Semua Bab Johnny Gravano: Bab 21 - Bab 30

I spent the whole day packing and drawing.No one disturbed me, for which I was grateful.Only when Isabella came and announced that dinner was ready did I realize that I was hungry.We walked downstairs together, and I could hear voices. When we entered, I saw a few men around the table, drinking and smoking.Johnny leaned back in his chair with a cigarette in his hand, talking to Ciro and Luca. As Isabella and I took our seats, Stefano smiled at me.I gave him a small smile and noticed Isabella watching us with a frown. "Alright, that's it. I think she's in love with Stefano. That's why Camilla asked me, 'What's going on between the two of us?'"I picked up my knife and fork, cutting the steak in front of me. I looked up at Johnny as I ate, swallowing my food."Are your parents going to be there?"Johnny gave me a single nod."So I will be meeting your family?"Again, he only gave me a single nod."Don't stress; his mother and grandmother are lovely people, but if his father is there

I walked into the bathroom and took a sharp intake of air as I looked around.It was much more relaxing than the one back at Johnny's other house. The theme colors were brown and white, with a Spanish flair. It featured his-and-hers washbasins and lavatories, plus a wall of showerheads—nine in total—and a steam shower.The whole place was a double-story log cabin, which I loved. It felt comfortable, and nothing here seemed overly luxurious or pretentious.I walked over to the bathtub, which resembled a small pool, and turned on the hot water tap before locking the door. I found a honey bubble bath, poured some into the tub, and stripped down.Slipping into the hot water, I let out a blissful sigh. After spending some time soaking, I got out and dried myself, my stomach growling in the process.Opening my suitcase on the bed, I found a red silk nightgown that reached mid-thigh. I put on red lace underwear and brushed my hair, letting it fall down my back.Once I was ready, I opened the

I allowed myself a sleep-in today. The last few days had been exhausting, and I was eager to explore the house. The cold had intensified recently, making it difficult to venture outside. I had thought about using the huge jacuzzi but quickly pushed the idea away—Johnny would see me and undoubtedly get annoyed.Today, Johnny was going to buy the paint Clarissa and I had chosen, while Clarissa and Elma attended a tea party they were invited to. Ciro was holed up in the study, as usual.I asked Johnny why Ciro always stayed in the study and never came out. He told me Ciro was working on something he’d been asked to handle.The door suddenly opened."You know there’s a thing called knocking?" I said, feigning annoyance.“Oh, that’s what they call it,” he replied, as if he hadn’t caught the sarcasm in my voice.He closed the door behind him and asked, "Are you sure you don’t want to come with me?"I rolled my eyes. "I’m a hundred percent positive. Go and have fun. Do you realize this is you

In the morning, I found myself waking up on the floor. I groaned getting up, and looking around, I realized I had fallen asleep in the studio.I walked towards the door, and just as I opened it, Elma stood there."Good morning; breakfast is ready," she said with a tired smile."Good morning, thank you. You look tired this morning. Didn't you sleep well?" I wondered why she had bags under her eyes.She nodded. "Clarissa and I were looking for you all night."I suddenly felt bad for scaring them like that. I wondered where Johnny and Ciro were and if they were alright."They are upstairs, my dear," Elma said, answering my unspoken question.I bit my lip. "Are they mad at me?""I don't think so, dear. Let's just say that room holds many memories, but it's not my place to tell you."Elma and I made our way to the kitchen, and as soon as I stepped inside, Clarissa gave me a tight hug."Oh, my dear, I'm glad you are okay. We were worried about you.""I'm sorry." I awkwardly hugged her back s

I found myself waking up before five in the morning, feeling excited about today. I'm not sure why; maybe because Alessia forgave me so quickly?I showered and wrapped the towel around me before walking to my closet. I decided to wear a pair of jeans and a black button-up shirt with my black dress shoes.By the time I was done, the clock showed six.I groaned, wondering if Alessia was ready yet. Just as I wanted to go to her room, I heard a knock on my door.Opening the door, I saw my mother standing there smiling, still in her pajamas. "Good morning, Mom," I greeted her with a smile.She looked me up and down and said, "It's good to see you in casual wear instead of a suit." She said it with a sly grin.I rolled my eyes, stepping back so that she could come in.She walked in and sat on my bed. "I just want to check up on you before you go out.""I know that’s not the real reason you’re here, Mom," I said as I was closing the door.She shrugged and asked, "Why did you bring this girl h