All Chapters of Under The Don’s Command : Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Before the moment could stretch any longer, Kira, ever eager, blurted out "Mummy is going to be a celebrity!"Enzo raised an eyebrow, his gaze flicking between Jia and the excited Kira "A celebrity?" he asked, his tone curious. Jia nodded, her expression soft but serious."Someone wants to help me become an actress" she saidEnzo was quiet for a moment, studying her then he asked "Is this really what you want?""Yes" Jia replied without hesitation "I have thought about it and it's something I want to try. I know it might be difficult, but...She glanced at Kian and Kira, then back at him."And it will be better with my family's support.Before she could finish, Enzo spoke up, his voice steady and warm"You have my support, Jia. And I'm sure the kids will be behind you, too"Her lips curled into a small smile, relief washing over her "Thank you" she murmuredKira clapped her hands together, giggling."Yahhhhhh!" she cheered, her excitement filling the room.Later, after Jia tucked the

Jia blinked, staring at the money "For me?""Yes” Elena replied, her smile growing.Jia hesitated, her fingers curling slightly around the cash "But why..”Elena gently squeezed Jia's hand, folding the bills into her palm “you didn’t get the role but atleast you got the money for the time wasted.. I could have made him give you the role since you deserve it, but he’s an idiot and I don’t want you to work with such a disgusting man like that. You deserve better. Just trust me, l will get you something even better” Jia's breath caught in her throat and she nodded slowly, her heart swelling with gratitude "you are such a great person"Elena's cheeks flushed and she shrugged, trying to hide her embarrassment "Don't flatter me too much” Jia chuckled, and before they knew it, both of them were laughing freely, the tension from the day melting away.Finally, Elena dropped Jia off in front of her house before pulling away.Jia stood at the entrance, her hand gripping her bag. She kn

The ride stretched on, the hum of the engine the only sound for a while. Silvio leaning his back on the chair. his profile framed by the faint glow of the streetlights, his eyes fixed outside. Jia stole glances at him, but quickly averted her gaze whenever their eyes might meet. Her focus was pulled to his bandaged hand, a reminder of the night he had pulled her from danger. The memory hit her like a sudden wave-a rush of guilt. The sight of his injury left her feeling bad.. since it was her fault. Silvio's gaze shifted, and his eyes landed on her before she could look away. The air in the car thickened. He raised his hand, swinging it slightly, his fingers flicking as though the moment had been waiting for this."Don't you think you owe me one?" His voice broke the silence"For saving you at the bar... and from those thieves?"Elena's eyes darted to the rearview mirror. Her eyebrows shot up and her mouth parted slightly. "You two know each other?"Jia froze. Her heart skipped and s

Elena's voice was cautious, but her eyes were sharp, waiting for an answer.Jia's mind spun, still stunned from the moment with Silvio. She shook her head, struggling to form words. Her fingers clenched tighter around the jacket as she forced a smile, covering the unease bubbling inside "What do you mean?" she asked, her voice sounding almost too casualElena didn't respond right away.. she tilted her head slightly, an unreadable expression on her face. "Forget it" she muttered, as though dismissing the entire thingRight then, a cab pulled up in front of them. Elena opened the door with a soft sigh, her movements gentle but firm as she guided Jia into the backseat. After shutting the door, Elena leaned down to the window, her face serious. "We have a lot to talk about” she said quietly "And make sure you call me when you get home"Jia's heart skipped a beat, a lot to talk about?Suddenly, Elena flicked her hand against Jia's forehead. "Stop overthinking" she said with a smile.

"I'm just thinking... I hope she's okay" Jia murmured"Physically-yes. But mentally? She isn't” Enzo saidJia didn't know how to respond and all she could do was look at him, wishing she had something comforting to offer. Her thoughts were interrupted by the sudden sound of his phone.Enzo glanced at it quickly before locking eyes with her."| have to get going. I'm needed at the hospital” he said and before she could say anything, he was out the door.Jia's eyes lingered on the empty door for a moment, her thoughts swirling. She let out a shaky breath and turned toward the couch. Her gaze fell on Silvio's jacket—still crumpled there.. Her mind drifted back to yesterday—Lilian throwing food at Silvio, his face twisting with anger. After wards-the jacket. The way he had tossed it at herThen, the text..her stomach twisted as she thought about the message from last night.Silvio's name flashing on the screen had made her toss the phone onto the nightstand without even reading it. Bu