… I didn’t hear you.”“Exactly. What were you doing that had your attention so locked in?”“Nothing,” Genevieve blurted out. “Just the book.”Adrian cast a quick glance at the cover, but her hands were conveniently covering most of the title.“You interested in the military?” he asked.“Hmm… no. It’s just…” She fumbled for a lie and when she failed, quickly changed the topic. “Why were you calling me?”For a second, Adrian’s gaze narrowed, showing he had caught the deflection. But he let it slide and answered, “Your face is red. Is the fever getting worse?”Red?Genevieve pressed her palm to her cheek, feeling the warmth. With no other excuse to offer, she nodded. “I think so.”“We should get to the hospital ASAP, then,” Adrian said, and she nodded in agreement. Lowering his gaze to the book in her hands, he added, “Go back to reading. We should be t