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A Shy Crush

作者: Nessa
last update 公開日: 2026-01-24 19:00:28

Rachel POV

The morning sun hit different when you had a closet full of clothes that didn’t come from thrift stores.

I stepped out of my room wearing the outfit I’d put together with literal disbelief:

a soft cream sweater, new fitted jeans, clean white sneakers, and a subtle pink lip gloss I’d stared at for ten minutes before buying.

My hair actually looked decent, after using the card to shop for new conditioner and shampoo.
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    Rachel POV Our food arrived, brought by the same waiter and a young woman in matching uniform. They set the plates down carefully-Marcus's steak, my salmon, Dad's chicken-and refilled our water glasses before slipping away quietly.The three of us began eating in silence.I glanced over at Marcus watching as he cut his steak with deliberate precision, his eyes fixed on his plate. "It's a fine degree," Marcus said after a long moment, his tone carefully neutral-detached. "I just wish you'd picked something with better job security after graduation."Dad's smile faltered slightly, but he pressed on. "Sometimes people choose careers not just for money or security, but for fulfillment. Rachel loves being part of these children's lives. That matters.""Perhaps," Marcus said flatly, still not looking up.Dad's hand tightened slightly around mine, but he didn't say anything else.I hated this. I hated watching Dad try so hard only to be shut down with a single word. I hated seeing Marcus s

  • Caring For The Mafia Son   Tense Dinner

    Rachel POVWe finally arrived at the restaurant Marcus had reserved.A valet took Marcus's keys as the three of us walked through the glass doors.Crystal chandeliers hung from the ceiling, casting warm light across the polished marble floors. Soft piano music played in the background, mixing with the quiet sound of conversation and clinking silverware.I glanced at Dad. His eyes widened as he took it all in, his hands clasped nervously."Your brother really went all out," he whispered to me in awe.I linked my arm through his. "Of course he did. It's Mom's birthday."Marcus was already at the front desk, speaking with the hostess. She nodded with a polite smile and gestured for us to follow.We walked past the main dining area into a smaller, private section. Our table was tucked in a corner, separated by elegant wooden screens that gave us privacy."Wow," I said as we sat down. "Marcus, this is beautiful."He shrugged, already looking at his menu. "I thought we'd want privacy.""How

  • Caring For The Mafia Son   Mom Birthday

    Rachel POVThe city lights blurred past the car window as Damien drove through the quiet streets.Tonight was Mom's birthday dinner, and despite everything-Marcus's suspicions of Damien, Dad's obvious guilt-I couldn't help feeling excited. Marcus had actually invited Dad. That alone felt like progress.I smoothed down my red sundress for the third time, checking my reflection in the side mirror. My hair was pulled back in a simple bun, and I'd kept my makeup light.Simple. Appropriate for a family dinner."You look nice," Damien said quietly, his eyes flicking to me before returning to the road.I felt my cheeks warm. "Thank you."A pause settled between us, comfortable but weighted with unspoken worry."Rachel," Damien said finally, his voice softer than usual. "If anything happens tonight-anything at all-call me immediately."I turned to look at him fully. His jaw was tight, his grip on the steering wheel firm."I don't like this," he continued. "You being out there with no securi

  • Caring For The Mafia Son   Sarah Owens

    Rachel POVI stepped out of the car, exhaustion settling into my bones. The school day had drained me completely that I had to skip the library and come straight home.The moment I stepped into the foyer, Leo came running."Mama!" He crashed into my legs, wrapping his arms around them tightly. "Welcome back!"I smiled despite my tiredness, running my fingers through his hair. "Hi, sweetheart."His attention shifted immediately to the figure behind me. "Hello, Mark!"He waved enthusiastically at him, practically bouncing.Mark's gaze dropped to Leo for just a moment. He gave a single, curt nod before turning away and heading up the stairs.My smile faded as I watched him go.The Mark I'd known would have at least ruffled Leo's hair. Would have asked how his day was. Something.Now he was just... empty."Mama, guess what!" Leo tugged on my hand, pulling my attention back. "I met your brother today!"My heart stopped."What?" I blinked down at him. "Marcus?""Uh-huh!" Leo nodded eagerly.

  • Caring For The Mafia Son   Apology

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  • Caring For The Mafia Son   A Hint Of Rage

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  • Caring For The Mafia Son   Silhouette

    Rachel POVI stepped out of the car once more, the hot afternoon air brushing against my skin as we stood in front of the city’s large community library.Leo stood beside me, his face beaming the moment he recognised the building. The excitement practically radiated off him as we walked i

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  • Caring For The Mafia Son   Play The Part

    Damien POV"Position confirmed, sir. The subject just entered the café. Southwest corner table, back to the wall."Sullivan's voice crackled through the nearly invisible earpiece as I adjusted my cufflinks—a deliberate, calming gesture. My reflection stared back at me from the tinted car

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  • Caring For The Mafia Son   Promise Me

    Rachel POV Marcus’s smile faded as quickly as it had appeared. He leaned back in his chair, fingers folding together, his gaze sharpening into something cold and analytical. The warmth in his voice was gone when he spoke again. “I just find it interesting,” he said mildly, “that

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