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I didn't know why but my heart fluttered at the way he protectively stood up for me. I didn't even realize I was smiling until I looked at my reflection in one of the wine glasses.I had no idea where all these feelings were coming from but...A part of her actually liked the girl she was pretending to be. I opened my mouth to respond but froze, my eyes bulging in shock. Shit!I could feel the food climbing back up, and my throat was beginning to close. The allergy symptoms had begun and if I didn't get out of here quickly, I would probably break into a terrifying rash.I couldn't let that happen! Not when things were already going this smoothly. I snatched my purse, and rose to my feet, "I'm sorry, I need to use the bathroom," I mumbled, trying to keep the food down but it was relentless."Oh," Giovanni stared at her with concern, nearly standing as well, "I'll just fetch a maid to show you the-""I can show her," Cristina jumped to her feet, smiling brightly, "you don't have to w
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|GIOVANNI'S POV|We spent the rest of the ride back in silence, our fingers were intertwined as I rubbed my thumb back and forth against her skin. For some reason, she'd been unusually quiet since we left my home. The car suddenly stopped, Ken announcing that we had arrived already. I bobbed my head and pulled open the door by my side before climbing down, walking over I did the same thing for Dahlia and offered her a hand,She smiled and with my support, climbed down from the vehicle. "Thank you," she whispered, and I nodded in response. The evening's breeze was cool against my skin, even with the layers of clothes I was wearing. I looked at her, watching as her hair flowed with the wind, and a smile tugged at my mouth. The meetup with my family went better than I expected, while I didn't imagine a complete catastrophe, the smoothness of it still stunned me. Father was definitely sold on her, I didn't think he would like her but her position in business must have done it. The t
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|GIOVANNI'S POV|"I didn't think you'd be greedy enough to actually find a wife."I froze, turning on my heels to fully face him. He stood with his arms crossed against his chest, his brows knitted tightly. José was sitting on an armchair behind him, his eyes darting between the both of us. Cristina settled on one arm of the chair, a quiet excitement gleaming in her expression. Father watched our interaction quietly, his fingers tight around his cane. And Alessia, she'd joined them halfway through lunch stood by the side, bored by her boyfriend's antics. I couldn't blame her. "Do you have anything to say to me, Luca?" He walked closer, the space between us less than a foot, "Finding some roadside chick is beneath you, Giovanni," he spat, his tone filled with ire, "Everyone is disappointed in you."I scoffed at him, the corners of my lips twitching. My legs stepped forward, closing the distance between us so we were at eye level,"What the fuck did you just say?"Father slammed th
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|GIOVANNI'S POV|The line trilled for a few seconds before he picked it, and I placed it on loudspeaker,"To what do I owe this pleasure?" His voice echoed, and I scoffed. "Let's meet at the bar," my tone was straightforward, "I'm craving a drink."He chuckled, humor lacing his voice, "You got it, Gio.""See you in a few minutes," I responded, leaning my neck back against the head rest. "Enzo." I ended the call, my jaw tight as I remembered all that happened back inside. My family had a talent for testing my patience. It came naturally to everyone of them, including Father. By the time we arrived at the bar, the pulsing rage within me had already withered and all that was left was the insane urge to drink."You sure you don't need me to come inside, Boss?" Ken asked, slamming the door behind me and I adjusted the lapel of my jacket."No, I'll be fine."He eyed me with caution, but nodded, "I'll be right here in case you need me."I waved him off, tucking my hands into my pocket as
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I woke up with a start, my breath catching in my throat like I'd been yanked halfway through a race.My head throbbed painfully, it felt like someone had slammed it against a wall while I was asleep. It didn't make sense why I woke up with a nasty migraine, and I realized that I was worse off than when I'd slept last night. The pills were beginning to lose their effectiveness, and doubling always had her throwing up in the middle of the night. So I drank myself to sleep, and now I have an even nastier headache to deal with."Shit," I cursed as I ran my fingers through my tangled hair, the strands sticking slightly with sweat. The room was dim, curtains drawn, and the ceiling fan above spun lazily, creaking every few turns in a way that grated at my ears. I couldn't feel the air it was pushing down, if anything it made the room even more warm. I exhaled slowly and let my head drop back onto the pillow. Although, most of the migraine was due to my inappropriate choice last night,
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I tipped my chin, defiantly stubborn, "Why? Why do I have to do this?" He stared at me for a moment, his eyes red-rimmed as he responded,"Because it's what your sister would've wanted." "What?"He took my hand in his, and squeezed gently, "You don't have to stay long, and besides," he exhaled, his forehead marred by a deep frown. "It's better to do it now than later."I shrugged my hand from his, narrowing my eyes at him, "What are you talking about? Why would Dahlia want this?" It made no sense. Dahlia prided on her work more than anything in this world. Why would she want to give up everything just like that? "It was hers and Gio's decision," he said, his voice low. "They agreed she was going to quit once they were married." What?"He doesn't want her working anymore."It suddenly hit me then, when he kept talking about how he would take care of me and my family, this was what he meant. He wanted a housewife, and Dahlia was willing to throw all of her hard work away. I scoff
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"And what about Daisy?" I stiffened, my fingers curling into a tight fist. My eyes narrowed as I asked him,"What about her?"He rose to his feet, a quiet storm brewing in his expression. "You always used to mention how proud she is of your job. It was why she gifted everyone a piece of her artwork," he cocked a brow, "Does she know about this?"The silence in the room echoed, but it wasn't louder than the way my heart raced. I wanted to tell him that it was Daisy standing in front of him, and that Dahlia was dead, taken from them within the blink of an eye. But I couldn't. My tongue felt too heavy, and I thought of the promise I made to Dad, and I didn't want to admit it but...A small part of me wanted to survive. And I knew that this was the only way out. So I kept my expression firm, and told him sternly, "It wouldn't change anything." A small pained smile made its way on my lips, genuine, "Good bye, Mr. Henley."I didn't wait for a reply. Turning on my heel, I stepped out and
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"My name is Dahlia," I told him with an aggravated frown, "I don't know what the hell you're talking about."He was still staring at me with that disconcerting look on his face, "No." He finally said, shaking his head, "you're definitely Daisy. I know those eyes anywhere." I whipped to face him, and he quickly stepped away. I eyed him warily, unsure what was running through his mind. I looked away, turning to face the now smoking engine, and raked my fingers through my hair. "Are you like a superhero or something?" I looked up, raising my brows. "Officer worker by day, rebel artist by night."I blinked, caught off guard. "I don't know what you're talking about," I said, my voice stern. "If you'll excuse me."I peered hard at the engine in front of me, trying to decipher what I could do to make it better. It seemed like I had no other alternative but to call Dad, he was the only one who could get me out of this fix,And this crazy man who didn't want to accept what I was telling him.
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When his lips parted to break the silence, I sucked in a deep breath. "You're beautiful." I blinked, startled by the unexpected compliment. "I bet you say that to every unsuspecting bride."He smirked, stepping closer with his hands tucked casually into his pockets. "No," he said, his gaze dropping briefly to my lips before returning to my eyes. "I only say that to my own bride. The woman I'm looking at right now."I couldn't help the way my lips twitched, "what are you doing here?" I quipped, tilting my head. "You know it's bad luck to see the bride before the wedding, and especially in my wedding dress.""I just wanted to make sure you weren't having any second thoughts," his fingers found her exposed arm, trailing gently. "You're going to become the Mafia Boss's wife after all."Well...if he was going to play this game. "Why? Is there anything I should be wary of?"He chuckled, the sound like deep rushing wine. "Maybe," his fingers stopped at my pulsing neck. "How good are you w
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It was finally here. The day I was earnestly praying not to come, certainly not now. I was standing in front of the grand vanity, the golden lights from the bulb above illuminating my form.The room smelled faintly of roses and vanilla, and the quiet hum of classical music drifted in the background. I silently stared at my reflection. The woman in front of the mirror didn't feel like me, the makeup artist had spent hours perfecting my face. My skin was flawless, her light grey eyes accentuated with subtle shimmer and bold cat-eye flick that made them seem sharper. My lips were a muted rose color, and my hair had been curled into soft waves, pinned delicately beneath the lace trimmed veil that spilled down my back like a waterfall. And the dress. Another gasp slipped out of my mouth as I gazed at the beauty again. The gown hugged me in all the right places. It was a timeless piece of ivory silk and intricate designs that cinched at my waist and flowed to the ground like a dream.
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|GIOVANNI'S POV|The car ride back from the hall was a blur of quick turns and muffled chatter through the Bluetooth speaker. I leaned back against the leather seat, the phone pressed to my ear, and my fingers tightened into a fist. "No, I want white lilies, not roses," I said into the phone, my voice calm but leaning no room for argument. "And make sure the guest list is double checked. No mistakes. I don't want anyone slipping in who wasn't invited."The event planner on the other end stammered a hurried agreement, and I exhaled slowly, glancing out the window as the city blurred by. My mind raced through a checklist that never seemed to end,The venue security, table arrangements, the menu for the after-party, even the stupid little favors for the guest. Everything had to be perfect. "The catering?" I asked sharply when the planner hesitated. "All confirmed, sir," she rushed to assure me. "The seafood you requested, the Italian stations, and the private wine selections. They're
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"Michelle!" I nearly knocked over the table as I shot up to my feet, rushing forward to embrace the one person I've been waiting to see all morning. "Well, this is a warm welcome," she murmured into my neck, reciprocating the hug. After a moment, I pulled back to glare at her and she blinked."What did I do?""What took you so long?"She smiled sheepishly, raising a bag in the air. "I went clothes shopping, I still don't know what I'm gonna wear for the wedding."I rolled my eyes just as my dad spoke from behind, his tone was chastising,"Michelle, how many times have I told you to knock before you enter?"She walked around me so she could face him properly, "I knocked, Mr. Monroe. No one answered so I let myself in.""You knocked?""Yes." She nodded. Dad blinked, glancing at Chandler and Casey. "Did you hear a knock?" Both of them shook their heads, and he frowned, "Even if you did knock, that was a terrible way to let yourself in. You just busted in here.""I thought it was a co
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The sound of our forks and knives scraping against the fine china was the only sound that echoed in the dining room, along with Chandler's loud and annoying chewing. "Fuck it, Chandler!" Casey hissed, slamming her fork against the table, and making all of us jolt in shock, "Can't you chew quietly? I can't fucking eat with all of that disgusting noise."Chandler glared at her, his dark eyes narrowing, "What the hell are you talking about? You're the only one who's hearing me chew."Both of them directed their gaze at Dad and me, I grimaced tightly and Dad cleared his throat. That made Chandler shift on his chair, "You see," Casey snapped at him, "Eat like a fucking human-""Stop cursing at the table, Cas," Dad interrupted, giving her a warning glare, "let Chandler eat how he feels comfortable." Although Chandler gave him a weak smile, the sound of his chewing drastically reduced, and I caught the sheepish smirk on Casey's face.The girl just knew how to get what she wanted. But that
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I returned to the main hall, surprised to find Giovanni and Valerie deep in a conversation and judging from her wide eyes, she seemed to be really invested in what he was saying. For some reason, that didn't settle well with me. I settled beside him, smiling wryly as he threw his hand over my shoulders. "Now you're here!" Valerie chipped excitedly, and I forced a grin on my face. "Your fiancé almost pulled out a search team for you." I looked at Giovanni only to find him staring deeply at me, an unreadable expression on his face. "Are you okay?" He asked, and I nodded."I'm good." He looked around, and frowned. "Where is Enzo?""Did you guys miss me already?" Enzo strolled back in, flashing a charming grin as he settled beside Valerie."You're back-" she barely finished her sentence when he pulled her in for a quick kiss on her lips. She giggled, and swatted his chest. "Enzo!""What? I missed only you." Enzo responded, causing her to laugh even more as she melted into his side.
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The bathroom was pristine, almost annoyingly so. If I was in a good mood, I probably would've taken the time and appreciation to look through the marble countertops, and the soft gold lightning that gave the place a 90's feel. The only thing I was thankful for however was the delicate smell of roses lingering in the air. It helped in calming my racing heart. I walked toward the sink, admiring the gold-plated faucet, and the fresh towels that smelled like jasmine nearly folded on a small rack beside the sink. How much would all of this cost? The thought that they were going to have a full course meal soon sent a chill down my spine.I had an inkling that the price alone would put me in debt for the rest of my life. I gripped the edge of the counter, trying to steady my breathing. My reflection in the mirror didn't help. My skin was almost too pale, despite the makeup I'd put on. And my eyes were wide and strained.I sucked in another sharp breath, counting down to ten in my head a
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But it wasn't a joke, or prank. It was real, and he was in front of me. Enzo was right in front of me, and he looked equally astonished. I tried to act cool, keeping my shoulders relaxed and my expression calm, but my heart was racing like a wild horse. I did my best to avoid his stare, keeping my gaze focused on the marble floors. I walked beside Giovanni, as we moved to the side of the table. He looked unfazed as he exchanged handshakes with Enzo, and shared a brief nod with the girl by his side. Both of them had stood up already, exchanging quiet conversations amongst themselves.I wasn't sure I wanted to listen. I felt his arm that was wrapped around my waist nudge me forward, and suddenly, the spotlight was on me."I would like you to meet my fiancee," he said coolly, linking our fingers together, "Dahlia Monroe." I forced a smile on my face, the brunette by Enzo returned the gesture with a small wave."And this is Enzo Pavarotti," Giovanni pointed towards him, and then to t
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I stared at the building through the tinted window of the car, my fingers drumming against the skin of my clutch purse. Ken walked over to my side, and opened the door for me, stretching my hand in my direction,I placed my hand atop his, and with his aid climbed down from the vehicle. I sucked in a deep breath, taking in the magnificent view. People trolled in and out of the building looking extremely luxurious and expensive. The night air kissed my skin, and I shivered the longer I stood. I resisted the urge to wrap my arms around myself, keeping my fingers tight against the purse.I kept Michelle's advice in the back of my head, her urgent voice echoing in my mind,Cut your food small. Laugh behind your hands. Don't speak unless spoken to. And always, always look at Giovanni like he's the only man in the world. I exhaled sharply, shutting my eyes briefly. I could do the first few things, I'd been doing it for about two weeks now. I could play demure. Pretend to be soft and quiet
