All Chapters of Tempted By The Don : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

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Chapter 11 - Inferno

The drive back to Reggio Calabria was the kind of silence that tasted like smoke, thick, heavy, clinging to the lungs even though the danger had passed hours ago. Hours after the crawl out of Vibo, blood still dried dark under Talana’s nails and the locket sat cold against her collarbone like a second pulse. The coastline blurred past the car windows, moonlight slicing through the glass in thin silver lines that crossed her lap and vanished into the dark. Salt air leaked in through the vents. Somewhere far below the road, waves kept hitting rock like they had all the time in the world. Talana sat stiffly beside Massimo, arms folded, gaze locked on the darkness beyond her own reflection. They had survived and escaped Vibo Valentia, but survival didn’t feel like victory, it felt more like a warning with its teeth still in her skin. Every so often Massimo’s hand tightened around the steering wheel until the leather creaked. His jaw was clenched so hard she wondered if he could feel the

Chapter 12 - I Would Do It Again

Meanwhile, across town, Lorenzo and Mateo had taken Gianna to one of Massimo’s other bars."What you having to drink, Miss Gianna?" Mateo asked ever so politely. "Make it a double Barcardi and coke," Gianna ordered. "A woman who knows her drink," Mateo laughed. "It's been a while," she responded. In the meantime, Lorenzo was scoping out the area, ensuring that they were safe. "Lorenzo," Gianna leaned in, "You're awfully quiet.""Let's go up to the VIP lounge. It's safer and quieter up there," Lorenzo suggested and told mateo to bring a bottle with a chaser up to the lounge.Lourenzo, putting his hand lightly on the small of Gianna's back, guided her up the stairs. A he put his hand on the small of her back, what felt like a lightening bold, sent a shiver down Gianna's back. Lorenzo had the same sensation. It was like a magnetic drawing them in. Upstairs in the VIP lounge, Lorenzo, now not as shy as Gianna thought he would be, said, "You're very beautiful, Carrisimo bambina." G

Chapter 13 - You Are Mine Tesoro

Drake's men, defeated yet again by Massimo’s men, headed for the hospital, blood oozing from the chest wond of the second man who was shot by Gianna. “We can’t... we can’t go to a hospital,” he gasped, his knees buckling. “The boss needs to know. Morelli’s not going to stop here."."Shut up and keep moving. We need to get you patched up before you bleed out. I know someone who owes Drake a favour. If we make it there...” Enzo growled. The injured henceman's body went limp, and his eyes rolled back as he collapsed as he slid to the ground. Enzo grabbed him, shaking him violently. “No, no! You don’t get to die on me!” But it was too late. His head rolled to the side. His face pale and his chest no longer rising.“Damn it!” Enzo's voice cracked, his fists clenched.Just then, in the silence of the night, Enzo's phone buzzed. A message from de Marco himself. Report Now! the message left no room for argument. "Fuck! how do I tell the boss he lost another man," he pondered. Flipping op

Chapter 14 - I'm A Doctor

Donatello’s patience were not just running thin but were at their ultimate limit. The shipment was delayed, his alliances were crumbling, and worst of all—Morelli and that damn woman, Talana, had outmanoeuvred them. Again. He stormed across the dimly lit warehouse as his footsteps echoed. His men stood around, tense, waiting for orders.He took his phone out of his pocket and called de Marco. "De Marco!" he barked, slamming his fist onto a crate. "This shipment moves tomorrow. No more delays!"Drake de Marco, irritated already from the night's events, responded, "And how exactly do you suggest we do that, Donatello?" His voice was calm, almost mocking. "Morelli’s men are crawling all over the ports. Do you think we can just waltz through his territory carrying all that smack?"Donatello’s nostrils flared. "Figure it out. We’re out of time."De Marco exhaled sharply, "Fine. I'll Fabrizio’s wife in. She can line up a few women to move it. Less heat that way."Before Donatello could res

Chapter 15 - One Emergency Changes Everything

Talana sat in the on-call room, her fingers gripping the edge of the desk as her heart continued pounding. Half an hour later, Gianna and Lorenzo walked in. "Talana," Gianna walked over and hugged her best friend. "Massimo will be here by 2. He instructed me to bodyguard you," Lorenzo affirmed. It was then Talana realised that Gianna was different. "And now?" she asked, smiling at her friend."And what?" she answered back nonchalantly. Gianna couldn't contain her feelings, and neither could Lorenzo. Bending his head, he kissed her on the forehead and put an arm around her. "Ahhh, my friend has found her match," Talana smiled in agreement with the arrangement. "I'm so happy for you, G. Lorenzo is a good guy." There were a few interim emergencies to see to between the time that Lorenzo arrived and the time that Massimo was arriving. It was just before 2 when her phone buzzed. Massimo's name lit up on her screen. Massimo: I’m here. I'm on my way to you now.Relief crashed ove

Chapter 16 - When Loyalty's At Stake

The days following Talana’s suspension were a storm of emotions, plotting, and preparation. She knew that whoever had pulled the strings to push her out of her job had underestimated her resilience, her determination, and her powerful ambition. She was a Sanchiano, after all. Massimo had doubled up on security to ensure that Lorenzo and two other trusted men were always within reach. But that wasn’t enough for Talana. She wasn't prepared to sit back and wait—she wanted to fight. She wasn't some flower that needed to be shielded. She wanted blood and retribution, but she also wanted to know who dared to move against her and Massimo. "Angel," Massimo murmured as they lay in bed, his arms enveloping her protectively. "Ummmm," she responded, still sleepy. "Saturday is your grandfather's banquet. You are expected to be there. I think he will announce your status," he informed. "Urgh. I know I must go, but you have to help me keep this identity quiet for now," she pleaded, crawling cl

Chapter 17 - The Banquet

The banquet day had finally arrived. Massimo and Talana had left early that morning to the Sanchiano Estate in Catanzaro. On arriving, they were received by Don Sanchiano and Mariano, her uncle. "Welcome home, my child," her grandfather greeted with a kiss on either cheek."Grandfather, it's still early. Would you mind if I rested a little longer?" she asked, batting her eyelashes with that puppy dog look on her face. "Carlo," he called the butler, "show my granddaughter and Don Morelli to their room"Room?" she whispered to Massimo, just audible enough for him to hear. Massimo grinned, "Guess the old man figured it out already."Later that morning, while taking a walk around the luxurious estate, Talana began to feel a little on edge. She knew her grandfather would probably be announcing that his granddaughter was back and that she was the heir to the Sanchiano family as well she would be the new Dona. Talana wasn't ready for them to know who she was, not just yet, not when ther

Chapter 18 - A Banquet Off Deception

The weight of Pablo’s presence settled over the hall like a noose tightening around Talana’s neck. Her body was coiled, as rage inside her, was tempered only by the need to play the game.Massimo’s grip on her waist tightened. “Talana, I don’t like this. He shouldn’t be here.”“No, he shouldn’t,” she agreed, her gaze locked on the man who had betrayed her. “But we’re not going to react, not yet. I want to see what they are all up to."Don Sanchiano’s voice was grave as he turned to them. “We can have him removed.”Did Pablo really know who his late, ex-wife's father really was? “No.” Talana lifted her chin, her emerald eyes flashing with lethal resolve. “Let him stay. He thinks he still holds power over me, that he can still control me .” A smirk curled her lips. “Tonight, we let him believe he does. Tomorrow, we tear him apart.”Massimo’s jaw ticked, his possessiveness warring with his patience. “If he so much as looks at you the wrong way angel, I will break him.”“He won’t get th

Chapter 19 - Dominance Unleashed

Setting her down on the edge of the bed, his hands cradling her face. "Look at me, angel," he commanded, his voice low, firm.Talana’s lashes fluttered, her breath still heavy, her body still warm. But clarity started creeping back in, threading through the haze of forced desire. Her eyes stayed locked onto his, and for the first time in what felt like hours, she felt grounded."I’m here," she whispered, exhaling shakily. "I'll be okay."Massimo exhaled sharply, his forehead resting against hers. "You scared me." His gripped her tighter.She let out a weak chuckle, her fingers tracing the hard planes of his jaw. "It’s going to take more than Valentina’s pathetic little schemes to break me."Massimo pulled back slightly as his eyes searched hers, reading every flicker of emotion. “The second you took both doses, angel, you nearly lost control.”Talana smirked, but it was softer now, less sharp. “I knew I could count on you to save me."Massimo shook his head, his thumb brushing over he

Chapter 20 - A Bloody Battle

Early hours of the following morning. Massimo receives a call. "Who is it?" Talana asks, being disturbed from her beauty sleep. "Matteo," he responds, sitting up and answering the call. "Boss, they're getting ready to move out. They're not using men to move their stuff. Maria Fabrizio has rounded up a few young girls to take the stash across," Matteo informs. "I knew it!" Massimo raged. "They're trafficking girls, and the drugs are the cover-up."Talana was now fully awake, and her dark hair tumbled over her shoulder as she sat up straight in bed, looking at Massimo. After ending the call with Matteo, he looked at Talana. "Your father and stepmother are on this. These girls aren’t just couriers. They are part of the deal. Donatello and de Marco have arranged for them to be “delivered” along with the drugs, sold to high-paying cartel bosses in Mexico."When Talana realizes this, her mission shifts. It’s no longer just about the shipment. She has to get the girls out. "But how do

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