*Mafia boss and his lost love*
Alessa Romanov had endured a difficult childhood. Kidnapped at two years old, she had no memory of her biological family and spent fifteen years in captivity. It wasn't until her stepfather's death that she was finally...
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As we arrived home from our shopping spree, I couldn't help but feel excitement. Ace's family had become like my own over time, and I always looked forward to spending time with them.
Violeta, Ace's younger sister and my best friend, was waiting for us in the living room, her smile infectious as always. "Alessa, there you are! Did you get some stunning dresses for the ball?"
I nodded with a grin, showcasing the shopping bags. "Oh, you bet we did! You're going to love them."
Violeta clapped her hands gleefully. "I can't wait to see them all! We'll have our own fashion show later!"
As we chatted excitedly, Nick, Ace's younger brother, walked in with a laid-back demeanor. "Hey, Alessa, Ace. Ready for the tomorrow?"
"Yep, Absolutely," I replied ruffling his hair and he smacked my hand and glared at me.
Nick chuckled. "That's the spirit! I heard there's going to be some high-stake poker games at the ball. Are you up for it, Ace?"
Ace smirked, a glint of competitiveness in his eyes. "You know I never back down from a good game. Count me in."
Violeta playfully rolled her eyes. "Boys and their games. Alessa, you'll have to keep your man in check."
"You got it," I mock saluted her and rolled her eyes at me.
As we were eating I asked Vi if she was up for the girl's night out.
"Hey Vi, you wanna go down to the club tonight?" I asked her, excitement lacing my voice.
"I'm down," she replied, a mischievous grin spreading across her face.
"Alright," I nodded, already imagining the fun we would have.
"Maybe I should come with you guys," Ace says with a hint of protectiveness in his tone.
"You want to come with us?"
Ace nodded, his expression serious. "Yeah, I mean, just to make sure you're safe. The club scene can be unpredictable, and I want to be there to watch over you."
I couldn't help but smile at his protective nature. "That's sweet of you, Ace, but it's supposed to be a girl's night out. I think we can handle ourselves."
Ace's expression softened, his concern evident in his eyes. "Alright, I understand. But promise me you'll call me if you need anything, no matter what time it is."
"I will, Don't worry," I saw squeezing his hand in comfort.
***
As I stood in front of the mirror, I couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement. Violeta and I had spent hours getting ready, and we looked stunning in our carefully chosen outfits. The anticipation of the night ahead filled me with a sense of freedom and joy.
"Wow, Alessa, you look absolutely stunning!" Violeta exclaimed, her eyes filled with admiration.
I grinned, feeling a blush creep up my cheeks. "Thank you, Vi. You look amazing too. We're going to turn heads tonight."
Violeta twirled around in her elegant dress, her excitement contagious. "I can't wait to hit the dance floor and show off these moves!"
"That's the spirt," I say and high fived her.
"Let's go"
After a few drinks with Violeta, We lost ourselves in the pulsating rhythms, our bodies moving with a carefree motion.
Violeta's laughter echoed through the club as she spun and twirled, her energy contagious. "Let's show these people how it's done!"
"Absolutely!" I grinned back.
As the music filled the air, I felt a presence behind me. A guy had the audacity to try and dance too close for comfort. I swiftly sidestepped, creating a clear boundary, but he remained undeterred, oblivious to my disinterest.
Just as I was about to firmly reject his advances, I saw Ace, striding in with an air of authority. He took one look at the oblivious intruder and swiftly put an end to the unwanted attention with a single punch. The guy was sent packing, his lesson learned.
Ace's eyes met mine, filled with a mix of concern and possessiveness. He reached out and firmly grasped my hand, silently communicating that it was time to leave.
I saw Vi giving me a big thumbs up and mouthing 'Get that dick'. I flipped her off and followed him, weaving through the crowd as he expertly led the way to a secluded VIP room.
"I thought you weren't going to be here tonight, Ace. This is supposed to be a girl's night," I said.
He remained silent, his gaze intense, and swiftly took my hand, leading me into the VIP room.
As we entered, he gently pressed me against the door, his eyes locked with mine, a mixture of desire and anticipation in his gaze.
