Stephen’s POVI went straight to the company I manage after dropping off Nathalia. When I arrived at the office, my assistant, Jeff, stood up immediately to greet me.“Good morning, Sir Stephen. Sir Ashter and the others are already inside,” he politely informed me.I nodded at him before heading inside. I couldn’t help but shake my head as I entered, greeted by my friends, who seemed like they were just hanging out in their respective mansions.Someone was seated on my desk and in a chair, while others were playfully interacting on a long sofa off to the side.I walked irritably towards my desk, pushing Ace away from it. I forcefully made Shantel stand from the swivel chair before forcefully tapping Ashter’s propped-up foot, who was seated in front of my desk.I sat down properly before giving Ash a stern look. “I have to clean my desk again because of you. Do you know that you’re the reason it gets dirty?”He placed his right hand on his left chest and acted as if he were hurt. “You

I was about to open the door when a sudden headache hit me. I closed my eyes, accompanied by a jumble of scenes that flashed in my mind, but everything was still blurry.I gripped the doorknob tightly, trying to calm myself. However, I was startled by a commotion outside. So, when I snapped back to reality, I put aside my plan to enter the room and locked the door again.I took cautious steps as I made my way to the garden at the rear of the mansion. There, I found Cole appearing somewhat flustered while in conversation with several mafia guards.“Guard the place well, clear? If you need to stay awake all night, do it. After what happened to Sir Stephen, it’s not far-fetched for the enemies to target the mansion,” he ordered with authority.The mafia guards all nodded in unison before taking their respective positions and posts. Some of them even paused to greet me politely when they noticed me.But I couldn’t manage to say anything. The anxiety within me seemed to double due to what

We watched in silence at the beginning. But as time went on, Stephen seemed increasingly restless in his seat. I could also hear his slightly heavier breathing and swallowing.I had been holding back my laughter for a while now. Even the urge to look up and see his reaction.“What the fuck is that movie? I thought it was an action movie?” His voice sounded exasperated.At that moment, I looked up at him innocently. “Yes, it is. The main character is a mafia boss, isn’t he?”His jaw clenched, and he shot me a pointed look. “Then why the hell are they just fucking like there’s no fucking tomorrow? There seem to be more of those scenes than gunfights and killings!”“Why? Massimo and Laura did have their share of shootouts, didn’t they?” I teased, trying to suppress my laughter. His face was turning red.It was meant to be a joke, but it seemed like he took it the wrong way.I stopped laughing when I noticed that he was staring at me seriously. I suddenly felt nervous because of the way h

Third Person’s POVMERRILY drinking in a private room of a concealed casino, Jonathan Dela Cruz and Cris Fuentebella are enjoying themselves. The two of them are the heads of the Dela Cruz and Fuentebella Mafias. They are the last remaining group that continues to strategize in order to overthrow the Anderson Mafia and its allies.“I’m sure the fish in the sea have feasted well on the mangled bodies of Anderson and his sycophantic friends. They fell for my trap without knowing it. I thought they were smart. But they themselves paved the way to make their lives easier,” Jonathan proudly said before raising his shot glass.Cris, his companion, did the same. They clinked their two glasses together, creating a loud sound, before simultaneously downing the contents. Their respective men stood quietly behind them.“They probably think we’re unaware that they’re monitoring us. Luckily, I managed to hide quickly.” Cris adjusted his seat before putting down his glass.Jonathan nodded in agreem

“Auntie, come on. Nathalia is still studying. Let her finish her education first,” Liam countered.Mom shook her head. “That’s okay! They’re already married, and she’s of the right age. She could take a semester off if need be.” She even gave me a pointed look.I couldn’t believe we were just sitting there staring at her. I silently wished the ground would open up and swallow me whole.I let out a sigh of relief when we didn’t continue discussing that topic as we finished our meal. After paying our respects to Mr. Villafuente and the other staff, we left the restaurant. Cole was quick to greet me outside.I couldn’t help but feel a sense of sadness. It might be a while before I see them again.I forced a smile when I faced them. “When will we meet again?”Mom gently caressed my cheek. Her eyes were teary, but I knew she was holding back from letting her tears fall completely.“When everything is alright, sweetie.”I looked at her in confusion. “What do you mean?”“When the right time