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Chapter 49: The Hunt Begins

Author: David Writes
last update publish date: 2026-03-13 07:21:01

Mariella’s POV

It was time. I got up from my bed and washed up as best as I could in my condition. While I was getting ready, Dr Aris’ words lingered in my head. He had told me that I needed total bed rest for a while to ensure my babies survive. But here I was, preparing to start a Mafia war. What choice did I have? If I did nothing, Luciano would lose his life.

“You don't have to do this, y'know?” Jose said to me. He was standing at the doorway, leaning against the frame. I looked at him and
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