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UNHOLY DESIRE Keep your wife safe
MATTEO"You brought her," I turned to stare at Jackson. He strode towards me and wrapped his arms around me."Is there a problem with that?" I asked."I just feel with what is going on, it might have been best if she stayed home," Jackson said."Perhaps," I murmured. Even though he was somewhat right, I didn't see a reason Deirdre should stay at home when she could be with me, and I would protect her."I learned of some activities here," I said, glancing around. Although I could not ascertain if I was being watched or not, I felt like it. "The locals told me there were at least ten killings in the past few days, and all weren't from this region. I remember one of the locals telling me they had weird tattoos and hard currency on them after the police came for investigation.""I received a report as well; hence, I am here," Jackson said, handing me a sheet of paper he had torn open from the brown envelope."Who brought this?" I asked."From the boss, it was addressed to you," Jackson sa
UNHOLY DESIRE Step back
MATTEO POV"Advantage?" I scoffed, downing my third drink for the night. Deirdre had made it seem like I had assaulted her.She had made me look like a fucking pervert. While I'd admit she was in shock, she was of legal age, and I wasn't much older than her. We first met when I was twenty-seven and she was eighteen. While a nine-year gap wasn't common, it did happen in relationships.Moreover, Deirdre had approached me herself. She had seduced me. I resisted as much as I could until I couldn't anymore, yet she was painting me as the villain. I felt somewhat disgusted with myself. I didn't understand why, but the way she had expressed it with so much hatred as if I had taken her against her will, was deeply unsettling.Maybe she didn't mean what she had said, but it was Deirdre, and I saw the hatred in her eyes."She's attractive," I heard whispers swirling around me."Damn, I'd have those legs around me, even if just for tonight," another voice chimed in.I didn't want to look, but ju
UNHOLY DESIRE Consider it a gift
DEIDREI fastened the top button of Matteo's dress shirt and rolled up the sleeves before heading toward the only window in the spacious cabin. The view of the sea was mesmerizing.I wasn't really a fan of the sea. I suppose not knowing how to swim was the main reason, but still, it had always held a fascination for me. I'd always wanted to get a close-up view like this.As I opened the window, letting my head out, a cool breeze tousled my hair, and I heaved out a breath. I straightened up when I heard the door creak open.My brows furrowed as Matteo entered the room. It had been a while since he left, and I hadn't expected him back until evening. He seemed to be in a bad mood, and I wondered who had upset him.I turned away, focusing on the beautiful blue sea, taking a deep breath. I could feel Matteo behind me."Mia Moglie," he whispered, leaning in. His body pressed against my back, his shirt riding up as he held onto my waist."What is it, Matteo?" I murmured, biting my lower lip
UNHOLY DESIRE Mother of my child
DEIRDREAn hour passed after Matteo left, and he never returned. He had reminded me to be outside by 7, and it was already 6 p.m.I tried to ask him where he went, but I never received a response to my text. I even called him, but he didn't pick up the phone. I couldn't help but wonder if he was avoiding me. Maybe. But then, I couldn't think of anything I did wrong to deserve being ignored. Or perhaps I did.Sighing, I walked towards the full-length mirror, took off Matteo's shirt, and slipped into the dress.Its fabric, a lustrous, bright blue satin, seemed to capture the essence of the deep, cerulean sea. The sequins were meticulously arranged in intricate patterns, glimmering like a thousand stars. They caught the low light in a dazzling display, casting prismatic reflections that danced across the room.As I touched the elegantly tailored bodice, my gaze moved to the sweetheart neckline that accentuated the curves of my torso. Delicate straps adorned with tiny crystal beads framed
UNHOLY DESIRE A siren like you
DEIDRE"Wait," Matteo called out as I headed towards the door. He reached into his pocket, took out a small box, and stepped towards me.Raising my eyebrows, I stared at him as he opened it. Inside was a white gold necklace with a vivid blue sapphire set in platinum, surrounded by brilliant diamonds. It was stunning and undoubtedly costly. I couldn't understand why Matteo was giving me another necklace when I was already wearing one.I shook my head as he approached, and I pointed to the one around my neck. "I already have one.""I want you to have this," He said, getting even closer.I began to shake my head, but he gripped the locket of the necklace, snapping it open. "Kendall," He murmured, his eyes flicking to mine before glancing at his hand. "I still want you to have this," He repeated.Then he stepped behind me, unhooked the necklace from around my neck, and dropped it into his pocket. I felt the coolness of the white gold chain around my neck.After he was done, I looked at m
UNHOLY DESIRE I can help
MATTEOIt was the La Festa dell'Ombra, also known as the festival of shadows. This annual gathering was a secret known only to the most influential and mysterious figures of the underworld. It featured masked revelers, enigmatic performances, and secret ceremonies held in the heart of the cruise ship's hidden chambers.Maybe I shouldn't have brought Deirdre here. I heard the warning in Jackson's voice earlier. Perhaps he had known that Javier, the troublemaker, would be here.Javier was from a rival gang, and he should have known better than to approach Deirdre when she was with me. But he didn't even look apologetic. It was as if he was deliberately taunting me.And why was the ship filled with enemies on all sides?!My eyes narrowed when I spotted three more, each flanking the side where Deirdre was seated.To Deirdre's right, three seats away from her, Enzo Romano sat. He looked at me with intrigue in his granite grey eyes. He was also known as "Silencer" due to his few words but i
UNHOLY DESIRE Promised him my life
DEIRDRE"Are you one of Matteo's friends?" I asked the man who escorted me out of the room. His salt-and-pepper hair was impeccably styled, a dimpled smile on one cheek, and his dark eyes twinkled as he looked down at me.He was tall and muscular, and next to him, I felt very small, like a dwarf. I couldn't help but notice he seemed much closer to Matteo than Javier, even though they didn't seem like friends, much like Lucia had seemed with him."I'm Vittorio De Luca," the man introduced himself. "I can't exactly say we're friends, but we're not foes either."I sighed, shaking my head. "So, he entrusted me to you? What if you do something horrible to me? I mean, you could toss me into the water just for the fun of it.""Why do you think that, darling?" he asked, raising his brows."It's Deirdre," I corrected him, slightly uncomfortable with how both men I'd spoken to tonight had referred to me endearingly.Even though I knew it meant nothing and wasn't a big deal, I didn't enjoy it. I
UNHOLY DESIRE A storm
DEIRDREI jolted as another shot rang out.Now, it was evident to me that it was not a Roman candle definitely going off.It sounded more like a gunshot. I stood by my door with Vittorio beside me. He hadn't left, and he was taking his promise to Matteo seriously. I didn't mind him being with me, especially since whatever was happening outside frightened me.Yet, it seemed like I was the only one afraid. People were still partying. I could hear the music blasting from the old jukebox, but the gunfire was louder, and no one seemed to notice.Suddenly, there was silence. The music was gone, and I didn't hear any screams of people running for safety. Frowning, I turned to Vittorio, my brows raised. "What's happening?""Can you stay here by yourself? Will you promise me not to leave the room?" he asked."I can't make that promise without knowing what's going on. And as for staying in the room, I can't say. Matteo is out there and...""Your husband is fine," Vittorio grunted.I hadn't told
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