Share
Chapter 41: Unripe Timing
Related chapters
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 42: Her Past [ Part 1 ]
Sherly couldn't help but froze from what her father told her. Tears welled up in Sherly's eyes as she looked around at her family, her heart overflowing with gratitude for their unwavering support. They do not understand the real meaning behind that information, but they are willing to understand her. They are willing to wait for her to open up and tell them everything about her. Despite the darkness that threatened to consume her, she knew that she was not alone, and that gave her the strength to face whatever challenges lay ahead. And as she sat in her father's office, surrounded by the love and acceptance of her family, she felt a glimmer of hope begin to flicker within her, a beacon of light in the midst of the storm.That's why she decided not to hide it anymore.It was an unexpected reveal, indeed. However, even so, she decided to tell them about it now. It wasn't the time yet, but when it comes to this, Thus, the truth that Sherly had been keeping to herself had been laid bare
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 43: Her Past [ Part 2 ]
Sherly did not stop there, and seeing that their reaction was different from what she imagined, she decided to tell them everything. Even though remembering it hurts her, she still wanted them to know about her suffering. After all, they were the only people, besides her best friend, who could understand her."It was a moment that changed my life forever," Sherly continued, her tone tinged with a mix of sorrow. "But it was only the beginning of the hardships I would face in the years to come."As she spoke, Sherly felt a sense of liberation wash over her, as if the burden she had been carrying since she was a child had been lifted and there were three other men carrying it with her. She knew that her family deserved to know the truth, no matter how painful it may be.Sherly smiled, but her father and brothers felt a pang of pain in their hearts. The smile may look calm, but it holds a lot of meaning to them. "And though the scars may fade with time," Sherly said, her gaze steady as
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 44: Her Past [ Part 3 ]
The unexpected praise from her father elicited a chuckle from Sherly, her indifference momentarily dissipating as a faint smile tugged at the corners of her lips. For a brief moment, she allowed herself to revel in the rare display of familial warmth—a fleeting respite from the weight of her past.As the tension eased and laughter filled the room, Sherly felt a glimmer of hope flicker within her. This is the first time that she finally did not feel so hurt when she remembered those ugly memories. Despite the trials she had faced, she knew that she was not alone. With her family by her side, she found the strength to confront her demons and embrace the resilience that had carried her through the darkest of times.Sherly's recounting of her past continued, each revelation shedding light on the harrowing trials she had endured at such a tender age."Well, it was because I was getting tutored by my teacher from the underworld," she said, making her father shut his mouth. She chuckled and
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 45: Family Date After Talk
Hideous Montenegro, the patriarch of the family, sat with a heavy heart, his usual stoic demeanor softened by the realization of the pain his daughter had endured. As the only girl in the family, she should have the best in the world; she should have been loved by everyone. However, he couldn't believe that she suffered so much. No, he refused that she suffered it all. Even so, she already did. Thus, the only thing left is for him to clean it all up. That's right, he needed to clean up those who make his daughter feel shit like this. The daughter that he had not even seen since she was born—the daughter that he had been looking forward to holding in his hand—suffered like this. That man, that woman—he'll make them pay the price. Even his own wife, he'll make her suffer. He reached out and placed a hand on Sherly's shoulder, his touch conveying a depth of paternal love that words could not express. "Sherly," he began, his voice carrying the weight of his paternal concern: no matter
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 46: Article
In the lavish surroundings of the villa, Lilia lounged at the mahjong table, her attention focused on the clack of tiles and the strategic moves of the game. She had been playing since last night, and she only slept for a few hours before playing again. Since she was too focused, she was not aware of the brewing storm outside her mansion's walls. She reveled in the simple pleasures of her leisurely afternoon.No matter what, her mahjong is what is important to her, aside from a man in her bed.Unbeknownst to her, however, a scandalous article was circulating in the media, capturing a moment that she would soon come to regret. The headline screamed in bold letters: "Hidden Montenegro Daughter: The Montenegro Family Eating in a Fancy Restaurant without Madam."Of course, Lilia didn't know. After all, when she's in the middle of her game, she has no intention of looking at her phone.As Lilia indulged in her game, her family's private dinner outing had been captured by the paparazzi, cas
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 47: Feeling Conflicted
As George sat across from Liam, the request for a surrogate mother caught him off guard. Nevertheless, he maintained his composure and considered his friend's request carefully.He stared at his face, full of disbelief. "Liam, I wasn't expecting this topic to come up, but I may know someone who could help," George said, his tone steady despite his surprise. "I'll speak to Sherly and see if she knows of anyone suitable."At the mention of Sherly's name, Liam's interest was piqued, and he raised an eyebrow. "Sherly, huh?" He smirked. "She sounds familiar. But be careful, George. Sometimes these women are all the same."George looked at his friend, and he knew what he was talking about. However, George couldn't help but defend Sherly immediately. He shook his head as he said, "No, Liam, Sherly is different. She's not like anyone else I've ever met. She's powerful, incredibly wealthy, and stunningly beautiful, yes," nodding his head. "But there's more to her than meets the eye. I can't sh
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 48: Invitation For Mafia Ball
After the heartfelt conversation with her brothers and father, Sherly felt a weight lift off her shoulders. She wasn't this relaxed before. Even though she had been under the protection of her best friend, Solace, and her family, she couldn't help but feel restless. However, after her talks with her family, she absolutely felt so relaxed. She had finally opened up to them about her painful past, and to her relief, they had listened with understanding and compassion. As she sat in her room, the evening sun casting a warm glow through the window, Sherly reached for her phone and dialed her best friend's number."Hey, Sol," Sherly said, her voice tinged with a sense of lightness.She couldn't help but smile. As if taking the atmosphere with her, Solace raised her eyebrow. "Hey, Sherly! How did it go with your family?" Solace replied, her voice filled with anticipation."It went better than I expected," Sherly said, a smile spreading across her face. "I told them everything about my past
Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 49: Alias and Mask
Sherly stood inside her office. She smiled after the call from her father. However, it had just been a minute before they hung up when her father called again. She was a little worried and thought that her father might have changed his mind, but it was all in vain. Her worries aren't needed at all."Sherly, I... we can call you, right?" Her father's voice was full of worry. Well, who is the kind of parent who does not worry for their child? After all, she has been away since birth, so it was given to her father to worry about her."Dad, I need to be honest with you," she began, her tone serious as she prepared to deliver the news. Her father's face came from worries about being cold. Sherly shivered, as she could imagine her father's expression right now. She bit her lower lip before she continued, "I won't be able to talk to you for the next few days. It's... it's not safe for me to be in contact."Even though her father couldn't see her, even though she couldn't see her father's gl
Latest chapter
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 70: The Evidence [ End of Book 1 ]
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 69: Article About Keisley
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 68: Divorce
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 67: Hideous Anger
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 66: Marie Arnold's Confession
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 65: Who Wanted to Kill Marie
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 64: Kill
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 63: Encounter With The Surrogate Mother
- Claiming Mr. Mafia [ Book 1 ] Chapter 62: Not Your Fault
