My Winter

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Nicolas' pov:

After my shower, I went out to change when I saw a figure lying on my bed. She looks so peaceful.

I don't want to to bother her so I changed in my closet. I'm tired but I don't want to crawl into bed right now. So I'm gonna grab a drink in my study and do some work.

When I made it to my study downstairs, I immediately poured myself some scotch and downed it. And refilled again.

I'm not sure why I feel the need to drink heavily. Maybe because I feel guilty. Damn. I just want her to give me a chance.

I tried to get some work to done for this job I own. It's a tech company and I'm the CEO. Everyone in there doesn't just work for me, they're in the mafia. It's to make sure I won't have anyone accidentally stumble open the fact their boss is mafia. I don't like killing people. I really don't. Yes, I have a temper. And it can get bad. But I just don't like killing people.

Unless it's Lucien. That man I wouldn't mind ending his life, slowly. He's the man that killed my father and has been trying to take over my status. He promised me he'll do anything to get it. I'm not sure I understand why though. He's a mafia leader as well. A pretty powerful one, and yet he insist on being king of the mafia. I don't think he understands all that's involved in being one. I sometimes love it and sometimes hate it. But I was trained my whole life for this role. He wasn't.

So I'm at war with him. Trying to take him down before he takes me down. I know he's already tried to go after Isabella, but luckily my sister was trained to protect herself and killed the guy he sent. My dad wanted to make sure everyone in his family knew how to fight just incase he wasn't there to protect us.

I'm gonna need to teach Winter. Because will go after her as soon as he finds out I have a girl now. He probably already knows. He would probably try to get to her at the hospital. I need to find a way to put some of my men in there to protect her in there. I'll have men stationed outside but anything could happen to her inside. I can't let him touch her.

I downed another drink in frustration with so many things going on. I poured myself another when my phone buzzed.

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I was my nephew. I smiled when I saw his eyes have opened slightly and his little smile. Oh yeah... he's a fighter.

I sighed in relief. 

I went to put my phone away when it buzzed again.

Mom.

"As you wish." I said out loud as I texted her.

I dont know how she knows, but she does. Probably one of the guys. Bruno is my bet. I'm not even mad. Kinda relieved actually. But I wonder how much he told her? If he told her I kidnapped her, I may or may not be in trouble. We'll see.

I hope mama likes Winter. I don't see why she wouldn't. Winters full of spirit and sass. Just like mama.

I didn't realize how much I had to drink until I started sway. I couldn't stand on my own two feet. I need to go to bed. I need to talk to Winter. I need her to realize how much I care for her. What I'd do for her. I need her to give me a chance. Please my love.

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Winter's pov:

I was startled awake when I heard the door open and the sounds of footsteps nearing me.

"Winter," The voice whispered.

I opened my eyes and saw a messy man standing over me. His hair was a mess, even he took a shower. His eyes were red like they had been crying and breath... oh God. He's drunk.

"Nic? What's wrong? Why are you drunk?" I asked sitting up.

"I uh- that's a good question. I don't know." He giggled and started swaying like he was gonna fall.

I quickly got up to catch him and sat him on the bed. I was now standing up facing him and he was sitting down putting his head on my stomach and his arms around my waist.

All I could think to do was run my fingers through his hair. I felt sorry for him. Not sure why I just did.

"Oh Winter, baby. I don't mean to scare you. I shouldn't have taken you. I'm sorry. I just want you to give me a chance. I knew after you saw me," he started crying. "You wouldn't have. You knew I was trouble. You're so smart. And beautiful. And kind. I couldn't resist I guess. I know you don't owe me anything. No favors no nothing but baby please," he lifted his head from my stomach to look up at me. "Please, give me a chance!"

Those eyes that are always dark are now a light brown. Full of sadness and regret. Looking into his eyes made me feel a tad bit guilty. And it made me think.

He could be a lot worse. He could have raped me. Beaten me. Locked me inside and so many things. But he hasn't. He's taken care of me. Making sure I've got food, water and my personal belongings. He even is letting me continue on my career that I've always dreamed of. The thing that scares me the most, is what is what would happened if I disobeyed him. I don't think he'll do anything to bad. It still worries me though. Especially with what Bruno said earlier.

But why not? Why not give him a chance? Everyone deserves it. That's what mama taught me.

I sighed, continuing running my fingers through his hair, even wipping away those stray tears of his.

"Ok. I'll give you a chance." My heart melted when I saw his bigs eyes light up. "But," I continued. "If my feelings for you go nowhere, and I don't want to be here anymore, you have to let me go. Deal?"

"Affare." He hugged me. I'm going to assume that means deal. I'll have to look it up later.

"Now come on. Let's get you into bed." I said, taking his shoes off.

After I took them off he fell on his side, landing his head on the pillow. I took the blanket and  snuggled him in.

"Goodnight, Nic." I said softly, getting in on the other side.

"Goodnight, my baby."