Vittori ✔️

TEN

DANIEL HARPER

I laughed a bit when everyone jumped out of the way of Lucien’s car. His security guards then began to shoo everyone away and let them scram. 

“I need to leave for business. But I’ll talk to you later. Right?” He said it like a child hoping they were still getting dessert.

“Right.” I responded. “I’ll give you another chance. Remember, choose a spot you like. And maybe I’ll like it too.” I said. 

“You’re so thoughtful, Danny Boy.” He said. Back to that nickname, I guess.

“Thank you, Lucien.” I said. His hungry eyes came back. He looked at my lips. 

He cleared his throat. “I should get going.” He said. He stepped back from me.

“Oh, by the way,” I quickly said. He looked back up to me. “Can you get tested for any STDs?” I asked. Lucien was taken aback, probably offended I would ask such a thing.

“If you say so, Danny. But I know you don’t have to.” His words were poking at me. “Ciao, Danny. I’ll contact you later. Yeah?” He said.

“Mhm. I’ll be waiting.” I said. He turned around and started walking to his car. He quickly turned back and gave me a wink before getting into his car and driving away quickly.

I honestly couldn’t believe that I had a normal conversation with Lucien. He wasn’t angry. He wasn’t horny. He just talked and told me about his intentions. Which I’m grateful for because now I feel like I could also work and help him to reach his goal.

‘Walk, bitch!’ my brain randomly told me. I remembered I was standing and staring at the spot where Lucien’s car was just at. Turning in the direction of my dorm, I raced away and quickly pulled out my phone to call Angie.

“Yes?.” She said in a chippy voice.

“Ang! Lucien just came to see me right now!” I quickly said into the phone.

“Fuck me.” She said into the phone.

“I just did.” A random guy’s voice said on her end. She shushed him quickly before I heard rustling. 

“Hold up, Danny! I’m on my way. Meet you in your room.” She quickly said before I heard the sound of stumbling and the call ended.

I’d rather not sit and think about what just happened. I needed to get to my room and try to process what I talked about with Lucien. I made a quick pit stop at Walgreens to get some snacks. As I was getting ready to pay and get my money from my pocket, I felt a weird thickness in my pants.

My hands reached into the pockets and pulled out a stack of money that had been placed there. There was a note attached. 

‘From Lucien. A small gift from me to you.’ it said. When did he put this here? Sneaky bastard.

When I reached my room, a frantic Angie was waiting outside with a bandage on her head.

“What happened to you?” I asked. She patted her bruise.

“Knocked into a desk as I was putting on my clothes quickly. Open the door quickly!” She said. I already had my keys out and unlocked the door. We both raced in. Before I closed the door, I took a glance at the hallway to see if anyone was watching us. 

“I got snacks.” I placed the bag on the table. Angie reached in and pulled out her Pocky. 

“Tell me now. What did he want?” She asked.

“He came to kinda set boundaries about us.” I said. She stared at me, wanting me to go on. “He apologized for how he treated me on our date. He then went on to explain that he wants to give it a go in our relationship.” I explained.

“Aww! Wait, are we happy or upset?” She said. 

“I really don't know. While I'm glad he put boundaries, I feel like that should be something any normal adult person should be aware of” I said.

“Yeah, makes sense. Based on how his dad talked and threatened you, I wouldn't be surprised if there are more things going on behind the scenes.”

“Probably.” I rolled my eyes and pulled out my wafer cookies. “Should I buy a gun? I don’t even know how to use one…” I said

“Nah. Based off what I’ve heard, Lucien has, like, a crazy amount of bodyguards. But maybe get pepper spray. Just in case.” She gave me a small wink.

I don't think she realized the gun was meant to protect me from Lucien.

How would I even afford it? Would I need to take lessons? And how could I possibly use a gun around a guy who seems like he was born with one in his hands.

"What are you thinking about?"

“There's a really good diner I saw that I wanted to try out.” I said.

My phone began ringing. I looked down at it to see the caller had no ID. “Answer it!” Angie chanted.

I pressed the green button. “Hello?” I asked.

“Danny!” A cheery voice spoke. It’s Sylvester’s. I still remember when he threatened to kill my family.

“Hi, Mr. Vittori. What can I do for you?” I asked. 

“First of all, thank you for giving my Lucy another chance.” He asked.

"Well, I figured it wouldn't hurt. Lucien's apology seemed... sincere?"

Wow, I wasn't even sure of it myself.

"Amazing. Lucien said he would be planning it, so I truly have no idea what's going to happen."

"I'm sure he'll do a fine job."

“Great! See you soon, Danny…” He said and hung up. I looked at Angie.

“Welp, looks like you’re a part of the mafia!” She said. I rolled my eyes.

“I don’t think so. I'm just saying a Vittori..” I said. 

“Yeah, the Vittori Prince.” She told me.

I chuckled and didn’t think much of it. I was definitely in more danger now. I had read and seen movies with this type of scenario play out. And each time it was bloody and deadly.

Being around Lucien is dangerous, and now I’m part of his danger.

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<3 ciao