THE MAFIA KING’S NAUGHTY BRIDE

Gabriella rolled on the bed at the sound of a loud knock on her door, she groaned internally wondering who it could be this early in the morning. Grabbing her phone on the bed, she checked the time squinting her eyes as the screen brightness popped up.8:00 AM.The knocking got louder as she rolled on the bed grabbing her bathrobe and wearing it over her naked body, "Who is that?" She yelled making it to the living room.As she approached the door, her mind raced with possibilities. Could it be her nosy neighbor? Her neighbor was fond of coming to complain about something Or maybe it was the delivery person with a package she had been eagerly awaiting.She looked into the peephole just to be sure, she stared at a delivery man waiting patiently with a package. Taking a deep breath, she reached for the doorknob and opened the door."Good morning, ma'am," the delivery man greeted her courteously, his friendly demeanor putting her at ease."Good morning," she replied, returning his smile.

Gabriella followed Maria down the hallway, she didn't need to look twice to know that every last detail in the estate costs a fortune, from the artwork on the wall to the tiles and the marbled floor that shined under the soft lights.The elegance of the place was undeniable, yet it did nothing to ease the tightness in her chest. Every step she took felt heavy, weighed down by the reality of her situation.How could her Dad sell her off like she was some piece of meat? How could he? She knew his dealings when it came to alcohol and gambling, but she had never been tangled up in any of it.Maria led her to a room at the end of a long corridor. She opened the door, revealing a space that was more luxurious than any room Gabriella had ever been in. The bed was large, with soft, inviting sheets.There was a window that offered a view of the estate's vast gardens, and for a moment, Gabriella allowed herself to be distracted by the beauty of it all."This will be your room," Maria said, her

Gabriella opened her eyes slowly, her vision blurry, she noticed what seemed to be two shadows standing afar. She blinked twice as the blurry vision became clearer revealing Enzo with his hands in his pocket speaking to the female doctor earlier in the day."How is she now?" Enzo asked the doctor, his tone hushed."Much better, thank goodness the blow to her head wasn't severe. I will advise she get some rest, I noticed some unusual markings on her-""You didn't touch her, did you?""On your request, I didn't, but she needs to be checked.""Very well, you may leave. Maria will take it from here," Enzo muttered. The doctor nodded and left the room closing the door behind her."Looks like our little bait is awake," he chuckled walking over to Gabriella, he reached out to touch her cheek but she moved her head to the side irritated and angered by the feel of his hand on her skin.He touched her chin and tilted her head forcefully to face him. "Now, now, Angel. No need for such hostility.

Gabriella had spent the whole day in her room, she had planned to starve herself but Maria had forced her to eat some grapes and food so she could take her medication.It didn't take long before sleep took over and she found herself dreaming about escaping the Saviano estate but this time successfully. She soon woke up groaning in pain at the sound of the room door opening slightly."How are you feeling Ma'am?" Maria asked stepping into the room. She had left her to get some rest in preparation for the event but looking at her puffy eyes she wasn't sure she got enough rest.She had tried to convince Mr. Saviano, that Miss Gabriella was still too weak to attend an event but Mr. Saviano insisted that it was either Gabriella was ready or her head would be placed on a spike.She did gulp at his word, gave a slight nod, and walked out of his office reminding herself not to ever go against his word again."Do I have to go to this darn event?" Gabriella groaned sitting up on the bed and plac

Gabriella's mind raced as she processed the words that Enzo had uttered but she found herself froze in place allowing his kiss her deeply, his hand holding on to her waist and pulling her closer to him.When Enzo slowly pulled away Gabriella cursed deeply under her breath. What had happened to her? Why had she not shoved him off or given him a tight slap across the face, instead she had allowed him to have his way with her in front of all these people.The room erupted into applause, but Gabriella could only focus on Enzo's smirk. She knew that he was enjoying this, watching her squirm under the weight of his announcement.How dare he do this to her? Wasn't it enough torture to have her trapped in his estate, now he was claiming she was his fiancée further trapping her in here."Let us enjoy tonight, courtesy of me and my beautiful woman," Enzo said. They all applauded again and scattered through the hall. Some walked to refill their drinks and others discuss Enzo's announcement in awe