I was in too deep, and the mafia’s grip on my life tightened with each passing day.My obsession with Salma could cost us both everything.Yet, the pull of her was too strong to resist.As our lips moved together, I felt the heat rise between us, the undeniable chemistry sparking a fire that threatened to consume us both.My hands roamed over her curves, memorizing every inch of her body as if she were a lifeline, a tether to a world I desperately wanted to be a part of.I pulled away just enough to gaze into her eyes, searching for any sign of hesitation.“Salma,” I murmured, my voice a low growl, “this isn’t just a fling. I want you. All of you. I need you in my life.”She looked away, biting her lip as if trying to hold back the flood of emotions swirling inside her.“But Vito, what about everything else? Juan… the business… the danger?”Her voice trembled, uncertainty etched on her beautiful face.I stepped back slightly, giving her space to breathe, but not enough to break the te
I knew he was right, but the implications of his words sent a wave of panic through me.What did it mean to choose him?The mafia world was dangerous, and I had seen enough to know how easily lives could unravel in that world.“What about Juan?” I asked, my voice trembling.“Juan is a pawn in this game,” Vito said, his voice hardening. “He has no idea what he’s dealing with. You think this is just about business? It’s more than that. You have to trust me, Salma.”His words reverberated in my mind, and I felt the ground shift beneath me.The tension between us was palpable, the air thick with unspoken desires and fears.“I don’t know if I can trust you,” I admitted, my voice breaking.Vito’s expression softened slightly, but the intensity remained.“You don’t have to trust me yet. Just let me show you how I can protect you. How we can be together.”Before I could respond, he leaned in again, capturing my lips with his, and this time I melted into him completely, surrendering to the whi
What would I say?How could I explain this pull toward him?I knew Juan was good for me.He provided stability, laughter, and love.But my heart was restless, beating for someone who lived in shadows and danger.It didn’t make sense.I thought about Vito’s charm, his confidence, and the way he took charge.He had a power that drew me in like a moth to a flame, yet it terrified me.Suddenly, I heard a soft knock at my door, making me jump.“Salma? It’s me, Juan,” he called, his voice gentle.I opened the door, forcing a smile.“Hey, what’s up?”He stepped inside, closing the door behind him.“I just wanted to check on you. You seemed a bit distant earlier.”I looked down, feeling exposed.“I’m okay, just tired.”He studied me, and I could see the concern etched on his face.“Are you sure? You know you can talk to me about anything.”I nodded, swallowing hard.I couldn’t lay my burdens on him.I had to keep him safe from the storm that was brewing inside me.“I’m fine, really. Just a lo
What would I say?How could I explain this pull toward him?I knew Juan was good for me.He provided stability, laughter, and love.But my heart was restless, beating for someone who lived in shadows and danger.It didn’t make sense.I thought about Vito’s charm, his confidence, and the way he took charge.He had a power that drew me in like a moth to a flame, yet it terrified me.Suddenly, I heard a soft knock at my door, making me jump.“Salma? It’s me, Juan,” he called, his voice gentle.I opened the door, forcing a smile.“Hey, what’s up?”He stepped inside, closing the door behind him.“I just wanted to check on you. You seemed a bit distant earlier.”I looked down, feeling exposed.“I’m okay, just tired.”He studied me, and I could see the concern etched on his face.“Are you sure? You know you can talk to me about anything.”I nodded, swallowing hard.I couldn’t lay my burdens on him.I had to keep him safe from the storm that was brewing inside me.“I’m fine, really. Just a lo
I hesitated.The thought of sitting down with Juan, pretending everything was normal while my mind was consumed by thoughts of another man, made my skin crawl.“Maybe tomorrow? I just… need some time to myself tonight.”“Okay, but you know I’m always here for you, right?”He sounded sincere, and it stung.“Yeah, I know. Thanks, Juan.”I hung up and felt a wave of sadness wash over me.My heart ached, torn between loyalty to Juan and my yearning for Vito.As the evening dragged on, I felt the weight of the world pressing down on my shoulders.The laughter from earlier echoed in my mind, and I couldn’t help but think back to my last night with Vito.How could I have let myself get so tangled in this web of emotions?14VITOBack in Italy, I was trying to maintain my composure amidst the chaos of the family business.My mother’s funeral had been a grim affair, and now I was supposed to take the reins.I paced my office, the walls adorned with reminders of the legacy I was supposed to uph
I tried not to let Juan see the change in me, but it was impossible to hide.He started asking questions, wondering why I seemed distant.I told him I was just tired, that work had been stressful.He believed me, or at least he pretended to.But I could see the doubt in his eyes.He knew something was off, even if he didn’t know what.Then one evening, as we were having dinner, Juan mentioned something that made my blood run cold.“We’ve been having some issues with the company lately,” he said casually, cutting into his steak. “Some new guy has taken over one of the firms we work with. Italian guy. Vito something.”I froze, my fork halfway to my mouth.“Vito?”“Yeah, you know him? Is this the same Vito you told me about”I shook my head quickly, my heart pounding.“Yeah...”Juan didn’t seem to notice my reaction, or if he did, he didn’t comment on it.But the mention of Vito’s name sent my mind spiraling.He was back.He was in the city, and he was involved in Juan’s business.My sto