All Chapters of Contracted to the Mafia: A Plus-Size Bride: Chapter 381 - Chapter 390

Author's PovThe hospital felt quiet even though it was busy with activity. The sound of nurses' footsteps, the hissing of medical equipment, and the soft noises from other corridors formed a disturbing backdrop for Lucia. She lay in her bed, staring at the ceiling with tired eyes. The bandages on her face itched, but that wasn't the greatest pain she felt.Alexandro sat in the chair beside her, silent, unable to speak. He had tried to explain, tried to convince her, but Lucia still refused to listen. Lucia's question still hung in the air, waiting for an answer he couldn't give without making things worse."How many times did you sleep with Nadine?" Lucia suddenly asked, her voice cold and flat. "I want to know, Ale. How many?"Alexandro was silent."Answer me. Did you think I was dead, so you could go right back to her? Did you think I would never come back?" Lucia asked.Alexandro lifted his head, his eyes meeting Lucia's. He saw the pain in them—pain caused not only by the wounds

Author's PovThe car drove slowly toward the De Luca mansion. Lucia sat in the passenger seat, staring at the scenery outside the window with an empty gaze. The familiar streets felt foreign to her now, as if she were a stranger in her own world. The scars on her face still stung, and her mind was filled with worry about what she would find at home.Alexandro sat beside her, occasionally looking at her with concern. He wanted to say something, wanted to reassure her that everything would be alright. But words felt hollow amidst everything that had happened.The car stopped in front of the mansion gates. Lucia looked outside, seeing the house she once knew as a safe place. Now, she wasn't sure if she could still call it that.Alexandro opened the door for her, gently taking her hand."We're here, Lulu."Lucia nodded, took a deep breath, and stepped out of the car. When she stood in the mansion's yard, she saw a figure she had expected to be there. Nadine stood at the front door, suitca

Author's PovNights at the De Luca mansion grew quieter and more somber. Lucia often woke up in the middle of the night, her body drenched in cold sweat, her heart pounding. On the ship, she had grown accustomed to loud sounds—screaming, gunfire, and the roar of engines vibrating through iron walls. Now, in the silent stillness of the mansion, she still heard those sounds echoing in her head.The sound of water also became a nightmare for her. Every time she heard water running from a faucet or rain pouring on the roof, she felt overwhelming fear. She remembered how the seawater had splashed against her face, how she almost drowned while escaping the ship. Water had become her enemy, a reminder of all the suffering she had endured.One night, Lucia woke up with a stifled scream. She sat up in bed, her breath ragged, her eyes staring into the darkness of the room. Alexandro woke up beside her, reaching for her hand anxiously."Lulu? What's wrong? Another nightmare?"Lucia didn't answer

Author's PovAlexandro was surprised by the gentle kiss on his forehead. For a moment, he stood still, feeling warmth he hadn't felt from Lucia in a long time. His eyes looked at his wife, seeing the faint smile on her scarred lips, and his heart felt warm."Are you really going back to campus?" Alexandro asked.Lucia nodded, her eyes looking at him with meaning."I can't keep hiding at home, Ale. I've lost too much time already. I want to continue my life. I want to be the woman I used to be.""I'll wait for you, Lulu."Lucia smiled, then turned and ran back to the court, joining Nathan who was already waiting for her. Alexandro watched her for a few moments, then got into his car and drove away with a lighter feeling.In the car, he smiled to himself. Maybe, just maybe, there was hope for them.Flashback : After Lucia's death.Alexandro sat in his study, staring at Lucia's photo with empty eyes. He had been locking himself away for days, refusing to eat, refusing to speak to anyone.

Author's PovFlashback.Alexandro woke from his restless sleep. He opened his eyes heavily, feeling his head spinning and his mind in chaos. Nightmares about Lucia still haunted him, and he didn't know how to stop them.He got up from bed, walked to the bathroom, and washed his face with cold water. He stared at his reflection in the mirror, seeing a tired and dazed man. There was something wrong with him lately, but he couldn't explain what."I need to go to church. It's been a long time since I've been there. Maybe it can calm my mind."He walked out of the bedroom and headed to the dining room, where Nadine was already waiting for him with a wide smile. That day, Nadine was wearing very sexy clothes—a thin dress that showed off her shoulders and prominent chest, with a very low cut.She had prepared a lavish breakfast on the table, complete with fresh flowers and lit candles."Good morning, Alex," Nadine greeted, her voice sweet and full of seduction. "I've prepared breakfast for y