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TO LOVE A MONSTER 015
The tension of their conversation hung heavy between them. Alessio’s pulse still thundered in his ears, the words they’d just traded settling like lead in his chest. He hadn’t planned to come here angry. Hell, he hadn’t even planned to come here at all.But the thought of Rafael walking headfirst into a trap, of his father putting a bullet between those familiar, reckless eyes, made something unbearable twist inside him.Alessio stepped back, breaking the grip Rafael had on his jacket. “I mean it, Rafael,” he said quietly, his voice raw from everything unspoken. “If you’re not careful, they’ll come for you. And I won’t be able to stop it.”Rafael’s gaze searched his face, something softer, sadder flickering in the depths of his dark eyes. “Would you even want to stop it?” he asked, a bitter edge in his voice.Alessio’s throat tightened. “Don’t ask me that.”“I need to know,” Rafael insisted, his hand catching Alessio’s wrist, the grip firm but not rough. “If it came down to it… if it
TO LOVE A MONSTER 014
The morning came too soon.Alessio woke with the sharp Ray of sunlight cutting through his window, the hazy glow of dawn brushing against his skin like an accusation. His head ached not from drink, but from the kind of exhaustion that sleep never really fixed.For a fleeting second, he reached across the bed, expecting to find Isabella still there.But of course, there was only cold sheets.And duty.Always duty.A knock came at the door, sharp and impersonal. Without waiting for a reply, Pietro one of his father’s trusted men stepped inside, his face as unreadable as ever.“Your father wants you downstairs,” Pietro announced. “Now.”Alessio scrubbed a hand over his face, dragging himself up. “What is it this time?”“Meeting. Something about the Marcelli deal. And your presence is expected.”Because of course it was. He was the heir. The future of the De Luca name. A pawn dressed up like a king.“I’ll be there,” Alessio muttered, already reaching for the nearest clean shirt.Pietro l
TO LOVE A MONSTER 013
It wasn’t the kind of view you’d find in the expensive lounges or penthouses they both knew too well, it was rougher, quieter, the kind of place no one bothered to look.A forgotten rooftop on the outskirts of town. Unassuming. Discreet.And for tonight, it was theirs.Alessio leaned against the low wall at the edge of the roof, his hands tucked into the pockets of his coat as the wind teased through his dark hair. He wasn’t dressed like a don’s heir tonight. No tailored suit. No polished shoes. Just dark jeans, a black sweater, and the kind of exhaustion that came from pretending too long.He checked his watch.11:47 p.m.He’d sent the message earlier, his words brief but unmistakable.“Come find me. I need you.”No location shared, no address. Rafael would know where.And sure enough, a minute later, footsteps echoed softly against the worn concrete. Alessio didn’t have to turn to know it was him.A pair of strong arms wrapped around him from behind, pulling him in close. The sce
TO LOVE A MONSTER 012
The night air hung thick, carrying the scent of rain and wet concrete. The courtyard behind the Montoya estate was quiet except for the ragged breathing of the man kneeling on the ground, his face swollen and streaked with sweat.Rafael stood a few feet away, cigarette smoldering between his fingers, the glow of the security lights catching the sharp lines of his face. His expression was unreadable, a portrait of calm edged with something colder.“Rafael.....please,” the man stammered, voice cracking. “It wasn’t me. I swear it on my mother’s grave, I didn’t...."“You passed the information,” Rafael said, his voice low and steady. No Drama. No threats. Just fact. “About the port shipment. To the Ravellis.”The man’s eyes widened. “No.... I....I only...”Rafael’s hand moved without hesitation. The pistol came up, the barrel glinting in the half light. There was a single, sharp report, the crack of the shot cutting clean through the night.The man collapsed in a heap, blood darkening th
TO LOVE A MONSTER 011
The morning light streamed through the tall windows of the De Luca dining room, catching the edge of crystal glasses and the polished surface of the table. The air was thick with the rich scent of espresso, warm bread, and the quiet expectations of a powerful family.Alessio sat at his usual place, dressed in a white shirt, sleeves rolled to his elbows. His tie hung loose around his neck, and though he lifted his fork and took bites of his food, he barely tasted any of it.Across from him, Isabella watched him in silence for a moment. Her long, dark hair spilled over one shoulder, and her manicured fingers toyed absently with the rim of her coffee cup.“You’ve been awfully quiet this morning,” she said lightly, her voice laced with a sweetness that felt carefully measured. “Didn’t sleep well?”Alessio glanced up at her. Their eyes met for a beat too long before he forced a polite, tight lipped smile.“I’m fine,” he said. “Just a long night. Business matters.”Isabella arched a brow, c
TO LOVE A MONSTER 010
The lounge was dim, thick with the scent of aged whiskey and smoke. Soft jazz filtered through the speakers, curling around the low conversation of men in tailored suits and ties. Alessio De Luca sat in a shadowed corner, a glass of bourbon in hand, the amber liquid catching what little light reached him.He wasn’t supposed to be here.Not tonight, not like this.But when Rafael Montayo walked in tall, sharp jawed, carrying danger in every careless stride, Alessio’s carefully cultivated restraint cracked like thin ice.Their eyes met across the room. No words. No subtle nod. Just that look. Heavy. Private. A weight of memory and want.Rafael wasn’t alone. A few of his father’s men hovered nearby, laughing too loudly, gesturing toward the card tables. Rafael brushed them off with a murmured excuse, making his way toward the bar.Alessio didn’t think. He moved.He left his untouched drink and crossed the room, the hum of conversation dulling under the pulse in his ears. When he reach
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