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77. "Tangled Sheets and Unspoken Words"
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My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 78
Andrew narrating.I had gone to handle some matters for a hotel franchise. Of course, I disguised myself as a business CEO, but behind the scenes, I operated in the underworld of the mafia. Irritation consumed me in a way I couldn't even explain.While drugs and smuggling brought in a lot of money for the organization, the wealth of the De Luca family was primarily distributed in casinos and hotels. We didn't solely rely on dirty dealings. However, I was angry about how things were between me and Emma. She didn't understand that my word was final—I was the Don, and she had to obey me. The rule was always clear, and usually, if someone resisted, I would teach them to obey forcibly. But there was something about that damn woman that I couldn't explain.To make matters worse, she was expecting my child. Clearly, this was the problem with letting your guard down. When you showed emotions, people thought they could control you. That's why I couldn't be like that with Emma anymore—she was m
My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 79"Threat."
Emma.I feel a chill as if being watched while I'm in the car heading to the clinic, furrowing my brow. After being kidnapped, I'm somewhat paranoid, or do I have a reason?All of this is dangerous. I'm aware that I'm pregnant, carrying the heir of a wanted mafia boss; Andrew's head seems to have a high price. So, indeed, I am at risk. Perhaps that's why I'm so thoughtful and fearful."Ma'am," the driver and security guard pull me from my thoughts."Hi?" I murmur."We've arrived at the clinic; I'll accompany you," he says."No need," I reply."It's Mr. De Luca's orders," he says seriously."Okay," I nod, rolling my eyes.De Luca wanted to monitor every step I took after I fled, and it was irritating. Every detail of what I did was being scrutinized by the security.It was suffocating.I entered the clinic. The doctor who was supposed to attend to me couldn't see me today due to personal issues, so a substitute would conduct the examination."Emma DeLuca," I tell the receptionist.It's
My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 80 "Between Shadows and Truths"
Pov EmmaI faced that damn journalist with disdain, taking a deep breath, trying to focus and not lose my composure. I knew that if I lost my temper, I could put myself and the baby in danger.“You're mistaken if you think I'll give in to your cheap blackmail,” I retorted.Lexye, the bitch, smirked sarcastically. I felt anger; how did she find out about my pregnancy? What else did she know?“Oh, dear, don't you understand?” She raised her eyebrows. “This isn't a simple choice, Emma. It's an order. Either you obey and disappear from his life, or I make sure to spread the news of your pregnancy throughout New York.”I felt the rage boiling within me; it was as if she was doing this personally. And she was. She wanted Andrew, and as far as I was concerned, they could be together. But she better not mess with me and my baby.“Who do you think you are? You don't know me,” I replied firmly.The journalist laughed. Her laughter irritated me.“You may be brave, but Andrew De Luca won't protec
My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 81."In the Shadow of the Casino"
AndrewFlashback On.I walked through the casino, sinking into drink and gambling, trying, for a moment, to escape the web of intrigues my life had become.Unknown faces blurred together, and the surrounding conversations were just an indistinct blur. I needed to lose myself in all of this, even if just for a moment.I didn't want to think about anything in that second.Among the games and fake laughter, my eyes met hers. She was a mysterious woman, dressed in traditional casino attire, whose challenging gaze triggered an irresistible attraction.She approached, her scanty attire clearly indicating her intentions, and in the heat of the moment, I kissed her. Her insatiable mouth met mine as if she wanted to undress me with her gaze. She pulled me to a more secluded corner, and then we walked through the corridors until she led me to a place in the casino that seemed to be a room or something of the sort.Her features were striking; the black hair emphasized sensuality, and her makeup
My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 82"Escape and Revelation"
EmmaFor the first time, Andrew slept beside me, no sex, no ulterior motives, just holding and caressing me. I remember falling asleep instantly, waking up with a hidden smile I wasn't letting show on my face.Despite everything going on, there was still hope that maybe we could make it work. My temper was strong, and his even stronger, we were like fire and gasoline, often not a good mix.I was going to tell Andrew about Lexie's threat; I couldn't handle it alone at the moment, and he might handle it better for me.I quickly took a shower and put on looser clothes; my belly barely showed, but my pregnant body was developing, and some types of clothing made me very uncomfortable.As I step through the bedroom door, a silly smile creeps onto my lips, so I slowly descend the stairs, waking up with a pain in my back. As I reach the tenth step, I hear something I truly didn't expect.Various scenarios flash through my mind, all involving things I didn't want to imagine. I hear Andrew De L
My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 83 "Unveiling the Conspiracy"
Andrew De LucaSeeing her leaving the house in such a wounded state, running as if she'd been severely hurt, made me realize one thing: I was a fool.“Go after her now,” I ordered one of the employees standing beside me.“What a mess, Don,” Lorenzo remarked, watching me closely.Emma didn't deserve this behavior from me. It might have been who I was, but I knew I felt something for her. I didn't want to lose the only woman who managed to stir any kind of emotion in me.As the security went to bring Emma back, Lorenzo noticed that the unbearable journalists had left after the gunfire I'd ordered.“Sir,” the maid approached, and I glanced at her. “Miss Ize and Mr. Gian will arrive today; their plane is due to land in a few hours. She requested that you pick them up from the airport.”My mind was so muddled; I'd forgotten that Ize and Gian were returning today. I'd arranged for them to go to Italy, where they'd be safe for a while until things settled down. But now, I needed my sister cl
My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 84."Veiled Threats"
POV EmmaAs that car drove without my knowledge of the destination, my thoughts merged. I pondered Andrew's kiss with another woman, wondered where his lunatic uncle was taking me, and what his intentions might be.My heart raced, and I struggled to maintain steady breathing, inhaling and exhaling, trying not to panic. I knew stressing out was a risk to the baby—I couldn't lose this child. It was all I had.“Where are you taking me? Please, tell me,” I pleaded with the driver, but to no avail.“I'm just doing my job, ma'am,” he replied.“Is your job kidnapping people? What a career choice. Your mother must be proud!” I spat out the words in frustration.My belly started to ache, a sharp pain I couldn't explain. I just hoped it wasn't anything with my child.The car slowed to a stop. I looked around, trying to memorize the place, but I was unfamiliar with it. I prayed to God to get me out of this. I was sure that amidst all the bad happening in my life, He hadn't abandoned me.The driv
My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. 85.Could they be clues?
Pov Andrew The lack of news was killing me every moment; I had to deal with Emma's disappearance and the likely betrayal by my own uncle. I paced back and forth in the office, searching for answers to everything that was happening.“Don, we'll figure this out. We'll get the money back and find Emma,” Lorenzo suggested, attempting to calm me down.“I don't give a shit about fucking money, Lorenzo. That's the least of my concerns. My worry is having a backstabbing uncle and my pregnant wife in his hands.”My wife… It was the first time I spoke it aloud, sincerely. My hands were icy, and surprisingly, neither whiskey nor cigars could calm me down.My face twisted with rage.“We need to make sure my uncle actually kidnapped Emma and what he intends to do with her. If it's true, I'll kill him with my own hands, I swear, Lorenzo,” I kept my eyes on the security cameras.“I don't understand the motives, Don. Antonio is wealthy, even more than he should be.”“Ambition!” I clenched my fists.
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