280 Days With The Mafia King
She was meant to belong to God, but fate handed her to the devil instead.
Mariella Santini was raised within convent walls as a nun after her father’s sudden “accidental” death. Days before taking her final vows, a single message shatters her faith: her father’s death was no accident. Her search for the truth draws her into the De Luca mansion and straight into the path of the most feared man in London’s underworld.
Luciano De Luca, known as Il Re Nero, is the Black Heir of the Five Families. Cold, ruthless, and bound by an ancient law that demands a wife and an heir within one year, or he will lose his empire if he fails. Love is a weakness he buried long ago. Faith is a lie he never believed in.
Until the night he bleeds at Mariella’s feet, and her touch binds their futures in fire and prophecy.
One forbidden night.
One impossible pregnancy.
When Mariella discovers she is pregnant with Luciano’s child, she becomes the solution to his throne and the prisoner of a 280 days marriage built on rules, control, and denial. She is to be his wife in name only, protected but unloved, and destined to leave once the child is born.
Yet as enemies close in and blood-soaked prophecies unfold, the lines between duty and desire blur. The closer Luciano pulls her into his world, the more dangerous it becomes to pretend he feels nothing.
And the more Mariella prays for salvation, the more her heart betrays her.
Will she return to the life she once vowed to live, or surrender to the Mafia King she cannot escape?
Basahin
Chapter: Chapter 162: The Return to LondonLuciano's POV – London, 2020Our plane landed in London just a little after dawn. For almost an hour, I stared aimlessly at the sky outside and felt pretty relaxed. And then England appeared. Nothing about the sky was different here, but the energy certainly was. I felt a surge of anxiety in my body and kept trying to remain calm. The engines hummed softly beneath our feet as the plane made its descent. Dante was sleeping, finally resting after the doctor had reinforced his stitches before we took off. He still looked pale and unhealthy, but at least he was alive. Mariella was seated between our daughters. Lucia was still somewhere between being asleep and being awake. None of the kids understood exactly what was happening besides the fact that we had left home in the middle of the night and that Dante was hurt. And then again, besides Antonio and Elena who could barely remember who Dante was, the other two had no idea who the man was. Across the aisle sat the boys. Antonio stare
Huling Na-update: 2026-06-03
Chapter: Chapter 161: Taste of my new LifeLuciano's POVIt was past midnight now, and as if the weather knew how I felt, a storm had started outside. I stood in front of the closed window in my study, watching the rain hammer against it. I was alone in the study now, watching the rain while listening to the fire crackle softly behind me. And right on my desk sat a pistol, the one I'd retrieved from under the sink earlier. Beside it lay some international passports.Dante was asleep now, in the guest room down the hall. The painkillers Mariella had given him had finally helped him get some shut-eye, but his words refused to leave me. You gotta come back, boss. Jose is in a lot of trouble.For hours, I had stood by the window watching the storm, trying to imagine a future where I ignored that sentence. And all my thoughts ended the same way, with Jose losing his life. Something I would much rather die than allow. The door opened quietly behind me, but I didn't turn around. With how gently she opened the door and with the
Huling Na-update: 2026-06-03
Chapter: Chapter 160: Called BackLuciano’s POV Three years had passed now, and it was winter. It was snowing tonight, and the house was a bit quieter today than usual.Inside the kitchen, Mariella was baking a cake and muffins in the oven, filling the house with warmth. Upstairs, Antonio and Ethan were arguing softly over a mathematics textbook, their voices drifting through the ceiling in low yet regular bursts.In the living room, Elena and Lucia had fallen asleep beside the hearth sometime after dinner, curled together beneath a knitted blanket while the fire collapsed into glowing orange embers.Mariella stood at the kitchen counter pouring olive oil into a ceramic dish, humming softly under her breath in French. Of the two of us, she was the better at picking up the language. We had been here for fifteen years now, yet I couldn't speak French to save my life. Meanwhile, she was a natural. If you heard her speak, you'd think she was born and raised in France. I sat at the oak table with a cup of black coffee be
Huling Na-update: 2026-06-02
Chapter: Chapter 159: A Beautiful LifeLuciano’s POV – ParisIt was a beautiful afternoon in Paris. And even though twelve years had passed since we moved here, I couldn't stop being amazed by how beautiful and artsy the city was.Sure, it wasn't perfect. But compared to London, this place was heaven on earth. I watched the city from the window, staring for a while at the Eiffel Tower, which was visible from damn near anywhere in the city, while sipping my coffee. I closed my eyes as the wind ruffled my hair. Then I took another look at the beautiful scenery around me. Down below, I could hear and see an ice cream truck passing with the laughter of the children running after it. Who'd have thought my life would one day be this peaceful? I went downstairs and outside. And then I stood on the gravel terrace with a pair of pruning shears in my hand, looking out across the lawn.At forty-five, the silver had fully settled into my hair at the temples. The years had carved hard lines into my face, but Paris had softened the r
Huling Na-update: 2026-06-02
Chapter: Chapter 158: Crossing Into TomorrowLuciano’s POVMan, the suitcases felt strange in my hands. Way too light compared to the kind of bags I was used to carrying. Mariella and I were packing our stuff.“Why are you smiling?” I asked, catching her staring at me. She giggled like a kid.“Is it a crime to smile at my man?” She asked, making me smirk. “Well, if you put it that way…”“Then what?” She asked, tilting her head and biting her lips as she stared flirtingly at me. I left what I was packing and walked up to her, lifting her in my arms with my torso between her legs. I cleared everything on the vanity table and sat her there, my eyes looking into hers. “Then I might have to do nasty things to you again,” I said. She smiled, bringing her index finger to her lips. My eyes gazed lustfully at her red lips and I didn't know when my body moved me. My lips pressed against hers and she grabbed me by my shirt, sliding her tongue into my mouth. For someone who was supposed to be a nun, she was really freaky. She slid her ha
Huling Na-update: 2026-05-31
Chapter: Chapter 157: The SuccessorJose's POVValenti stared at Luciano carefully. “It’s not my place to oppose your decision. But you're Marcello's eldest son,” he said slowly. “The streets know your name. People are more scared of you than they were of Marcello, even in his prime. For the Mafia to operate smoothly, we need a Don whom everyone fears. And your brother…he’s barely known by anyone outside our circle. And it makes sense because he spent most of his life abroad, unlike you.”Luciano leaned slightly forward, and the room went dead silent. “The streets will fear exactly who I tell them to fear,” he said, his voice threatening even though he spoke flatly. He leaned back again. “Besides. Jose is just as dangerous as I am — the only difference being that he has a sense of humor and is way smarter.”Nobody in the room protested, and Luciano continued. “He understands this business more than everyone in this room combined, myself included. And so I've made my decision. He will take my place as Don,” he said.
Huling Na-update: 2026-05-29
Chapter: Chapter 76: Take it if you can Serene’s POVI stared at it for a long moment, my chest rising and falling.Remember why you are here, Serene, I scolded myself silently, my fingers tightening around the paper. You are not here to be Lucas's plaything or Kyros's damsel. You are here to unlock your past and fight for vengeance. I slept fitfully that night, tumbling into a dark, feverish nightmare that started in a forest. I was running through it on bare feet, my heart drumming frantically while trying to find a way out of this maze. The trees were black and gnarled, looking like something straight out of a horror story. Ahead of me was a majestic white wolf, its silver eyes gleaming as it looked back at me, beckoning me to follow.I ran after it, breathless, until the dark forest suddenly dissolved into the courtyard of the royal palace. Except… the palace was burning. The sky above was dark red, and thousands of flying arrows rained down like clouds.People were screaming and running for help. The heat scorched
Huling Na-update: 2026-10-11
Chapter: Chapter 75: Wavering like a leaf Serene’s POV"It’s either poison or whoever attacked you was battling with something severe," I said, looking up at Kyros’ pale face.He cursed under his breath, glaring at the venomous veins spider-webbing across his abdomen. “Am I going to die? This looks really bad-”“Don’t panic,” I chided sharply, slapping my hands against his to stop their shaking. “Let’s do what we can to manage it, but make sure you see a doctor after this.”He bobbed his head frantically. “Yes, ma’am.”I grabbed the tweezers and a bottle of spirits. “This is going to sting,” I told him, but he motioned for me to continue. I sighed and poured the spirits directly over the wound.He winced and cursed as the alcohol hissed against his skin, throwing his head back while he muttered unintelligible words. With careful movements, I scraped away the infected skin, applied the salve, and bound his abdomen tightly with a fresh bandage.When I finished, I stepped back, wiping my brow with the back of my forearm. "There.
Huling Na-update: 2026-10-10
Chapter: Chapter 74: Serene Knows BestKyros’ POV"To my room," she replied without breaking her stride or turning around. "The royal infirmary is monitored by the King's head physician.” She finally looked back at me. “Do you really want the king receiving an official report that you came in with a wound after raiding the hideout?"I opened my mouth to counter, but snapped it shut. She was right. Lucas would use any official medical record as leverage or an excuse to pry into me. We stopped outside a door near the east wing. Serene pulled a key from her pocket, unlocked the latch, and pushed the door open, pulling me inside before quickly locking it behind us.I stepped into the room and halted, scanning the space in surprise.The chamber was far more beautiful than anything usually assigned to palace attendants. The soft afternoon light streamed in through a wide glass window, illuminating a four-poster bed draped in silk bedsheets. A floor-length mirror, a settee, and a small drawer for her clothes. "Not bad, wildca
Huling Na-update: 2026-10-08
Chapter: Chapter 73: Karma is Jealousy Kyros’ POV"General," Lucas said smoothly, leaning back in his chair. "I received word that your army raided an illicit establishment in the capital this morning.”I stiffened, lifting my head to cast him a suspicious glance. I hadn’t even drafted a report yet; how did he find out so quickly?“I want a full breakdown of the operation." He said, keeping his gaze fixed on me.I swallowed my irritation and lowered my head into a bow. "It was a routine sweep of suspected mercenary safehouses, Sire," I replied, keeping my voice clipped and professional. "We apprehended the suspects and secured several documents currently under review."Before Lucas could respond, a soft laugh echoed from the entrance of the study.Eloisa Brandon walked into the room, wearing a gown of pale blue satin, followed by a maid carrying a tray loaded with pastries and tea."Lucas, darling!" Eloisa purred, completely ignoring my presence as she walked straight up to the King's desk. She set a small porcelain plat
Huling Na-update: 2026-10-06
Chapter: Chapter 72: A Setup Kyros’ POV The morning sun was completely choked out by gray clouds as my team gathered at the mouth of the alley. Twenty soldiers stood behind me in silence, their dark clothes blending into the shadows.Beside me, Raven's eyes were fixed on the rotting door of the two-story building ahead. John had returned earlier than planned from his scouting and reported that the lead this time was correct.So I had rallied the team as early as possible, and now here we were… everything had to go perfectly."All entry points are sealed, General," Raven whispered, "John's scouts confirmed high activity inside and more than a dozen men."I nodded and turned to face the rest of the squad. “We’re going in.”We moved as one and Mikhail stepped forward, kicking the door down with his leg. The door flew open and crashed inside."Stand down and throw away your weapons!" I roared as we plunged into the building.Inside was absolute chaos. The warehouse had been converted into an illicit gambling den. D
Huling Na-update: 2026-10-04
Chapter: Chapter 71: A Mistake worth making Kyros’ POVRaven leaned both hands on the table, staring down at the crimson cross marked on the map. We had gotten intel that the hideout for the mercenary group that attacked the king was here, but my junior commanders were divided."We spent three weeks chasing these same guys because of a 'reputable' intel, General,” he said, pointing a finger at the map. “If we march out based on another rumor, we’ll look like fools and waste resources we can't afford to lose.""A fluke doesn't mean the intel was wrong, Raven," Mikhail countered, crossing his arms over his chest. He gestured with a leather-gloved hand toward the tavern reports piled on the floor. "The mercenary group behind the attempt on the King’s life isn't sloppy, and I’m sure they’re leaking false locations deliberately to throw us off.’John snorted from where he was sitting. "Or it means they're playing us like wooden pieces on a board," he said, idly sharpening his dagger. "I say we send a scouting team of four men firs
Huling Na-update: 2026-10-03
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