For a moment, Even couldn't look away from her. Her demand showed him her character. She was a woman who valued her son’s comfort more than her life. Evan was somewhere impressed by her smartness and courage and couldn't wait to see how deep this boldness goes within her. It gave him a thrilling and intriguing kick, at least Helena was nothing like the woman who did the opposite in his past. “A contract marriage,” He said looking straight into her eyes. “But why six months?” He asked even though He guessed it. “I believe the elections are coming after five months, Mr Hemsworth. And I believe you could help me get my revenge on Rossi during these months. So a six-month contract would be fine for us.” Helena shrugged her shoulders, saying a matter of fact. Evan twisted his lips and scratched his trimmed beard in thought. Wasn't she too smart for his likeness? But Helena didn't know whom she was conversing her ideas with. His thought process would start where her ideas would end.
Helena chose to ignore the call from Elijah Rossi. She had no wish to hear his ugly voice. However, this call reminded her that she had no time to waste anymore. She needed to be with Evan immediately. But her cell buzzed again. This time with a message from Elijah Rossi. Suppressing her tension, Helena tapped on the notification icon and her face contorted into fury, seeing the content of the message. Tick. Tick. Tick. Your time is almost over, Helly baby. Come to me with my son or… He left the message hanging but it was clear that he was threatening her. Helena’s eyes flashed angrily recalling her brutal car accident and she clutched her phone in her hand tightly. “I will come to you, Elijah but not to hand over my son. I will come to take your life!” She gritted out staring at her phone. It was time they all paid the prices of her losses. Long gone was the naive Helena. “Mom?” Liam’s voice pulled her out of vengeful thoughts and she composed herself before smiling at
Evan poured himself another drink while focussing his mind to his goal. He had to win this election at any cost or everything He planned would be burnt to the ground like it did years ago. Giovanni Rossi’s political power was the only thing that kept saving him every time Evan tried to harm him. Money and outlawing means are always a step behind when it comes to legitimate backing. Evan decided to snatch Giovanni’s only strength, his political designation. Of course, him being the lawmaker, was going to be beneficial for his business and mafia both. It was a win-win on both hands. But that win was not in his hands, it was in the hands of people. He had to win their so-called hearts somehow to gain that political power but not Like Rossi did. He had different ways to rule in the hearts of people with respect and fear. “Mr Antonio has been calling from the last hour.” Richard’s voice broke the intense chain of thoughts Evan was building. He raised his eyes at his right hand man.
“Liam, who are these men?” Nia, Liam’s friend asked when she saw two huge men walking behind Liam. Soon, all his friends came to him and asked the same question.“They are my bodyguards,” Liam answered rather proudly, eyeing the two suited men standing behind him. Liam didn't understand why he needed bodyguards. But his mother informed him that it's because of her new job. Now that she was working with Evan, they needed security as Evan was a very rich man. But Liam didn't want anyone watching him around school. His biggest concern was what if they tell his mother something that happened at school? So once his mother left, dropping him off at school, he gave them his own instructions. “You won't tell anything that happens at school to my Mom or I won't let you guard me.” His dark brown hair and blue eyes held authority as he ordered the guards. They both shared a look before Dolga, the senior among them agreed to Liam's demand. Their job was to give hourly details about Liam to thei
The place was gleaming under the golden glow of chandeliers and lights as the hall was packed with all city elites. The charity auction was yet to start however the party was in full swing. People were interacting with each other and at the center of the room were standing her enemies. The Rossis!But they were not alone. Helena tightened her hold on his arm as her face clenched tightly seeing people who didn't leave an inch to ruin her life. she was not expecting them there. Her stepsister and stepmother along with her father. Evan felt her stiffened suddenly, with a frown He followed her line of vision and found Helena’s family along with Rossis. “Showing off your emotions is the biggest error one could make, Helena. Do not let anyone plague your thoughts, Be the puzzle no one could solve. It will defeat them mentally.”Helene glanced at him and his charming smile put her at ease even though it was not a sincere one but His words motivated Helena to calm her features. Evan gave he
“Ah! It’s my dear sister Helena,” Victoria chimed with a fake smile, however, her eyes reflected her true emotions. Anger and enviousness dripped out of Victoria Gelati’s features seeing Helena’s glowing face and body wrapped in a lavish gorgeous attire. “Where have you been for the past seven years? I heard that you gave birth to a bastard son.”Helena straightened her posture, her eyes flashed and wrath filled her gaze. She wanted to rip Victoria’s tongue out of her mouth but Evan’s words about losing control buzzed in her ears and she gave her a stretched smile. “Miss Gelati…”“Nah,” Victoria raised her finger at her. “Mrs Rossi. While you were giving birth to Elijah’s bastard, I married him, Dear sister,” She announced proudly with a mocking gleam. Helena’s nose flared in fury, she clenched her hands tightly in a fist. “Mrs Rossi, I suggest you watch your words because if you call my son a bastard one more time, I will rip your tongue out of your ugly mouth and hand it over to
“The diamonds in this necklace are one of a kind, the design is inspired by a wild rose,” The auctioneer informed about the exclusive diamond necklace engraved with small diamonds shaped in petals around a thick chain, “The bid for this will start from 25 million euros.”“Elijah, I want this necklace,” Victoria insisted to her husband, clinging to his arm while her eyes were on Helena whose gaze momentarily shifted to her. Elijah smirked, staring right at Helena as he raised Victoria’s hand and kissed it. “It's yours.” The husband and wife were trying to make Helena jealous. Victoria spoke loud enough for her ears to hear as their tables were not far from each other. Helena turned her cold gaze ahead silently and fisted her hands tightly under the table as she turned to Evan. “How much is this necklace really worth?” Evan, who really wasn't paying attention to this stupid auction, looked up from his phone hearing her low voice. He glanced at the diamond necklace carefully on the scr
Evan spun her around before pulling her back into his arms. Helena landed in his arms smoothly as He held her waist tightly. Her eyes wide with the sudden move but Evan gave her a twisted smirk. He neared her ear and whispered sensually, “Welcome to my dark Kingdom, Mia Cagna. I knew you would be a perfect match for my darkness. My corrupted queen.” Then He placed a soft kiss on her temple, lingering on her skin for two seconds before leaning back his face, sealing the sub deal of their private promising words. Goosebumps rose in Helena’s body hearing his dark words but his lips created havoc inside her. She gulped her saliva and smiled at him when she felt eyes on them. People’s eyes! Helena knew what He was referring to. Corrupted Queen! Helena was stunned by the title. Yes, she was no longer a naive forgiving girl, she was corrupted by the thirst for revenge. Evan smirked seeing her grim expression. “Calm yourself, Mia Cagna.The road to becoming a fierce lioness is longer