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She's really okay?

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Liora’s POV

The morning light felt like a promise.

I woke up wrapped in Nikolai’s arms, his warm body pressed against mine, his steady breathing the most comforting sound in the world.

For a long moment, I just lay there, savoring the feeling of him finally home - the way his arm draped possessively over my waist, the way his chest rose and fell against my back, the faint scent of him that always made me feel safe.

After the long days apart, this simple closeness felt like everything I had be
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    Nikolai’s POVThe decision came to me in the middle of the night while Liora slept peacefully in my arms. After everything the separation, the danger in Krasnodar, the way she had cried in my arms when I returned, I wanted to give my family something normal. Something safe but free. A day where we could just be us.I arranged it quietly the next morning. A private beach cove I owned, secured for the day, with only a small, discreet team of men watching from a distance. No one would disturb us. When I told Liora and Alora over breakfast, their faces lit up in a way that made every risk I’d ever taken worth it.“Daddy, beach?” Alora asked, eyes wide with excitement as I lifted her onto my lap.“Yes, princess,” I said, kissing the top of her head. “Just us. No doctors, no meetings. Just sand, water, and ice cream.”Liora’s smile was radiant as she reached across the table to squeeze my hand. The look in her eyes, gratitude mixed with love made my chest tighten. I had missed that look

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    She's really okay?

    Liora’s POVThe morning light felt like a promise.I woke up wrapped in Nikolai’s arms, his warm body pressed against mine, his steady breathing the most comforting sound in the world. For a long moment, I just lay there, savoring the feeling of him finally home - the way his arm draped possessively over my waist, the way his chest rose and fell against my back, the faint scent of him that always made me feel safe. After the long days apart, this simple closeness felt like everything I had been yearning for.I turned slowly in his arms, careful not to wake him, and just watched him sleep. He looked so peaceful, the usual tension in his jaw gone, dark lashes resting against his cheeks. My heart swelled with love as I traced a gentle finger along his jawline, remembering how he had looked at me last night - with such raw need and deep affection. I leaned in and pressed a soft kiss to his shoulder, then his collarbone, just enjoying the warmth of him.He stirred eventually, a low, sl

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    Always with you

    Liora’s POVThe evening felt magical after such a beautiful family day.Alora was tucked in peacefully, and Nikolai and I finally had the night to ourselves. He pulled me into our bedroom, closing the door softly behind us. The way he looked at me, eyes dark with love and a hunger that hadn’t faded even after days apart — made my heart race.He cupped my face with both hands, thumbs brushing my cheeks as he leaned in. The kiss started slow and deep, full of all the days we’d been separated. His lips moved against mine with such yearning, like he was trying to make up for every missed moment. I melted into him, my hands sliding up his chest to wrap around his neck as I kissed him back with everything I had.When we finally parted, both of us breathing harder, he rested his forehead against mine. “The trip made me realize how much I need you,” he whispered, voice rough with emotion.“Every second away from you felt wrong. You and Alora are my everything. I don’t want to live without y

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    Because of you

    Liora’s POVThe sun felt brighter today, like the whole world was celebrating Nikolai’s return.We decided to spend the day outside in the garden with Alora, turning it into a proper family day. Nikolai carried her the entire way from the medical wing, her little arms wrapped around his neck as she giggled and told him all about the pictures she’d drawn for him while he was gone. Watching them together made my heart feel so full it almost hurt in the best way.“Careful with her arm, baby,” I reminded him gently as he lifted her higher to reach a flower.“I’ve got her,” he said, voice warm and confident. He held her like she was the most precious thing in the world, kissing the top of her head as she pointed out butterflies. “Look at that one, princess. It’s the same color as your favorite dress.”Alora squealed with delight, and Nikolai spun her gently — just enough to make her laugh without jostling her injured arm. The sound of their laughter filled the garden, chasing away the last

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    Breakfast could wait

    Liora’s POVThe morning light filtered softly through the curtains, painting our bedroom in gentle golden hues. I woke up first, wrapped securely in Nikolai’s arms, his warm body pressed against mine.For a long moment, I just lay there, savoring the feeling of him finally home, the steady rise and fall of his chest, the weight of his arm around my waist, the familiar scent of him that I had missed so desperately.I tried to slip out of his arms gently, wanting to do something nice for him after his stressful journey. But the moment I moved, his hold tightened instinctively, pulling me closer with a sleepy grumble. I smiled softly, pressing a kiss to his chest before trying again. This time he didn’t pull me back. He stayed deeply asleep, his face relaxed in a way I rarely saw when he was awake. I knew it was because the journey had been exhausting for him, the long flights, the dangerous meetings, the weight of responsibility he carried for all of us.My heart swelled with love and

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    He was home

    Liora’s POVThe morning felt different somehow.I woke up with a quiet hope in my chest, even though Nikolai had said he’d be home late. I spent the day trying to keep busy, playing with Alora, walking in the garden, touching his bracelet every few minutes like it could bring him back faster. Alora kept asking about him, and I told her with a smile that Daddy was coming home today.“Really?” she’d asked, eyes wide with excitement.“Really,” I promised, kissing her forehead. “He misses you so much.”The hours stretched on. I tried to stay strong for her, but inside I was a bundle of nerves and yearning. Every sound in the mansion made my heart jump, hoping it was him. By evening, I was exhausted from waiting, sitting in our bedroom with his pillow in my arms, counting the minutes.Then I heard it, the sound of the front door opening downstairs, followed by familiar footsteps.My heart stopped.I ran.I didn’t even think. I flew down the stairs in his oversized shirt, bare feet slap

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    Morning Light

    Liora's POV Sunlight pierced the heavy velvet curtains like it had no right to be there. I hadn’t slept. Not really. Every time I closed my eyes, I felt that icy gray gaze dragging over my body in the study. The silk robe still lay draped over the chair where I’d dropped it last night, a silen

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    First Night's Rules

    Liora's POV The black silk robe felt like a punishment.I tied the thin belt with shaking fingers, the fabric whispering against my bare skin. No bra. No panties. Nothing but this flimsy shield between me and whatever the Mafia King planned to do with me tonight.Ogura’s mocking video still echoe

  • The Mafia King's Collateral    Into the Lion's Den

    Liora's POV The black SUV smelled like expensive leather and barely contained danger.I sat rigid in the back seat, Alora pressed so tightly against my side that I could feel her little heart racing. The video of Ogura mocking me still played on loop in my mind, his laughter, the other woman’s mo

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    Liora's POV The cheap bottle of wine felt heavy in my hand as I pushed open the apartment door. I had scraped together the last of my money for it — a pathetic little celebration after Ogura’s death. One night to toast freedom. One night to believe the bruises on my arms would finally fade and I

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