The Untypical Marriage
“If you think that you have been living in hell all your life, let me break that illusion for you,” Adrian said. He spoke slowly, his voice full of menace.
“This place–this is true hell, right here, where I am. His statement, “In this place, death is not an escape, no matter how much you may yearn for it,” was enough to make the audience shudder, but all that tiny figure did was raise her lifeless, dull eyes.
“Then help me, so I can remain here.” She replied, her voice barely above a whisper.
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In a world ruled by loyalties and bloodlines, Kira, the first daughter of the strongest family in the American mafia, finds herself entangled in an unexpected twist of fate. She was betrothed since childhood to the second son of the Italian mafia’s don, due to a blood alliance between both families. She was raised alongside him and always considered him as her everything, while joyfully waiting for the day they would finally get married. To her, their love story was set in stone.
However, on the day of the wedding, Kira's world as she knows it comes crumbling down when receives a shocking revelation — instead of her betrothed, a different groom appears at her wedding. And to top it off, he was dressed in a prison uniform.
What happens when Kira finds herself thrust into the clutches of Adrian Vasillos the infamous ‘devil’ of the Italian mafia? Will she be able to navigate this world of danger, intrigue, betrayal, tested loyalties, and forbidden desires where she must come face to face with her deepest fears? Or will she finally discover the true meaning of love and get her happy ending? Read on to find out more in this twisted romance series…
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Chapter: Chapter 173Kira’s POV“If we don’t get in and out of a drive-through right now, I am going to jump out of this window.” I turned to Adrian, whose eyes remained fixed on the road as he drove to this mysterious location.He simply reached over and pulled up my window. Soon the AC started blasting through the car at full force.I stared at him in disbelief.****“Get dressed. I’m taking you out,” he’d said this morning. When I’d asked where “out” was, he’d paused, then a slow smirk had formed across his face. “Let’s just say it’s a late wedding present. Come on… you’ll love it.”I remember smiling. I’d been excited. Emphasis on ‘had been’, because excitement was not part of the million emotions coursing through me right now.Things were finally going well. We’d just moved into the new house, and I’d assumed this was going to be fun… romantic, even.But after spending the last thirty minutes with Adrian driving in complete silence, being annoyingly vague about this so-called wedding present, and lit
Last Updated: 2026-04-13
Chapter: Chapter 172Kira’s POVTwo months later.“This is dumb,” Gia grunted, struggling as she pulled the mandatory plastic covering over her clothes—Adrian’s rule for anyone coming within ten feet of me.“Try being me,” I muttered, brushing imaginary dust off the porcelain-white chair… also wrapped in plastic.Everything was wrapped in plastic.Everything.I’d grown so much in the last month it was ridiculous. My stomach now sat proudly in front of me, like the baby had finally decided to stop hiding. Meanwhile, Adrian had evolved from overprotective to full-blown psycho.“Dressed like a fucking weatherman just to get water,” Enzo grumbled, opening the fridge.“There’s also the option of death by thirst,” Adrian said flatly, not even looking up—his nose buried in yet another pregnancy book.“I blame Kira,” Romeo said lazily from one of the kitchen stools.I snapped my head toward him. “I’m dressed like an onion too. What did I do?”“You’re the one who got him hooked on those damn books. I haven’t smoke
Last Updated: 2026-04-13
Chapter: Chapter 171Kira's povMy heart cracked open right there.Adrian Vasilios… thinks he’s not enough for…. ME?“Adrian—”He shook his head quickly, raising a hand.“No. Just… listen.”He swallowed hard, his jaw tightening before he spoke again.“My childhood…” He let out a hollow laugh. “I don’t even remember being a kid.”His gaze drifted.“I remember training. Punishment. I remember shooting my first target at six.” His voice stayed steady, but his hands clenched. “I remember getting whipped for missing the target.”My breath caught.“I remember my first kill.”Silence.“It was my tutor. Miss Ava.” His voice dropped. “Paulo made me kill her… for getting too attached.”My hand flew to my mouth.He looked down… then laughed under his breath, like it didn’t even sound real anymore.“I don’t remember much after that,” he continued, “but I remember her… She used to sneak me food. Water. When they’d lock me up for days without eating…” His voice hardened. “My father’s idea of ‘building a man.’”His voic
Last Updated: 2026-04-13
Chapter: Chapter 170Kira’s POVI stirred slowly in my sleep, then my hand fumbled across the nightstand until I found my phone.4:07 PM.I blinked at the screen, confused.I’d slept for almost an entire day.Then again… after two days buried in dirt, bugs, and whatever the hell that bunker did to me, I guess my body needed it.Adrian’s men had dropped me off at the penthouse. Said the mansion wasn’t safe anymore.I didn’t argue.I barely remember the shower—just hot water burning my skin and the feeling of finally being clean before I passed out the second my head hit the pillow.I hadn’t seen Adrian since we left.And we had a lot to talk about.A lot.He lied.I mean, part of me had suspected it was either that or a miracle, but Enzo had literally confirmed it. Adrian lied about being sterile. The question was why. Why would he do that?Why keep lying… even after Jena left?Why risk everything between us?My stomach growled loudly, dragging me out of my thoughts.Right. Food.Three days without eating
Last Updated: 2026-04-13
Chapter: Chapter 169Adrian's povI walked into the office without knocking.Killian straightened instantly, like he’d been caught doing something he shouldn’t. He cleared his throat, trying to compose himself—but the sweat at his temples gave him away.I almost smiled.Guess losing your company does that to a man.“Adrian,” he said smoothly. “To what do I owe the pleasure?”I didn’t answer. I walked over and dropped into his chair, leaning back like I owned the place.“Killian… I’d ask how you are,” I said lazily, crossing one leg over the other, “but I already know.”His jaw tightened. “What are you talking about?”I studied him for a moment, then tilted my head.“You haven’t gotten the call yet, I assume.”His expression flickered… just for a second.“What are you on about, Vasilios?” he snapped. “Spit it out or get the fuck out of my office.”I smiled slowly, then propped my feet on his desk.“I like that attitude,” I said. “You’ll find it very useful in prison.”He stared at me like I’d lost my mind.
Last Updated: 2026-04-13
Chapter: Chapter 168Kira’s POVStrong hands shoved me… and I hit the ground hard.A scream tore out of me as gunshots exploded through the bunker, echoing off the walls. I curled in on myself, my hands over my head, my ears ringing.Then—Silence.It happened too fast.I forced my eyes open.In front of me, Romano stood frozen.. pale, swaying. Multiple holes riddled his chest. Bullet wounds. Dark red blood soaking across his shirt.“What—” The word clogged in my throat.As if in slow motion, his knees buckled. He crumpled to the floor.Iscreamed, my ears ringing as I scrambled toward him. There was blood everywhere—pooling beneath him, soaking into the concrete.Another body dropped somewhere behind me, but I couldn’t look away.“Why… why did you do that?” I choked out, my hands hovering over him, not knowing where to touch without hurting him more.Footsteps rushed toward us—Vittoria and Gia—but I barely registered them.“You saved me,” I whispered, my voice trembling.His lips twitched, almost a smile.
Last Updated: 2026-04-13
Chapter: CHAPTER 198 EPILOGUE A few months later…Bailey's POV I sighed as I finally laid Arlo to sleep after all the crying. I looked at his peaceful face and couldn't help but notice how much he looked like William.After a lot of horrible suggestions from William and Shayna. We finally agreed to name him Arlo after William's grandfather, it was either that or John Cena. And I was not gonna name my son after William's favorite wrestler or after Shayna's favorite rapper.I quietly left the room in search of William. It had been a very long day and I hadn't seen much of him. Matthew had thrown us a huge party to celebrate the renewal of our marriage vows and I was tired from all the rush and excitement.I opened the door to our room to find him asleep, at least that's what I thought. I went into the bathroom to take a shower and came back to lay beside him. It wasn't even up to 5 minutes when I heard Arlo crying through the baby monitor. I groaned in utter frustration and
Last Updated: 2024-02-10
Chapter: Chapter 197A few months later…Bailey's POV “Thank you for coming with me,” I said as I adjusted my seatbelt. “You don't need to thank me, according to this book, it's my duty.” He said, pointing to the pregnancy help book on his lap, William has been reading a lot of these pregnancy help books over the weeks and I personally think the author sucks. Just last week, he kept trying to convince me to go for something called a vagina steam, and don't get me started on the time he practically coerced me into making a mayonnaise face mask. How does that help the baby? William pushing a stray strand of hair to my ear brought me out of my thoughts. He shifted it back a little so that it was not too tight on my belly. He was always so cautious and passionate when it came to my belly and he had no idea how happy and secure that made me feel. “Thank you. I'm tired already, I can't wait for him to come out.” I grumbled, touching my belly. He chuckled. “I gotta admit, pregnancy suits you.” He teased me
Last Updated: 2024-02-07
Chapter: Chapter 196Bailey's POVThe gates of the mansion opened up as I pressed the entry code, as I got to the big doors I saw Agatha “Oh, child.” Agatha said, running to me when she spotted me. Worry was written all over her face. I was surprised to see her seeing as William wasn't sure she would come back after he jailed Gianna. “Agatha.” I smiled at her and entered the living room. She glanced at my stomach and I noticed her eyes got watery. “Oh, Bailey.”“It's been so long aunt, how have you been?” I asked her and she hugged me. I didn't resist. I hugged her back. She must be going through quite a rough time herself, I thought.“Erm.. I'm so sorry about Gianna.” There was a moment of silence and then she spoke.“You don't have to apologize for anything, child. She made her own choices and she has to own up to the outcome, hm?” She said, holding my chin, and smiling. I forced a smile too.“I'm so glad you're back. Should I make you something? You must be so tired.”“Noo, I am not um… I won't be lo
Last Updated: 2024-02-02
Chapter: Chapter 195Matthew's POV“It all started when I fell sick, some months after William turned 9. I fell into a coma during my sleep and woke up with a stroke.”I recounted and Bailey gasped in shock.“Ohh my God! I am so sorry, that must have been horrible” she replied, tears welling up in her eyes.“It was and there is no need to feel sorry for me. It happened years ago,” I replied and she nodded. I know I was a bit harsh with my words but I absolutely despised it when people felt pitied for me. I continued talking, and Bailey inched closer.“My life was shambles. Vannessa wasn't working then and I was the main provider for my family. It was also the worst timing because prior to that horrible day, I remember making plans for us to take a trip.. I wanted to make an extra effort to bond with them and have a good time, as Vanessa always complained that I spent too much time working and was almost never at home.” I took a deep breath before speaking up again.“It wasn't entirely my fault I was alway
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Chapter: Chapter 1943 MONTHS LATER…Bailey's POV“Yes Shayna, I'm just getting home. I'm about to climb the stairs.” I said, balancing the grocery bag in my other hand.“Take the elevator. Why are you using the stairs, are you trying to kill my baby?” she squealed.“Your baby?” I asked.“You know what I mean! But just take the elevator Bails,” “If you must know, I got to the elevator and saw it was under repairs. According to Richard, it broke down in the morning. Besides, using the stairs would mean exercising, it keeps the baby active.”“Okay. How was the appointment? What did the gyne say?”“Nothing negative, Ultrasound is done, baby's fine. He said we'll be able to determine the baby's sex by next week.” I said and she squeaked happily.“Okay cool but don't wait up for me today, I'll be home late. I'm going out with Scott today.” “You guys have been doing a lot of that lately, but you claim it's nothing serious.” I mocked. “Yes, because it's nothing serious. Get your mind out of the gutters, Baile
Last Updated: 2024-02-02
Chapter: Chapter 193Bailey's POV“What.. What's this, William? Divorce papers? W..why?” I asked, my voice trembling and breaking as I stared at William who types away on his phone. “Don't ask me why. Just sign the damn papers.” He replied, his eyes still fixed on his phone. He didn't bother to meet my eyes. “But this..this means..”“I know exactly what this means, Bailey. I breached the contract, so I'm gonna pay you. Henry would handle that aspect. Now, please, sign the goddamn papers.” He said, finally putting the stupid phone away. I don't know if it was the pregnancy hormones kicking in, but I hate that stupid phone.“I wasn't talking about the money, I-”“Bailey I really don't have time to waste. Sign these.” My leg started growing weak. I sniffed. I had been trying very hard to stop myself from crying but my voice was giving me off. I had to sniff to push the emotions in. “B.. But what about your grandfather's will? Your inheritance? How are you going to get..”I said, my voice breaking. “I don
Last Updated: 2024-01-26
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