All Chapters of My Dear Don: The Contract Marriage. : Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

114 Chapters

01. "Hard day"

EmmaOnce again, the bus was late. I sighed as I looked at the watch in my hand, feeling my heart beat a little faster. The sensation of always battling against time was exhausting, the uncertainty of making it to work on time while the city's chaotic traffic toyed with my fate.It was a scene that repeated itself daily: the morning sun beginning to illuminate the bustling streets hurried people and tired faces rushing to catch the bus, and the sounds of honking and engines filling the air. I gripped the strap of my bag tightly, bracing myself for the impending struggle.I worked at a diner in Brooklyn, New York. Serving others was incredibly tiresome, and the sleazy jokes from the men who came in there every day were a constant burden. But I had to endure, after all, it was just my father and me.He had a job at a shoe store, and his work alone wouldn't be enough to sustain our household.As the bus crawled through the congested streets, my dreams seemed farther away than ever. The j

Last Updated : 2023-08-24

02. "In the Hands of Strangers"

Emma.The alarm clock rang with a shrill sound, and I woke up to rays of sunlight on my face, feeling as if a bulldozer had run over me when I chased after that darn bus, which ended up leaving without me. I was lost about which direction to follow now that I was unemployed, so I got up and went to my father's room to check if he was okay and had already gone to work. I knocked repeatedly on the door, but there was no response. I slowly opened the door and, to my surprise, he wasn't there. Where could he be?It was only six in the morning, and at this time, my father would usually be up and getting ready for work. I called him three times and got no answer. Worry began to settle in my chest, as my father had struggled with alcohol in the past. While he seemed to have stopped recently, I was still deeply concerned.No sign of him picking up. "Damn it," I muttered.Since my father wasn't home, and I couldn't just wander around looking for him, I decided to have my breakfast. I made toas

Last Updated : 2023-08-24

03. "Meeting the Don"

EmmaAfter a long journey inside that car, I struggle to maintain my lucidity, but the voices continue to echo in my mind, like a constant disturbing buzz. My mind wrestles between the need to face reality and the desire to escape into a mental refuge. The images of my father's worried expression as the men tore me away from his presence remain ingrained, a painful memory that haunts me.Finally, the car comes to a stop, and silence settles, broken only by the sound of doors opening. I feel hands guiding me out of the vehicle, and the blindfold is removed from my eyes. The daylight dazzles my senses for a moment, but soon I find myself in a place that seems to be Don's mansion, an equally dark and intimidating setting. The oppression around me is almost palpable."Move, girl," he muttered."Son of a bitch," I whispered angrily."What did you say?!" he glared at me."Nothing."He led me to a beautiful place; the mansion rises like a monument to his wealth and absolute control. It's a b

Last Updated : 2023-08-24

04 "The proposal"

Andrew DeLuca.After my parents' passing, I took over full control of the businesses. I was discreet, and I needed to be, for I was the Don.The "Don" in a mafia organization is the term we use for the supreme leader or head of the criminal family, and well, that was me. Andrew DeLuca.My parents came to New York to establish businesses here when I was still very young. I didn't know anything and thought life was a game. Until I witnessed my father's death before my eyes.I don't remember much about my mother, she left when I was very young. Or at least, that's what my father told me. Since then, I learned to be alone—well, I had a younger sister, Isabella. Ize had a strong personality, which unfortunately caused me more trouble. She was active in the mafia too, but unlike me, she had a good heart and compassion, which I found useless in our world.So, my childhood wasn't easy at all. The mafia was my only family. It was one of the few things I had left. I didn't have other options.W

Last Updated : 2023-08-24

05."You're mine now."

EmmaI slid my hands along the railing as I climbed the stairs, feeling the security guard following behind me, watching each step I took with meticulous attention. I felt like a cornered prey, a prisoner in every move I made.Andrew DeLuca possessed an aura of authority that spread wherever he went. Every word that came out of his mouth was like a blow, intensifying my anger and desperation. I didn't want to be here, didn't want to be part of this arrangement, but my father's life was at stake, and I couldn't ignore that.My attempts to contact the outside world had been thwarted. They took my cell phone, and I found myself completely isolated. I had always been the master of my own life, and being in this situation of vulnerability was distressing. All my freedom had been taken away from me.The security guard stopped in front of a door, and an elderly woman named Clara appeared."Ms. Emma, I'm Clara. Mr. DeLuca asked me to take care of everything you need. This will be your room fo

Last Updated : 2023-08-24

06. "Introductions and Impressions"

Emma The atmosphere was tense and filled with anticipation as I stood by Andrew DeLuca's side, surrounded by the inquisitive glances of his associates. I felt like an intruder in a dark and dangerous world, one I had never imagined becoming a part of. I wondered how I had ended up here. It was something I certainly wished I could change, but as I couldn't, I looked ahead and faced the harsh reality. DeLuca smiled enigmatically at the gathering as if relishing the attention our arrival had garnered. His arm remained firmly around my waist, a silent possession that sent a clear message to everyone present. "I don't want to hear a word more than you should say," he whispered. "I won't say anything more, as long as our deal continues, and my father is safe," I replied with a wink. "I am a man of my word, Emma." He introduced me to each person as if he were holding a trophy, and from what I gathered, getting married was important for him to keep up appearances. The people here seemed

Last Updated : 2023-09-01

07."Trophy Wife."

EmmaI got out of bed carefully, my feet touching the floor with light and cautious steps. The knock on the door had pulled me out of my thoughts, but it had also ignited a wave of fear and panic within me. I knew who was on the other side of the door, and the mere idea of facing Andrew DeLuca made my heart race.My steps led me toward the door, my fingers hesitating on the doorknob before finally turning it slowly. I was only in a corset, and I hadn't even realized it until he scanned me from head to toe.The door swung open, revealing the imposing figure of Andrew DeLuca, his dominant posture filling the room's threshold. His intense eyes were fixed on me, and despite my attempts to decipher his expression, it remained an enigma."What do you want?" I spoke, my voice carrying a mix of challenge and nervousness."Is this how you treat your future owner and husband, Emma?" His voice sounded with a mix of sarcasm and au

Last Updated : 2023-09-02

08."The Weight of Commitment"

Andrew DeLuca The silence of the night enveloped me as I finally left Emma's room. The door closed behind me, isolating her from the outside world, but also leaving me alone with my tumultuous thoughts. I walked through the silent corridors of the mansion, my steps firm and determined, but my mind a true storm of internal conflicts. Emma's eyes still danced before mine, an intriguing mix of challenge and vulnerability. She was like a burning flame, difficult to extinguish, even in the face of the circumstances I had created. I wanted her, that was undeniable. From the moment I first saw her, something about her drew me uncontrollably. But I also knew she represented a key piece in my plan, a way to solidify my position as the Don in the hierarchy. While the voices of the association members echoed in my mind, I knew that my decision to marry Emma had been met with a mix of surprise and suspicion. They saw me as just a young man suddenly willing to commit. But I needed to prove I w

Last Updated : 2023-09-04

09."The Perfect Gown"

Emma I was sitting in my room, staring into space, lost in thoughts about how my life had taken such an unexpected turn. The forced marriage to Andrew hung over me like a dark shadow, and I wondered if I would ever find a way out of this nightmare. I couldn't stop thinking for even a minute. I was pulled from my thoughts when a soft knock on the door echoed through the room. My heart jumped in my chest, and I wondered what it could be this time – was it him? The door opened to reveal one of DeLuca's security guards. "Miss Emma," he said in a deep voice, "Mr. DeLuca requests your presence in his office. He wants you to choose your wedding dress today." I sighed inwardly. Just what I needed. This day was inevitable, but it didn't mean I was looking forward to it. Imagining myself choosing a dress for a day I never even planned for. Andrew DeLuca was determined to keep up appearances, and I needed to make him believe I was committed to this marriage, at least until I found a way to p

Last Updated : 2023-09-06

10 "Night of Revelations"

Emma The day of the engagement had arrived, and I was immersed in a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. I didn't want to see these people, and having to pretend to be a happy bride was suffocating. Andrew and I had to continue defining the wedding details, although it was he who truly dictated the rules. We maintained the facade of a passionate couple for the mafia family. It was as if we were building a forced alliance. I thought of my father; every day, I thought of him. How was he doing? Did he think of me? Surely, he was better off than I was. That was clear. The day was just beginning, and I could hear the hustle and bustle of people working, probably preparing for the damn engagement. I left the room in search of some distraction. I was hungry, but I didn't want to go downstairs. After all, I was still a stranger in this mansion. I walked through the hallways silently, marveling at the grandeur of the place. That's when I found a partially open door. My heightened curiosity c

Last Updated : 2023-09-07

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