Lahat ng Kabanata ng Twisted In Venom: A Mafia Love Triangle Romance: Kabanata 11 - Kabanata 20

He hadn’t changed at all, if anything, he looked even more powerful, more dangerous than I remembered.Juan was still talking, introducing me to someone, but I couldn’t focus.My entire body was on high alert, every nerve buzzing with the awareness that Vito was here, watching me, waiting.And then, before I could even process what was happening, Vito started walking toward us.My breath caught in my throat as he closed the distance between us, his eyes never leaving mine.There was something predatory in the way he moved, something that made my heart race with equal parts fear and excitement.Juan didn’t notice him at first, too engrossed in conversation.But when Vito reached us, his presence impossible to ignore, Juan finally turned.His expression shifted, his posture stiffening as recognition dawned.“Vito,” Juan said, his voice cool, controlled. “I didn’t expect to see you here tonight.”Vito’s gaze flicked to Juan for a brief second before settling back on me, a slow, knowing s

“The wedding invitation… it wasn’t real.”I blinked, trying to process his words.“What?”“It was just to grab your attention,” he continued, his tone softening. “I’m not getting married, Salma. I never was. I came back for you.”The breath I was holding escaped in a shaky exhale, my mind swirling with disbelief.“You… you came back for me?”He nodded, stepping even closer now, his other hand cupping my face.“I couldn’t shake you, Salma. All these years, all the women… none of them compared to the way you made me feel. I tried to move on, to forget, but no one ever got close.”His words hit me like a punch to the gut, knocking the wind out of me.“You expect me to believe that?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper. “After everything? You ghosted me, Vito. After that night… you vanished without a word.”He flinched, his gaze darkening as if the memory of that night haunted him too.“I know I did. I know I hurt you. But, Salma, I never meant to disappear like that.”I shook my hea

He pulled me into his bedroom, and I could feel my heart pounding in my chest, my breath coming in short, ragged gasps.There was no hesitation, no second-guessing.I wanted this.I wanted him.The way his eyes bore into mine, the way he touched me like he owned me—I couldn’t resist.We tumbled onto the bed, and everything blurred into a haze of heat and desire.His hands were everywhere, his lips trailing fire along my skin.He knew exactly how to push me to the edge, teasing me, driving me insane with want.And when he finally took me, it was like nothing I had ever felt before.It was rough, intense, but somehow still tender.He was in control, but he made sure I was right there with him, every step of the way.He didn’t just take me—he consumed me, body and soul.And I gave in completely, surrendering to the force that was Vito.When it was over, I lay there, breathless, my body trembling from the aftershocks of what we had just shared.Vito was beside me, his arm draped over my w

I tried not to let Juan see the change in me, but it was impossible to hide.He started asking questions, wondering why I seemed distant.I told him I was just tired, that work had been stressful.He believed me, or at least he pretended to.But I could see the doubt in his eyes.He knew something was off, even if he didn’t know what.Then one evening, as we were having dinner, Juan mentioned something that made my blood run cold.“We’ve been having some issues with the company lately,” he said casually, cutting into his steak. “Some new guy has taken over one of the firms we work with. Italian guy. Vito something.”I froze, my fork halfway to my mouth.“Vito?”“Yeah, you know him? Is this the same Vito you told me about”I shook my head quickly, my heart pounding.“Yeah...”Juan didn’t seem to notice my reaction, or if he did, he didn’t comment on it.But the mention of Vito’s name sent my mind spiraling.He was back.He was in the city, and he was involved in Juan’s business.My sto

What would I say?How could I explain this pull toward him?I knew Juan was good for me.He provided stability, laughter, and love.But my heart was restless, beating for someone who lived in shadows and danger.It didn’t make sense.I thought about Vito’s charm, his confidence, and the way he took charge.He had a power that drew me in like a moth to a flame, yet it terrified me.Suddenly, I heard a soft knock at my door, making me jump.“Salma? It’s me, Juan,” he called, his voice gentle.I opened the door, forcing a smile.“Hey, what’s up?”He stepped inside, closing the door behind him.“I just wanted to check on you. You seemed a bit distant earlier.”I looked down, feeling exposed.“I’m okay, just tired.”He studied me, and I could see the concern etched on his face.“Are you sure? You know you can talk to me about anything.”I nodded, swallowing hard.I couldn’t lay my burdens on him.I had to keep him safe from the storm that was brewing inside me.“I’m fine, really. Just a lo