All Chapters of Love Amidst Shadows: A Mafia Romance Story : Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Genna's POV“It won't be easy but I'm willing to try. Anything to achieve our goals.” I said firmly.“Good girl.” Marco hugged me and patted my back softly. His gestures made me feel secure to some extent. “That man works for you?” I asked, pointing at the man who had brought me to this inn.“Yes, he has been working for me undercover at Leonardo's estate. Although he has never been of much to me. But now, Cisco will be of greater use to me. He will protect you in the estate and always lead you back to me.” Marco explained.So, Cisco would also be my partner in this…as I thought of that, it made me feel good in some way.“You must go now so that Leo won't suspect anything. You can just tell him that you bought the clothes in the market if he asks.” He smoothened out the tangled strands of my hair with his hands and pecked me on my cheeks.“Cisco, take her home. Make sure nothing goes wrong.” I hugged him tightly finally before breaking the hug slowly. Our gaze lingered on each othe

Genna's POVHis spare hand pulled down the sleeveless hand of my gown, exposing my bare chest. The cold air splashed on my skin, making me shiver. Leonardo let out a low sound from his throat as his gaze fixed on my body. His eyes swept down my entire body, and he smiled in approval, making me squirm.“You're beautiful. Very beautiful even. Your skin is so soft and flawless.” Leonardo confessed, pecking my shoulder.In a split second, he grabbed my boobs and fondled with them. A moan escaped my throat, one that I have been suppressing. His lips went down to my nipple and he sucked hungrily.It felt so good, I've never experienced something like this before. I grabbed the nape of his neck and pulled him down. He let out an animalistic grunt in response which made my stomach squirm“You're moaning already, wait till I get down there and make you feel like you're in heaven.” Leonardo whispered.His deep voice and manly tone couldn't help but make me imagine what he just said. His lips f

Genna's POV I blinked, my heart suddenly thumping. How did he intend to punish me? By flogging? Or…I just hope he wouldn't throw me into that dungeon again.“Yes, you did. But then I broke your rules because this is very important to me. It's something I have to do.” I said, by way of explanation.But Leonardo only pinned me closer to him, making me gasp a little in shock.“Rules are rules. There are no exceptions. In my estate, when I say things, you must carry them out as I said. It is not for your convenience alone.” He whispered, his dark eyes glowing.“I'm sorry, Sir. I'll be careful not to do it again.” I pleaded in hushed tones.“Of course you will. Especially after I punish you this first time.” He said, his lips curling up in sly smile.I can't say why but the tension between us made me squirm. Why was I suddenly feeling warm all over?I could feel butterflies in my stomach, literally as my cheeks went red. Leonardo was still pinning me close to him from behind, I could feel

Genna's POVWhy is he suddenly interested in what a little girl of eight is saying?“Shhhh. Alright, Denise. You need to rest now. The doctor said so himself. You heard him, right?” I said, when Denise was about to talk.Leonardo cleared his throat, standing up from the bed.“She's right, Denise. You need to rest. Genna, stay with her. I'll go back to my study.” I nodded in acknowledgement, and he walked away quietly to his room.*****Leonardo's POV The weight of my empire sat heavy on my shoulders, yet tonight, none of it compared to the worry gnawing at my chest. I stood by the window of my study, swirling the amber liquid in my glass, my thoughts far from the stacks of cash and the enemies lurking in the shadows. My eight-year-old niece, Denise, had fallen sick, and that mattered more than anything else. I turned away from the glass panes, exhaling sharply. "Zico," I called. My right-hand man stepped in almost immediately, his broad frame filling the doorway. "Boss?" "Go

Genna’s POVI turned swiftly, my heart pounding in my chest. I had to leave before Leonardo noticed me—before I gave myself away. But just as I took a step back, Denise’s soft voice cut through the night.“Genna!” she called out, her sleepy eyes lighting up as she spotted me. I froze. Leonardo’s head lifted slightly, his sharp eyes flickering in my direction. A strange, unreadable emotion passed through his gaze. Denise sat up, rubbing her eyes. “Come sit with us,” she pleaded, her small hands reaching out as if that would pull me toward them. I swallowed hard, every nerve in my body screaming at me to decline. But the hopeful gleam in Denise’s eyes made it impossible to refuse. Leonardo said nothing. He merely watched. Silent. Intense. Waiting.With reluctant steps, I moved toward them. I smoothed down my dress, willing my heartbeat to steady as I lowered myself onto the stone bench beside Leonardo.The warmth of his presence hit me instantly.He was close. Too close. T