All Chapters of Entangled with the mafia boss : Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

We had just landed after a month overseas.After collecting our luggage from the private terminal, Lucian stepped away to take an important phone call, leaving me near the exit with our suitcases."I'll only be a minute," he said, brushing a light kiss against my forehead.I smiled despite myself. "Don't keep me waiting."A rare smile tugged at his lips before he disappeared into the crowd.I watched him go for a moment, then reached for my suitcase."Well... if it isn't Aurora."The familiar voice sent a chill down my spine.Of all the people I could have run into after a month away, it had to be them.I turned slowly.Damian Rossi.Standing beside him, with one hand wrapped possessively around his arm, was Seraphina.She looked as flawless as ever, dressed in designer clothes with an innocent smile that had fooled everyone for years. If I didn't know her better, I might have believed she was the victim in all of this.Damian's eyes swept over the designer luggage at my feet before d

The entire drive to the restaurant, I considered asking the driver to turn around.It wasn't because I was nervous.At least, that's what I kept telling myself.The truth was, I wasn't ready. Three days ago, my husband had walked out of our marriage. Three days ago, I'd discovered that the woman he'd chosen over me was my own sister. And now, somehow, I was on my way to meet another man.It felt wrong.But Elena had been relentless."You're not looking for a husband," she'd said before shoving me into the car. "You're looking for proof that life didn't end when Damian left."As much as I hated admitting it, she had a point.The hostess led me to a quiet table by the window overlooking the city. It was the kind of restaurant where every detail screamed luxury, yet nothing felt excessive. Soft piano music drifted through the room as couples chatted over candlelit dinners.I checked the time.Seven o'clock.He wasn't late.Neither was I.A waiter approached with a polite smile, offering

Chapter 5: The Imperatrice BraceletAuroraI barely slept.Every time I closed my eyes, I saw Lucian's face."Go to Maison Étoile tomorrow.""Ask for the Imperatrice Bracelet.""It's yours."It had sounded so simple when he'd said it over dinner.As if he were asking me to pick up a book instead of... whatever this mysterious gift was.I glanced at the black envelope resting on my bedside table.Maybe I shouldn't go.Maybe accepting a gift from Lucian Moretti was the first step toward a life I wasn't ready for.Then again...Curiosity had always been my greatest weakness.---At exactly ten o'clock, my taxi stopped in front of Maison Étoile.The boutique looked more like an art gallery than a jewelry store.Its glass walls sparkled beneath the morning sun, and a uniformed doorman greeted every arriving guest by name.I looked down at my cream blouse, black trousers, and low heels.Compared to the women stepping out of Bentleys and Rolls-Royces, I looked painfully ordinary."You can st

The car stopped outside my apartment, and Lucian walked me to the door."Call me when you get home," I told him.He smiled. "I will."I watched his car disappear before heading upstairs.A few minutes later, my phone rang."Did you get home?""Not yet. I'm still at the office.""Alright. Call me when you do.""I will” The call ended a few minutes later.I placed my phone on the bed and stared at the ceiling.A small smile tugged at my lips.Things between Lucian and me had changed quickly.Somehow, somewhere between our first date and everything that followed, he had become my boyfriend.It still felt strange saying it.My boyfriend.Lucian Moretti.The man my parents knew nothing about.My phone suddenly rang again.This time, it was my mother.I frowned before answering."Hello, Mom.""Where are you?""At home.""Good. Your father and I need you to come home this weekend.""Why?""We're hosting a ball."I sat up."A ball?""Yes. It's an important family event, and you're expected t

Aurora The moment I stepped outside, the cool night air hit my face. I took a deep breath. I hadn’t realized how tense I had been until I was finally away from them. I looked down at my dress. The wine stain was still there. So was the humiliation. But strangely, I wasn’t angry anymore. I had spent years trying to earn my family’s approval. Tonight, something inside me had finally let go. “Aurora.” I looked up. Lucian stood a few feet away, his phone still in his hand. He had stepped outside a few minutes earlier to take a call, and apparently hadn’t returned to the ballroom. His eyes immediately dropped to my dress. His expression changed. “What happened?” “Nothing.” He looked at the stain again. “That’s not nothing.” I sighed. “Seraphina spilled wine on me.” His jaw tightened. “Accidentally?” I gave him a tired look. “You know the answer.” He was silent for a moment. “Did anyone defend you?” I laughed bitterly. “Does it matter?” “It matters to me.” I l