บททั้งหมดของ The Mafia's Princess: บทที่ 141 - บทที่ 150

Luca strode into Don Lorenzo's study with Captain Dominic close behind him.The heavy doors shut with a loud thud.For a few moments, neither man spoke.Dominic remained standing while Luca walked behind the massive mahogany desk that had once belonged to Lorenzo Valenti and poured himself a generous glass of whiskey.He emptied it in one gulp.Then another.Only after setting the glass down did he finally look at Dominic."What did you say was important?"Dominic didn't answer immediately.His face was tight with frustration."I've served this family for many years," he began carefully."And I've never seen a leader lose sight of what truly matters in the middle of a war."Luca's eyes eyes narrowed."What exactly are you trying to say?"Dominic met his gaze without flinching."I'm saying you were supposed to be focused on locating Lorenzo."Silence."The man escaped from a prison beneath his own estate.""He has loyal soldiers.""He knows every strength and weakness of this organizat

As Marco walked briskly through the corridors of the Valenti estate, his mind raced.The oath he and the other captains had just taken echoed in his ears."For Don Lorenzo."There was no turning back now.Either they restored the rightful king, or they all died trying.He reached the infirmary.Two armed guards stood outside Alessandro's room.They immediately straightened."Captain."Marco nodded."How's he doing?"One of the guards shrugged."Still weak. The doctor says he needs a few more days."Marco looked toward the closed door."I'll take over."The guards frowned."Sir?""You've both been here since dawn.""I'll watch him.""You two go eat."The men exchanged relieved glances.Neither wanted the boring assignment of babysitting an injured prisoner."Are you sure, Captain?"Marco gave them a look."Do I look like I repeat myself?"Both men quickly shook their heads."No, Captain."Within seconds, they hurried down the corridor.Marco watched until they disappeared around the co

The convoy of black SUVs came to a screeching halt outside the isolated safe house.Dust rose into the air as Luca stepped out first.His pistol was already in his hand.Captain Dominic climbed out beside him, scanning the surroundings with sharp eyes.The rest of the Valenti soldiers quickly spread out into formation.Weapons raised.Waiting.Listening.The house stood eerily still.No lights.No movement.Not even a sound.Dominic looked toward Luca."It feels wrong."Luca didn't reply.Instead, he motioned toward the front door."Go."Two soldiers rushed forward.One positioned himself on either side of the entrance.Three...Two...One...BANG!The heavy wooden door burst inward beneath a powerful kick.The soldiers stormed inside."Clear!""First floor clear!""Kitchen clear!""Bedroom clear!"One room after another was searched.Closets.Bathrooms.Storage rooms.Every corner.Nothing.Within minutes, the entire house had been cleared.Not a single person remained.Luca slowly w

The convoy thundered through the gates of the Valenti Estate just after dawn.The black SUVs rolled into the courtyard one after another, their tires crunching over the gravel.The men climbed out in complete silence.Unlike when they had left hours earlier, there was no confidence in their faces.Only frustration.Another opportunity had slipped through their fingers.Luca stepped out of the lead vehicle.His face was carved from stone.The empty safe house replayed endlessly in his mind.Lorenzo had escaped.Again.It was becoming a pattern he despised.Every time he believed he had cornered him...Lorenzo vanished.Almost as if he could predict Luca's every move.Captain Dominic walked a few paces behind him, neither man spoke as they entered the mansion.The servants scattered from their path.Even the guards standing watch instinctively lowered their heads.Everyone could feel it.Their boss was furious.---Moments later, inside Don Lorenzo's study.The room still smelled faintl

The words hung heavily between them.Isabella blinked.Her mother continued before she could respond."Sweetheart... you're young.""You have your whole life ahead of you.""You should be thinking about finishing school, building a career, making friends your age...""...and just living and experiencing life."Her voice softened."Not hiding in safe houses.""Not running from bullets.""You deserve better than this."She looked toward the forest."This isn't your world. It's his.""And it will destroy you."Isabella remained silent.Her mother gently brushed a strand of hair away from her face."You deserve peace, and happiness.""You deserve someone who doesn't wake up every morning expecting another war."She smiled sadly."Lorenzo may love you. I don't doubt that.""But love isn't always enough.Isabella slowly lowered her cup onto the table.Then she turned fully toward her mother."I know what you're trying to do."Her mother smiled hopefully."Then you'll think about it?"Isabel