Chapter 19

GIULIA

My entire body hurt. I knew I shouldn't have provoked him like I did yesterday, but I was feeling rather adventurous. I checked the time on the wall clock, wincing when I saw it was already late.

Last night, after the rough, mind-blowing sex I had with Mark, he booted me out of his room. The bastard didn't even let me rest! He kicked me out like I was a whore! Well, screw him.

I rolled out of bed, trying not to wince from the pain. No one told me the first time would be this painful. Well, I wasn't complaining, was I? Though he was rough and treated me more like a slut, it was so freaking good!

A shiver ran through my spine at the thoughts of last night. The mafia lord seemed to know how to use his guns. If you know what I'm talking about.

I had a quick bath and got dressed in a blue gown. I took extra care with my hair, aiming to impress. I braided it, tying the tip with a blue ribbon to match my dress. I would have added some make-up, but I wasn't a make-up fan.

With a look i