They locked eyes, the weight of Allison's words hanging heavy in the air. Her sobs echoed through the room, and Romario's expression twisted into a cruel grin. "I can't," he muttered, his voice laced with malice, as he helped her up. "You'll always be a slave, Allison. Even if you take your own life, you'll just be another slave who died. Your branding is permanent, and so is your status." He emphasized the harsh reality, his words piercing her soul like a dagger.Allison shuddered in despair as Romario carried her to the bathroom, filling the tub with warm water. He gently placed her inside, and an uncomfortable silence fell between them. Romario washed her with a surprising gentleness, and Allison didn't cry or protest, numbness consuming her. He quickly dressed her in his oversized T-shirt and pants, which swallowed her tiny frame, making her look like a lost kitten. Romario chuckled, a rare softness creeping into his eyes.As he laid her on the bed, his voice took on a surprisingl
The tension was palpable, so thick it could be cut with a knife. Jose took hesitant steps forward, his gaze locked intensely on Terrone's eyes. "You... you... I..." Jose stammered in a soft, barely audible tone.Venita shot Jose a smug look, linking her hand with Terrone's as she leaned on his shoulder. "Oh, Josey, don't act so shocked. We were always meant to be," she said, her voice dripping with mockery.Romario shook his head in disbelief, his eyes fixed on his father in disgust. "She tried to kill us, and you're smooching her right in front of us!" he growled, his voice menacing."Don't speak to your father like that, Mario," Venita chided, attempting to approach Romario. "I know I made mistakes, but we're going to be a complete family now."Romario's response was swift and brutal. He pushed Venita to the ground, his voice low and menacing. "Get your filthy hands off me, you whore! You're a disgrace to motherhood. And let this be a warning: if you ever try to touch me again, I'll
It's been weeks since the fight between Master Terrone and Master Jose, and the tension has been palpable. Mistress Venita, his wife, has been a constant thorn in my side, and I've been feeling the strain. As I mopped the kitchen floor, Emily approached me, her voice soft and cautious. "Hey Allison, the mistress wants to see you." I raised an eyebrow, my mind racing with possibilities. Emily shook her head, "Not my orders, but hers." She chuckled at my pouting face, and I couldn't help but laugh too. This was the fifth time that morning she'd summoned me, and it was always for some trivial task. I couldn't help but feel a growing resentment towards her.I wiped my hands on my apron and made my way to the sitting room, where Mistress Venita sat cross-legged, sipping her wine. Her son Leonardo looked eerily like her, with the same cold, calculating gaze. I bowed my head, feeling a shiver run down my spine as she fixed me with a dangerous glare. The Ndrangheta family was known for their
Their tongues followed the same pace as they continued kissing so deeply and intensely, Allison couldn't help but moan out in pleasure, she could feel Romario's hands roaming around her exposed neck. “Master, I.. can't” Allison whined as she pushed Romario off her body, so as to breathe a little. Romario wanted to get angry but when he saw the flushed expression on his slave. Allison blushed heavily as she pushed her face out of her face, “I beg to take my leave now” she said as she bowed, turning to leave.Romario grasped her waist and pulled her back, his husky voice warning, "I don't want to see that guard around you again, Allison." She felt a shiver run down her spine as she replied, "Yes, master," and quickly retreated. Romario chuckled, sitting on his bed, his fingers tracing his lips as he blushed, remembering the recent kiss. He shook his head, dismissing the thought; this was unusual behavior. Was he starting to like his slave? The idea made him uneasy.Leonardo entered the
Romario's POVMy eyes widened in confusion as Namiro's statement hung in the air. "She wants to leave with me?" I thought to myself, trying to process the sudden urgency. We were engaged, I knew that much, but what was driving this sudden rush? Namiro seemed to ignore my confusion, brushing past me as she headed upstairs, leaving me feeling bewildered and concerned. Leonardo, her loyal companion, was whispering something in her ear, no doubt fueling the fire. I shot a glance at my mom, who was sipping her coffee with a knowing smirk on her face. "That Jose's daughter sure knows how to safeguard her man," she taunted, but a stern glare from me silenced her immediately.My pet, sensing my unease, bowed and scurried off to attend to her duties. I followed Namiro upstairs, my mind racing with questions. What was going on? Why the sudden change of heart? As I approached the room next to mine, I could hear hushed whispers between Namiro and Leonardo. It seemed that's where she intended to m
Allison POVI tried to protest, but my words were drowned out by the masters and servants dragging me away. I struggled and kicked, but they were too strong. They threw me into a dark, damp cell, the iron door clanging shut behind me. I heard the sound of keys locking me in, and I was left alone in the darkness.As I caught my breath, I tried to make sense of what had happened. Why had Master Leonardo accused me of trying to kill Namiro? And why had Namiro thrown herself down the stairs? It didn't make any sense. I was just a slave, trying to survive in this cruel household. I shed so much tears as I lay on the cold floor thinking of my miserable life, I just wished for someone to help me.Romario's POVI was in my office, working on Tristian's release with an attorney I could bribe to go against the government. Desperate times called for desperate measures, after all. The attorney said he could only get Tristian out on parole, so Tristian needed to lay low.Just then, Venita burst i
Everybody stared at Leonardo in sympathy; Terrone Ndrangheta wasn't the kind of man to be joked with. Terrone could only glare at his son, pushing his hands away before walking out, to everyone's surprise. "That's certainly surprising," Venita grumbled, strolling back into her room; the entertainment was over.Leonardo helped Namiro up, her leg injured from the fall. Namiro hung her head in shame as she passed Romario, who didn't utter a word; he'd need to talk to her later. Romario picked up Allison, who was shivering on the ground, and whispered encouraging words as she cried profusely. He took her to the slave quarters, where several servants stared at him in shock, but he ignored them and walked towards Emily, who was standing on the sidewalk. "Take me to her room now," Romario demanded, and Emily nodded, leading the way. When they arrived, Romario gently placed Allison on the bed. He turned to Emily immediately, "Get her some food and let her rest," Romario ordered, before leavin
Allison POV It's been weeks since I was released from the dungeon, and I'm still in shock. Master Terrone's sudden mercy has me on edge - something feels off. Mistress Namiro has been avoiding me, but her piercing stares still make me uneasy. I don't know what her problem is, but that woman is unpredictable."Stop daydreaming and clean!" Master Leonardo barks, storming upstairs. His taunts are nothing new, but I've grown used to them. I continue cleaning the dining table, ignoring Venita's venomous glares. She can't touch me, thanks to Master Romario's protection, and that gives me a sense of security."Allison, get here now!" the head maid yells, her annoyance palpable. I sigh and hurry over, her malice-filled gaze following me. I understand her resentment - Master Romario gave me a week off, and the other servants are jealous. "I need you to help Carlos and the guards move the fittings," she says, her tone dripping with disdain. My eyes widen in confusion - I'm no guard, and I know