Three days passed, and to my disappointment, Silvio hadn’t reached out to me, which frustrated me, and I was convinced he might have forgotten I existed, which scared the hell out of me.
That was why Eve called me; I knew she would be very upset, as she was already annoyed. I entered the place she had asked me to come to and found her leaning against the chair. “You're late!” she snapped at me, swinging a glass of wine in her hand. “I’m sorry, it took a while to get out of the mansion,” I said quietly, standing still with my head bowed. She scoffed as she got to her feet and motioned for the men to leave. This was where I had stayed for six months, our meeting place. As she walked toward the men, I braced myself for some scolding. She lifted my chin so I could look into her eyes. “You can't fail; this is your last chance. I want you to reach him, even if it means losing yourself in the process,” she tells me. A chill runs down my spine. One thing I knew about Eve was her deep hatred for Silvio. I didn’t know their history or what had transpired between them, but her animosity was clear. "I'm sorry, Miss. I will do my best, but I can't reach him. The maids are not allowed to visit the upper chambers unless given permission. I'm truly sorry," I whispered. "That's why you have one more opportunity. Today, he will be meeting a business associate at the club, and we have access to the situation. He will be sitting on the right balcony, making him visible to everyone in the club," she explained. I looked at her, confused about how I was supposed to approach him in a crowded club. "But how am I supposed to get his attention in a place full of people? That’s… nearly… impossible to comprehend," I stammered, meeting her icy gaze which had me keep shut. Over the past few months, I realized I was merely a tool for her purposes, and I dreaded what she might do to me if I failed. She was a strict woman in her early fifties, with a cold eye, leaving with her I had seen how many lose their lives for a single mistake, she was cruel. Before she took me in, I had to sign a contract stating that until our goal was achieved, I was hers, along with a non-disclosure agreement. "Leave that to me. To get his attention, you need to be the most beautiful girl in the club, and it should be your idea on how to make him come to you," she said, nodding at someone behind me just as a designer entered with some clothes. "And remember, this is your final chance; after this, there won't be another," she cautioned me, her warning sent a chill down my spine as I looked at her scared. "I'm sorry, mistress, but I need this just as much as you do. I promise to give it my all," I replied, determined not to let her lose faith in me. After all, I had nowhere else to go if she threw me out of her wing, and I doubt she would let me leave it I fail, even if she did. I was certain I couldn't return to my father; he hadn't even bothered to look for me since I went missing. If he cared, my mother had passed away, leaving me completely alone in this world. "You better," she said as she exited the room. It took me an hour for a makeover that transformed me totally. I wore a striking white dress designed to attract attention, cut just above my thighs to maximize its impact. The dress clung to my figure, showcasing the shape I had worked hard to achieve over the past few months. My hair cascaded down my back in soft waves, and my makeup was flawless, though minimal, as I wanted Silvio to recognize me. When the designer finished, I felt stunning. Soon, I made my way to the club, where our intel had informed us, that Silvio had arrived. As I stepped into the club, the thumping beat of the music surrounded me, and I could feel its rhythm pulsing through my body. The dimly lit space was vibrant with movement, people swaying to the music, lost in their own experiences. A few curious glances were cast my way, but I ignored them as I headed to the bar. "Could I get a vodka, please?" I asked the bartender, leaning casually against the counter. My eyes scanned the room, searching for something, or someone. And then I spotted him, standing on the balcony to my right, deep in conversation, a glass of wine in his hand. The bartender passed me my drink, and as I took a sip, a thought ignited in my mind. How could I capture his attention? I realized I had to make an effort, and a wild idea struck me, it could get me kicked out of the club but I had to give it a shot. Without a second thought, I began to move to the music, allowing the rhythm to guide my body. I danced freely, surrendering to the beat, my hips swaying in sync with the sound. Initially, I caught a few glances, but as I kept dancing, more and more people turned to watch me. I could feel the crowd's energy surrounding me, their interest sparked by my daring moves. Suddenly, it felt like I had their full attention. I danced with more intensity, letting the music envelop me, my movements becoming smoother, more captivating, and alluring. Then, as if it were planned, a group of people gathered around me, drawn in by the allure of my dance. One of them, a tall, attractive man, locked eyes with me. With a playful grin, I leaned closer to him, my voice barely rising above the music. "Could you please lift me onto that table?" I asked. He smiled back, his eyes glimmering with excitement. "Absolutely," he replied, amusement lacing his voice. With that, he hoisted me onto his shoulders, and the crowd erupted in cheers and applause. As I danced on the table, the music swelling around me, I looked up and met his gaze, and to my surprise, he was looking right at me. I held his stare as I swayed my waist; at that moment, all eyes were on me, but I didn’t mind. Perhaps it was fear that fueled my newfound confidence. I saw him whisper to a security guard, never taking his eyes off me, and I smirked knowingly, certain it was all about me. Moments later, the security guard stood in front of me as I got on my knees, shaking my ass. “The Boss, want you up there,” he informed me and I smirked, I should make him understand that I wasn’t that easy for him to take. “If he wants me, tell him to come get me,” I whispered to his ear, and I could see his eyes widened from my request as I stood up again while the crowd cheered, as I swings round and danced harder. Soon I could see the man tell Silvio, and I maintain eye contact, I could see his amusement turn to anger, as he broke his wine glass while storming away and I knew he was coming here. I smiled a she stormed toward me the music paused as everyone looked at him. I stopped dancing as I smiled at him. He stormed toward me and without a word he threw me over his shoulders, as he stormed upstairs again. I giggled as my hair swing, and my ass hangs up in the air, I was loving this. “When I say you do something, that’s what you should do!” he snapped as he slaps my ass, and I giggled at him. Teasing him, and making him frustrated over me, it was much too enjoyable and I enjoyed it. Soon we were in an office and he sets me down, without a word I took off my heels and ran to his chair while I sat on it and swings around. I could hear the men gasped around but I didn’t care, it was a risk I was willing to take, Silvio was feared by everyone, maybe if I can be different things can go really well. “You!” He growled out and I looked at me. “Missed me,” I said in a teasing voice as he walked toward me. “You are in so much trouble young lady,” he growled as he walked closer to me.Silvio PovI watched as the gate to my home came into view, and all I could think about was her.I never imagined that one day I would return home to find a woman and my child waiting for me. I had no idea I could love someone so deeply that my heart would race for her.A few days ago, I received a call from home informing me that Sam had been attacked by Nicolas.My men had apprehended Nicolas; my brother was always known for stirring up trouble. Fortunately, Sam had survived the attack. I couldn't delve into the details of what had transpired, and I could only wait until I got home to learn what had happened in my absence.“Don, Sam has been discharged from the hospital and is coming home as we speak,” Richard said from the front seat. I glanced out the window, and before I could respond, I saw her.Standing at the entrance of the house, breathing heavily.I smiled, thinking she must have been waiting for me, but as soon as I stepped
I stood there trembling as Silvio emerged from the car. The moment his gaze fell on me, his eyes widened in shock. Without thinking, I took off running toward him; it was reckless, but I couldn't help myself.“Silvio… no, stop!” I shouted, and he halted, confusion etched on his face as he noticed the gun I was holding.“Pen… what are you doing with a gun?” he asked, and just as I was about to reach him, another car pulled into the yard, screeching to a halt.Sam leaped out, looking as if he had just stepped off a runway.“Boss… don’t let her get to you!” he shouted, moving closer to Silvio and positioning himself at his side. Before I could utter a word, he whipped out his phone and showed it to Silvio.I had no idea what was on the screen, but I could see Silvio’s eyes grow wide, and then fear washed over his features.Anger, betrayal, pain.Then he turned to me, and I felt paral
Penelope POVThe sound of gunfire reverberated throughout the house, prompting the men to rush toward the same room.I crumpled to the floor as one of the men caught me, my gaze fixed on the door I had just fled through.Everything unfolded in slow motion; as I fell, the men burst into the room, and Nicolas was pulled out. He didn’t seem to resist as he was dragged away, and my heart sank further when the lifeless body of Sam was carried out.“Ma'am, we need to get you to safety, per Don’s orders,” the man who was holding me said. Before I could protest, he lifted me and moved away from the chaos.“No, please, I need to know if he’s okay,” I pleaded, but my words fell on deaf ears as he escorted me to Silvio's room.I was left there while he stood guard outside, preventing me from leaving.Six days went by without a sign of Silvio. Panic and restlessness consumed me; I hadn’t heard from Nicolas or any
Third person POVYou told me you had the situation under control!” Matteo snapped at Eve, who was sitting there trembling with rage.Her plan had backfired, and it was only a matter of time before Silvio dropped the bomb that would ruin her and everything she had fought for.She understood that she faced the risk of death at worst and knew she needed to act quickly. That was why she had to tighten the noose around Penelope's throat until she complied with her demands and did what was necessary.“I’m telling you, he won’t stand a chance against us; we will take him out first,” she spat, and Matteo rose to his feet.“I hope you do your best, Eve. I can’t bear to see years of my hard work and suffering come to an end just because you can’t handle a simple task,” he snapped at Eve, who remained still, sipping from her cup despite her anger.“I hope your assassination attempt succeeds this time; he&
"You'd be free of him," he argued, his voice low and coaxing. "You'd be free of this nightmare, you don't have to be scared of death anymore, with Silvio gone, no one can threaten you, I will protect you from my mother"he said, and I looked at him like he was insane.This was only a favour to him and his mother, and brother , and brother, silvio was the only one who could protect me, and i'm pretty sure they wouldn't let me live with silvio child in my womb, if they succeeded to kill him Nicolas may want me but i couldn't trust him enough to protect me."I don't want to be free from him," I said, my voice trembling. "I love him, Nicolas. I love Silvio. You need to accept that. I'm ready to face the consequences of what I've done, I will face the consequences of what i am," I insisted.Nicolas scoffed, his face darkening. "My brother is a monster. Do you really think he would care about the life growing inside you? Do you think he would let you live after you tell him
I spun around sharply at the sound of footsteps behind me. My heart raced, but it wasn't an enemy; it was Nicolas. He had his hand over his mouth, his eyes darting anxiously in the dimly lit corridor."Nicolas?" I whispered, my voice shaking.His eyes grew wide at the sound of my voice, and he hurried towards me, seizing my arm.Before I could ask him anything, he pulled me into a nearby room.He closed the door firmly behind us and leaned against it, trying to catch his breath."What are you doing here?" I asked, keeping my voice low."I had to see you," he replied, his tone rough and filled with urgency.I understood what he wanted to discuss, especially after his mother had brought me back from London to carry out her sinister plans.I yanked my arm from his grasp and pushed him away."Were you aware—" my voice faltered as anger surged within me, "were you aware that I was chipped?" I snapped at him."Chipped?" he echoed, lo