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CHAPTER THIRTY-FIVE

Author: Rena_bliss
last update publish date: 2025-09-21 17:18:39

TESSA

I wished the ground would open and swallow me whole.

I pulled out from his hold, not daring to look up at him nor the other men.

“Storms get bad this time of the year. We leave for my safehouse in the city during the weekend.” He said in a business-like tone as if he wasn't a bit affected by what happened.

I nodded, not finding my words.

“Um… I should get going now..,” I rambled on as my hand raised up to clutch the side of my neck.

Without a second thought, I scurried away, passin
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  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER FIFTY-EIGHT

    TESSAMy head throbbed.Not too painful, just a dull but heavy pressure behind my eyes, like I hadn’t slept enough even though I knew I had.I kept my eyes closed, hoping the pain would fade as I turned to my side, hugging the pillow closer to my chest.I heard frantic movements coming from outside my door. I slowly peeled my eyes open, adjusting to the light with my brows drawing together.Perhaps it was his men up here. I tried to ignore the sounds, focusing on getting rid of the headache forming when I heard a loud crashing sound.I pulled the duvet away from me and swung my legs off the bed, holding the edge of the bed to steady myself for a bit when my head spun. The marble tiles were cold beneath my feet as I stood up but I didn't bother putting on any slippers.I was still caught up in my thoughts about what could possibly be happening outside when I heard Leonardo's voice filled with urgency. “Careful with that!”“Mi dispiace, Don,” came another voice.I made my way out of my

  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER FIFTY-SEVEN

    LEONARDO “I’ll… give you some space,” Tessa murmured, shifting on her feet. I caught her hand before she could leave. “You don't have to go,” I studied her with a frown on my face. The awkward smile on her face, the way she nervously rubbed her elbow and stared down, avoiding my gaze didn't go unnoticed. She had never excused herself whenever I had a session. If anything, she'd stay around to ensure I was comfortable with the procedures. But now, with the way her eyes darted around, but purposely avoiding my gaze, it clearly showed something was wrong. “Um…I have a call I need to make anyway,” she said with a smile that didn't reach her eyes, pulling away from my grip. “I'll leave you to it,” she said faintly, before leaving. I stared at her retreating form, feeling a wave of confusion. She was okay just minutes ago. “I'll begin with the standard stretches,” the physiotherapist said, crouching down in front of me. I paid no attention to her. I hated strangers touching m

  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER FIFTY-SIX

    TESSAMy shoulder stiffened at the sight of her. A hollow ache crawling its way up my chest.His private physiotherapist was a lady? But I thought it would be the same male physiotherapist assigned to him back at the hospital. A lump formed in my throat as my eyes lowered to her hand extended towards Leonardo. Leonardo ignored her handshake offer, narrowing his eyes at her. “I wasn't informed there'd be a change in personnel.”She retreated her hand but her smile didn't falter. “I was instructed to take over your recovery plan effective immediately,” she said calmly. “Dr. Romano was reassigned to another high-priority case. Hospital administration felt my expertise with spinal injuries made me better suited for your recovery.”Leonardo glanced up at me, his lips pressed into a thin line. He was clearly not pleased with the arrangement. And on the other hand, I still couldn't get myself to snap out of whatever it was going on within me. My fingers dug deep into my palms in a futile

  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER FIFTY-FIVE

    TESSAI stirred, reaching out for Leonardo, only to find the space beside me empty.My eyes snapped open before squinting at the bright lights that seeped through the full length window. I pushed up on one elbow, scanning the room but he wasn't in sight.My fingers curled into the duvet as flashes of last night resurfaced. How his arm locked around my waist, his breathing warm against my neck. I bit my lower lip as heat crept up my neck just at those memories. I turned towards the bedside table, seeing the time on the clock.11:56 am.I nearly bolted upright. Oh Christ!I pulled the duvet away from my body, rising to my feet. I hurried out of the room not minding the fact that my hair looked like I'd run straight through a tornado. Making my way towards the living room, I paused to put my hair up into a messy bun.I hadn't had a proper sleep in a few weeks but I definitely took this one a little too personal. Almost 12 noon? What was I thinking sleeping in like that!“Sì, riveder

  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER FIFTY-FOUR

    TESSA I wasn't prepared for that. The way his eyes darkened as they held mine while he said those words, the honesty in them…it terrified me. “Leonardo…” I trailed off. “Don't say anything. Just let me. Let me feel this with you.” He whispered. He reached out his other hand and trailed his fingertips along my jawline. I shook my head, a heavy weight settling on my chest as I lowered my eyes. He was making things harder than they were supposed to be. “Will I ever be able to leave?” I couldn't stop myself from asking. His touch was gone instantly and I regretted ever voicing that thought. His eyes were cold, distant. “You want to leave that much?” I shook my head. “No. That's not what I meant.” I didn't want to leave but I couldn't live like this, giving up my freedom and being tied down this way. I had dreams. I had goals. I had a family that loved me and were unaware of this whole situation. And never in a million years did I ever imagine I'd end up here. With

  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER THIRTY

    TESSA I woke up to a cold and empty space. I turned over on my back, using the inside of my elbows to shield my eyes from the morning light while slowly adjusting.I sat up, taking a look at the empty space, my mind going back to last night. I buried my face between my knees. What was I thinking

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  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER THIRTY-ONE

    TESSA I must have imagined it all last night because this morning, the bed was very much empty. I felt stronger today and was tired of being cooped up in this room so I got dressed in some casual clothes and headed downstairs. This was my first time stepping out of the room since I got here and

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  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER THIRTY-TWO

    LEONARDO “Tessa, open this door. Or I'll break it down!” I pounded my fists against the shut door. My patience was running low with this girl. I twisted the knob, ready to break it. “Signore, here are the keys,” one of the maids hurried to me, handing me a bunch of keys. I glared at her. I c

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  • Claimed by the Italian Mafia King   CHAPTER TWENTY-EIGHT

    LEONARDO'S POV “I told you to bring her back in one piece, not bleeding all over the place!” My voice thundered. Her eyes met mine, glassy with tears, her face as pale as death. Blood everywhere, on her cheeks, palms, even on the blanket draped on her shoulders. Before I could say another wor

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