CHAPTER 21Sophia was glad she still had three days' leave, so she made some breakfast for Bella and Damon. She was going to drop Bella at school and later go see Damon.After dropping Bella off, she took a cab to the station because that’s where he was…then minutes later she walked into the station and found his seat empty.She had a sad look as she had expected to see him “Miss Russo” a voice echoed from behind and she turned to find a man dressed in a police uniform.He had one star so he must be a man of high rank “Yes?” she asked confused, how did he know her name?“You don’t remember me? I am Ray, Damon’s high school friend” he said and she glared at him for a while when the memories about him came rushing in.Oh, she now remembered him. Whenever Damon gets scolded or maltreated by her aunt, he will rush to his friend Ray’s place and stay for days before coming back. They used to be good friends and went to police camp together.“I am sorry about that, I had a lot on my mind…but
Sophia and Valentina talked some more, and Valentina had to admit she felt comfortable talking with her; she had never had a friend since her brother became a don, and now Sophia was here.“Uhm, I don’t know if you care, but it's my birthday in three days. After visiting my family, I will host a small get-together at my place. You are free to come. With your sisters, of course,” Sophia said, and Valentina smiled.“Will Damon be there?” She asked shyly, and Sophia nodded, and so will Laura as well.“Then I will be there, but I can't assure my sisters will be,” she said, and Sophia nodded. She desperately wanted to know more about Luka; he was a mystery, as were even his sisters.Do they have relatives? How was their childhood life like, and did Luka ever fall in love?"Valentina,” she called in a serious tone.“Uhm… Is this your first time in Italy?” She asked, and Valentina nodded. Sophia was confused. Then why did Luka say he was the monster Italy made?
Carlo couldn’t understand Luka’s words, but he dared not ask further. “My sister has suffered a lot ever since we were kids; all she needs is happiness, and if you are willing to give her that, then I approve,” Carlo replied, and Luka patted his shoulder before sitting back on the chair.He thought of Sophia when they were still kids; she was the cutest thing he ever saw, and her way of stammering wasn’t embarrassing but cute.“You can leave,” he ordered Carlo, who nodded before leaving.He had to see his woman, so he picked up his phone and dialed Marco’s number, asking him to go pick Sophia up.Back at the Mondragon mansion...Senior Mr. Mondragon sat on the couch as he made a phone call, and Jerome glared at him in anticipation.“What happened?” he asked his dad curiously.“There will be a transaction tomorrow; make sure it runs smoothly,” he said, and Jerome nodded. He had always wanted to quit this family business and live a normal and happy life, but it was impossible when he ha
When Sofia Russo arrived at the DropDead Casino, it was already 9:00 p.m.At a time like this, it was not safe for a fragile lady to be here alone and to add to the fact that this was Italy, a country controlled by gangsters, but she had no other choice as she had to make deliveries.If she had it her way then she wouldn’t have shown up. However, there was no other option. Life was not easy, she needed money for her daughter’s needs. She had to admit it was not easy being a single mother, but it was better than being stuck with a man.She pulled her skirt trying to cover her flesh perfectly before grabbing the delivery box and making her way inside.DropDead Casino was a famous hangout space for filthy men who come to squander money and also meet with little chicks, it was owned by the greatest mafia lord in the country.The place was furnished lavishly, and even the elevators were lined with gold and silver. Sophia simply held the box and did not let her eyes wander.The elevator sto
Sophia lingered at the door for a few minutes, wondering if Tony had sent the guards to bring her. She had to be cautious.“Miss, please come out quickly. They are men sent by Mr. Santoro,” the lady said, and Sophia hesitated for a moment. Tony’s last name was Moretti, so who was this Mr. Santoro? She had to leave this place somehow, so she decided to trust her instincts and finally walked out.A hostess stood there with an elegant smile, and behind her were two security men. Their uniform had the logo ‘DD’, which signified that they were workers there.“They will take you home safely. No need to worry,” the hostess assured her, and Sophia nodded, having decided to trust her instincts. There was no turning back.---Luca arrived at the hotel room where he planned to have some fun, but he was no longer in the mood after he crossed paths with the lady from the corridor.“Leave,” he ordered the half-naked woman on his bed, and she got confused but quickly left the room. Marco walked in a
Sophia was in tears as she was about to run to her brother, but she was stopped by the driver who brought her. "Let him go! How dare you guys do this to my brother?" she struggled to push the man away, but her strength was light."Leave my sister," Carlo scolded, his face covered in blood.Upstairs stood two men who watched the scene for a while before deciding to come downstairs.“Please have mercy, please….” Carlo pleaded, he knew his fate depended on this man but he never meant to betray him. "Make him shut up," Marco ordered the men, who nodded before placing a cloth around Carlo's mouth.Sophia was in a state of shock. These were the two men who helped her yesterday. Why did they hurt her brother and forcefully bring her here?"Spin," Luca ordered, and Carlo's eyes widened in shock. He was a man, and every man in this country knew what it meant for Luca Greco to say "spin."Countless tears rolled down his cheek as he stared at his sister. This might be the last time they would s
Sofia Russo dashed into the elevator, running late for work, she also needed to give a reasonable explanation why she didn’t show up for work yesterday, but the guards were aware. But as soon as the doors closed, she found herself face-to-face with the notorious mafia don, Luca Greco. Her heart raced as he pulled her closer, his smoldering gaze sending shivers down her spine.Suddenly, he whispered in her ear, "Two minutes before the elevator stops. Enough time for a quickie." Sofia was taken aback, disgusted by his brazen proposition. She tried to push him away, but he was too powerful.“Disgusting” she blurted."Sofia Russo," the words rolled off the tongue of the infamous mafia don, Luca Greco, as he pulled her closer, his smoldering gaze locked onto hers. "Ex-husband Tony Moretti. Has a seven-year-old daughter, Isabella." Sofia's heart raced as she realized this man knew more about her than she'd ever imagined."Give me a chance, sweetheart," Luca demanded, his voice silky smooth.
It was evening and Sophia asked Laura to spend the night with Isabella again and she accepted, she wore a simple red gown while waiting for her brothers. “Can you bring me pictures of Luca?” Laura asked and she rolled her eyes. “Why will I do that?” she sneered when there was a knock on the door. Sophia opened the door and found Damon standing there dressed in a blue shirt and jeans “Brother” she called with a nervous smile.“Where is Carlo? I prefer he doesn’t come along” Damon said, he knew his younger brother was thirsty for power and he was also someone who idolizes gangsters. “I also think so,” Sophia said, she had not yet told Damon about the incident at Luca’s place where Carlo almost lost his life. “Damon” Laura walked towards him with a shy smile, her face was completely red when she saw his gaze was stuck on her “Laura” he called and Isabella rushed towards them. “There Is a spark, right Mother?” she asked and Sophia laughed hard while Laura pulled her cheeks. “What do