you doing?" She w

other scolding her child. Even s

plain." I answ

s dangerous

. H-how did y

iend

he orphanage we used to visit. The orphanage where we grew up until we're old enough to be in

tially. It was what kept us and the others going. When we met her, Ethan and I instantly liked her. She was

e one who gave us opportunities to live our dream. Ethan was able to publish his books and she introduced me to mentors who could guide me with my skills and talent. Last

t night completely shattered when m

made sure we sat outside of the coffee shop so if this guy does funny business, a lot of

. So she knew this

t be a stray angel. Dear, god. I thi

"Such small world, don't y

eyes widened

in private." Avery ignore

ed to sit languidly while pointing

shocked that she threatened him. But if it's true that they're cousins in law, then she must be close to him. I frowned a

led. "Tesoro, you know

y had a steady glare on him while A

she really break his arm? My

ur meeting here with you. I hope for your sak

e floor is yours, tesoro. W

nd I followed to sit besides her not i

shipments and ownership of the paintings. Avery made sure that I don't have to do anything besides talking and signing. Although I didn't want that, she insiste

warned her cousin in law again. We were standing at our spot with Av

?" I only watched their exchange beside them. My

u plan on d

onds before shifting his attention back

n't understand

e. Of cour

teresting. But if she knows, wouldn't it be in

you're here

noticed he was alr

e and steal from me. But know that I wouldn't dare break it. I have high respect for Uncle Marco and Stefano. I'm pretty sure if I even hug you right now, Stefano would

mean please... do not hurt her." I held my breath hearing her plea.

at doesn't change the fact that she's now under my watch. I will not hurt h

e Ranallo is connected to the mafia. Maybe someday I'll tell you how it came to be." She grabbed my hands and held it. "But he is family, Hailynn. He's Stefano's cousin. Mar

ed but the playful smirk he was always wearing was gone

smirked but not quite

There's just so many questions hanging, like the fact that he was related to the Ranallos. Maybe

though. She alread

uch you. Hell, you're lucky we are in their territory. I intend to keep my promise to them. If we would've been in Italy right now, I have long

e s

face. "I'm sure sucking my cock will only give us both pleasure." He chuckled w

o face him. He was now in my personal bubble and I noticed that h

.. you will only know pain from so much