All Chapters of Sold to the ruthless Mafia king: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

"Go upstairs, wear something decent, and come down when I call you." Claudia paused, studying Isabella's face with an expression that made the younger woman uneasy. "And for once in your miserable life, try not to embarrass this family."Isabella nodded and hurried out of the kitchen before Claudia could find another reason to humiliate her. She had barely reached the staircase when she heard her father speaking in the living room, his voice unusually low and nervous. Roberto Rossi rarely sounded nervous around his family, especially when he was ordering Isabella around. That alone made her slow her steps."Please, Mr. Moretti, I need a little more time," her father pleaded.Isabella stopped.The name struck her like a sudden blow.Moretti.She had heard that name before, whispered by neighbours who stopped talking whenever a black car passed their street. She had heard it from shopkeepers who lowered their voices when discussing Milan's underworld. Most frighteningly, she had once o

Maria arrived with breakfast, Isabella was still sitting in the same place."You should eat something," the housekeeper encouraged.Isabella looked at the tray."Is Mr. Moretti awake?""Which one?"She hesitated."Alessandro."Maria placed the tray on the table. "I'm afraid he left early this morning."Isabella's heart sank."Where did he go?""Business, I believe.""When will he return?"Maria paused before answering."Mr. Alessandro doesn't always have a fixed schedule."That was all she said.Isabella stared at the breakfast tray long after Maria had left. She had hoped Alessandro would explain the arrangement, tell her what was expected of her, or at least give her some indication of how long she would remain there. Instead, he had disappeared before she could ask another question.She spent the rest of the day wandering between the bedroom and the window, afraid to leave the suite without permission. When evening came, she heard men's voices downstairs and rushed to the door, thi

"Rules?""Yes.""You are negotiating with me now?""I'm telling you what I need if I'm going to remain here willingly."His gaze sharpened at the word willingly.For the first time that night, he looked genuinely interested."Go on.""First, I want to be able to leave the estate when I need to, provided I tell someone where I'm going and take reasonable security. I don't want to be treated like a prisoner."Alessandro said nothing."Second, if we have a disagreement, I want you to speak to me directly. No sending other people to threaten me, no humiliating me in front of your staff, and no making decisions about my personal life without at least hearing what I have to say."She paused, then added, "I understand that you have responsibilities and that your business is dangerous. I'm not asking you to tell me every secret you have. I'm asking you to remember that I am your wife, not one of your possessions."Silence settled over the corridor.Isabella suddenly became aware of how fast h

Isabella stood before the mirror while Maria adjusted the sleeves of her dark blue dress."You look beautiful," the housekeeper said warmly.Isabella looked at her reflection uncertainly. "I hope his family doesn't think I'm too simple for him."Maria paused."You're marrying Alessandro Moretti, not auditioning to become someone else. Let them meet the woman you are."Before Isabella could answer, a knock sounded at the door.Lorenzo entered, dressed in a black suit. "Are you ready? My brother has already threatened to leave without us."Isabella's eyes widened. "Without his own bride?""He's capable of anything when he's hungry."She laughed, and Lorenzo offered his arm."Come on, future Mrs. Moretti."For the first time, the title didn't sound entirely frightening.The family dinner was held in a private dining room at the Moretti estate.Several relatives were already seated when Alessandro entered with Isabella beside him. Conversations quieted, and curious eyes followed the young

The moment Alessandro Moretti's black car entered the company compound, employees began gathering near the entrance.Isabella watched through the window, surprised by the sudden activity."Are they expecting someone important?" she asked.Alessandro adjusted his cufflinks. "They are expecting their boss."She turned to him. "You?"He glanced at her. "Did you think I owned these companies for decoration?"She laughed softly, and he found himself smiling before he could stop himself.The car came to a halt. A security officer opened the door, and Alessandro stepped out first. He offered Isabella his hand, helping her down onto the pavement.Immediately, the employees straightened."Good morning, sir!""Welcome back, Mr. Moretti!""Good morning, Mr. Moretti!"Their greetings followed them toward the building. Some bowed their heads respectfully; others looked relieved to see him after his long absence from the company's daily operations.Isabella held Alessandro's arm, trying not to look