LOGINGuilio, The psychopath, was ushered in by Luca and Malak, two of the Don's loyal soldatos (Soldiers). Mica's head remained bowed as he awaited his fate, he has resolved to dying with dignity, no struggles, no unnecessary drama like the ones he had seen through his span in the mafia.
When he heard the hushed voices of other guards present, he raised his head to look and what he saw made his eyes widen in shock. Guilio, the psychopath? The terrorist who was only released once or twice a year to wreak havoc on men? He did not even touch the slave! Why will the don...?
His head went blank and before he could try to protest against Giulio's assault, strong hands had secured him to the ground. His face was pressed to the ground while his butt remained in the air, with his knees to the ground. The soldiers carved out the piece of clothing covering the butthole while Mica struggled frantically to liberate himself from their hold, to no avail.
Serena clenched and unclenched her hands at each passing minute. She did not have to wonder for long, it was evident that Guilio will drill a hole through Mica's body, asshole precisely. Terror filled her eyes and she occasionally glanced from the guard to the don, who stood stoically, watching calmly like it was an everyday occurrence.
Guilio flexed his neck and cracked his fingers while waiting as the men prepared his meal. He was 6.5ft tall, furry and sturdy, he was dressed in nothing but an undergarment that did little in hiding his already extending crotch. When the men were done, he licked his lower lip in a manner that Serena would consider as ferocious.
"Please..." Mica yelped between breaths as Guilio marched forward "Please don't. Kill me instead!"
Dimitrio smirked and leaned back. He could feel his slave's hot stare on him, and he turned to her. Just as he predicted, her eyes were latched on him. Big terrified eyes that pleaded for mercy, not for Mica, but for herself. He studied her features again. Even in her miserly form, she was entrancing. He could see why Giovanni was hellbent on adding her to his collection of fucktoys.
Her red hair flared around her, dull yet glistening in the morning light like a fiery halo, her eyes were rimmed with red from the happenings of the past few hours. They made her look innocent, so fucking young and innocent that he craved to see what she would look like under his touch. She would probably break. Tsk.
Serena quickly averted her gaze when she noticed his gaze and focused on the scene unfolding. If he could do this to his worker, how much more, her?
Mica saw life flash before his eyes as Guilio inserted one finger. Just before he could plead for justice to be tempered with mercy, he was slammed into. The impact knocked air from his lungs forcefully and a scream tore from between his lips.
Guilio plowed the masculine ass beneath him like a beast that he was, he rode the guard like his distorted life depended on it. Except for the blood curdling screams elicited by Mica and Giulio's grunts of satisfaction, everywhere was quiet.
Serena's heart hammered in her ribcage as Guilio wrecked the guard's essence with reckless abandon. It was already 30 minutes past the time he started and Mica's voice had completely ceased but Guilio did not reduce his pace.
"Malak, Take her to the slave quarters. Tell Mariette to prepare her." It was the don.
Slave quarters? Who is Mariette and what are they preparing her for? She wondered. Still, it sounded better than returning to where she spent the night.
"Yes boss." Malak replied and moved towards her "Follow me."
She obediently obliged and they moved away from the gory scene, much to her relief.
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Seated amidst his cohorts, consigliere and soldatos was Dimitrio De Luca. He perused through a document given to him by Matteo Valenti, the underboss and second in command to him, before carelessly tossing the piece of paper on the oak table.
"Where's Dante?" He asked, gazing at Matteo through dark metallic eyes "He should be here to defend whatever is in this shitty document."
"Yes boss, but he isn't. He sent no word, just the document showing that the deal is sealed."
Silence permeated the vast room as everyone assumed a stance. Critical thoughts ensued. Dimitrio did not have to think for long.
"The Zakhars are up to no good, Don. Remember what happened between them and your predecessors." Giovanni Monera, Dimitrio's advisor croaked, staring through filmed eyes at the don who gazed at nothing in particular with an omnipotent aura swirling around him.
Dimitrio chuckled mirthlessly and said "Send bugs into the camp of the Zakhars. I want to know what have become of Dante."
"Yes boss." Matteo replied, always ready for action.
"If they want war, then they shall get it." Dimitrio said in a tone of finality and exited the assembly.
He entered his chambers, followed closely by Matteo. The latter normally only spoke when spoken to, but Dimitrio could tell that he was itching to say something.
"Speak." He turned to him once they were behind closed doors.
"What if Dante dies before we get to him?"
"He wouldn't."
"But... The document was stamped with blood. It's pointless using forensics to know if it's Dante's, and he's one of your most trusted men."
"Exactly why he was sent. They know why they sent the document, and Dante would rather die than spill anything. He's being punished right now, but certainly not dead."
Matteo nodded slowly amidst ragged breath. He never should have worried, knowing the kind of person the don was. He was logical, ruthless when it comes to rival groups and tackling trouble, cold and dangerous towards those who double crossed him, notwithstanding his relationship with them.
Dimitrio was greatly feared as the leader of one of the most notorious mafia groups in the whole of Rome, Italy. He ruled with an iron fist, and most groups would rather surrender than wage war against him.
"Send the girl in." Dimitrio's voice sliced through his thoughts.
"Yes, boss." Matteo replied and exited the room, leaving the don to his cold thoughts.
He eased himself in a chair directly facing the door and waited for her. The red haired girl that reminded him of his nemesis. She reminded him of the pain he had neatly tucked away in a lone corner in his heart. She made him mad with anger just by staring at him through glassy caramel eyes, she also made him flush with wonder at how untainted she was.
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Serena watched as Matteo informed Mariette that the don was waiting. Mariette, a woman whom Serena predicted to be in her 40's, nodded and replied to the underboss in Italian.
She turned to Serena afterwards "Shall we?"
Serena blinked through large hesitating eyes. After being cared for, washed and fed as supervised by Mariette, she wanted to be anywhere but beside the don. He scared the shit out of her by merely gazing at her through those metallic eyes that promised evil things.
"Can I just stay here?" She asked in a mumble, hoping that the woman would understand her fears.
Instead, Mariette chuckled "If you knew who you're keeping waiting, you wouldn't dare to ask that question. Now get up, young woman, and go to the don."
Serena swallowed and rose, she was clad in a proper dress now, but it was one that could be easily drawn off her shoulders. She figured that it was what the slaves in the mafia wore. Her legs quivered as she imagined what would transpire once she meets with the don. Would he tie her up and ravage her frail body till there was nothing left of her?
The thought made goosebumps rise on her skin as she moved alongside Mariette to the Don's quarters.
Serena took in the intricate beauty of the mansion. Everything screamed luxury and money, right down to the marble floor she walked on. It was true, she thought wistfully. The mafia had all the money in the world.
"I'll stop here." Mariette announced once they reached an elevator, to Serena's consternation. She punched a button and the door opened "It opens once it reaches the third floor. The Don's chamber is right there. Good luck."
Mariette turned and went on her way while hoping that Serena survive.
"Wow," Serena said to herself, quite amazed. She did as Mariette had instructed, and soon she was standing in front of the Don's room.
"This is awkward," She mumbled, staring at the golden plated door and wondering if she should knock or just barge in.
"There's no handle," She chuckled and shook her head. She must be going crazy, was there ever a door with no handle? Yet, she was standing in front of one.
After contemplating on what to do for seconds without arriving at any tangible idea, she gently pushed and the door slowly gave way.
She nervously tucked her head in, and her eyes found him. Her heart did that crazy tug, reminding her of her intense fear for him.
"Can... Uhm... Sorry, but can I come in?"
Dimitrio only watched her keenly. He watch her swallow before sluggishly entering the room and shutting the door. He noticed how amazed she was to see the intricate nature of the room. Almost everything was laced in black.
"Come here." He rumbled, and Serena imagined the sky and heavens obeying his command.
She walked to him, not sure of what to do. He was still seated. His eyes searched hers, they roamed her body and she shifted uncomfortably. The way he stared at her made her feel unclad, and she hated that heat was starting to pool in her belly because of his stare.
He was dangerous, to be dreaded, and was a murderer, yet warmth enveloped her like jelly when he gazed at her.
"Put yourself to good use and make me cum."
"Huh?" She blurted out before she knew it. The warmth she felt initially instantly morphed into ice. Freezing one.
"You heard me." He slurred, adjusting himself on the seat.
Serena took two steps backward, and then defiantly, she spat "I will do no such thing!"
Dimitrio rose and before she could try to run, he was by her side.
"What. Did. You. Say?" The words rolled off his tongue like hot coals.
"I said I will do no..." Her words were cut off when Dimitrio's hand connected with her neck in a strangle.
Tears brimmed Serena's eyes as she tried unsuccessfully to free herself from his grip. It was like wrestling against a rock, all the clawing did nothing to him. She was choking and if nothing was done, she would eventually kiss the world goodbye.
"You will not go against my word, Capelli Rossi," Dimitrio churned. "Do not think highly of yourself. I only bought you to rile Giovanni up, and it was for a miserly price. I can easily snap your neck and end your fucked up life right now and you do not want that, do you? Now, you will do whatever you're told, wherever you're told and however you're asked to fucking do it. Do you understand?"
Carmine's Pov She was beautiful. Even more beautiful than I remembered. Her red hair was loose around her shoulders. Her green eyes were wide with shock. She was wearing a white nightgown. She looked like an angel. But she was looking at me like I was the devil. She didn't move. She just stared at me through the glass. Her hand was on the latch. But she didn't open it. "Please," I said again. "Just a few minutes. That's all I ask." She unlocked the window and pushed it open. The night air rushed in. It was cold. But I didn't care. "What are you doing here?" Her voice was hard. Angry. But there was something else there too. Fear. "I came to see you. To explain." "Explain what? How you sold me? How you betrayed me?" "I know. I know what I did was wrong. But I've changed. I'm not the same man I was." She laughed. It was a bitter sound. "People don't change." "They do. I have. I came here to make things right." "By sneaking around the estate? By spying on me?" "I was trying t
Serena's Pov Something was wrong. I could feel it. The way Dimitrio avoided my eyes. The way he left the room when his phone rang. The way he whispered to Matteo in the hallway. He was keeping something from me. I waited two days before I confronted him. Two days of watching him pace. Two days of him coming to bed late and leaving early. Two days of silence. "Tell me what's going on," I said. We were in his study. He was reading a report. He didn't look up. "Nothing is going on." "Don't lie to me. I know something is wrong. You've been distant. Secretive." He set down the report. "I've been busy. There's a lot to deal with." "Busy with what? What are you hiding?" He looked at me. His face was tired. There were dark circles under his eyes. He hadn't been sleeping. "Sit down," he said. I didn't sit. I stood in front of his desk. My arms were crossed. "Just tell me." He sighed. "Carmine is in Rome." The words hit me like a slap. I felt my legs go weak. I grabbed the back o
Dimitrio's Pov I sent men to find Lucia the moment Serena told me about her mother's warning. Matteo handled the search personally. He had connections all over Rome. Informants in every neighborhood. If Lucia was still in the city, Matteo would find her. I also sent men to look for Carmine. Serena's ex-boyfriend. The man who had sold her. The man who had betrayed her with her own mother. He was out there somewhere. And if he was looking for Serena, I needed to find him first. But I didn't tell Serena about Carmine. Not yet. She had enough to deal with. Her mother. The announcement. The constant threats from Nadia and Giovanni. She didn't need to know that her ex-boyfriend was hunting her too. I would protect her from that. For now. The days after the announcement were strange. The estate had settled into an uneasy quiet. People were still talking. Still whispering. But no one dared to challenge me openly. Serena spent her days training. She was getting better. Faster. Stronger
Dimitrio's Pov Serena's face went pale. "Her mother," I repeated. I looked at Elena, who was still standing in the doorway. "Are you sure?" "She's waiting at the gate. She says her name is Lucia Marino. She's asking to see Miss Serena." I looked at Serena. She hadn't moved. She was sitting on the bed, frozen. Her hands were clenched in her lap. "You don't have to see her," I said. She didn't answer. "Serena." "I know." Her voice was quiet. "I just…I never thought she would come here." "What do you want to do?" She was quiet for a long moment. Then she looked at me. "I want to see her." "Are you sure?" "I need to know why she's here. What she wants." I nodded. "Then I'll come with you." "No. This is something I need to do alone." "Serena—" "Please, Dimitrio. This is my mother. My past. I need to face it on my own." I didn't like it. I didn't like the idea of her walking into a situation I couldn't control. But I also understood. She needed to do this. She needed to co
Serena's Pov I was his queen. The words kept repeating in my head. I had stood in front of the entire family. I had worn the green silk gown. I had listened as Dimitrio declared me his equal. His partner. His queen-to-be. It felt like a dream. But it was real. All of it. I stood in the empty hall after the guests had gone. The room was still decorated. Flowers on the tables. Empty glasses. The remnants of the celebration. It had been beautiful. But it was over now. "You did well tonight," Matteo said. He had come up beside me quietly. "Thank you." "The council won't admit it, but you impressed them. They expected you to be weak. Timid. Instead, you stood there like you already owned the place." "I was terrified." "You hid it well." I looked at him. "What happens now? With Nadia? With Giovanni?" He was quiet for a moment. "Now things get dangerous. Giovanni won't accept this. He'll move faster. And Nadia won't stop until she's dead or you are." "That's comforting." "It's
Dimitrio's Pov Nadia was standing at the back of the room. Her dark hair was a mess. Her dress was wrinkled and dirty. She looked like she had crawled out of whatever hole she had been hiding in. But her eyes were bright. Burning with something I recognized. Hatred. She was staring at Serena. Not at me. At Serena. Like she was imagining all the ways she wanted to hurt her. I felt my jaw tighten. My hands clenched at my sides. "Dimitrio," Serena whispered beside me. I looked at her. She had gone pale. Her eyes were fixed on the same spot. "Stay here," I said. I started walking. The crowd parted around me. I could hear the whispers. The gasps. Everyone knew something was wrong. They could feel it in the air. Nadia didn't move. She just stood there. Watching me approach. A small smile played at the corner of her lips. I reached her. Close enough to see the dirt under her fingernails. The scratches on her arms. She had been hiding somewhere. Maybe for days. "What are you doing







