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Chapter 13

Today is Sunday and Domenico wanted to prepare a huge Sunday lunch. Luca and the friends from last night will be eating with us today. He is preparing leg of lamb, grilled chicken, Garlic potato's, green beans and two sides of salads. I am just his assistant because he doesn't want me to really touch anything in the kitchen.

"Will there be any desert?" I questioned.

"Luca picked up some Cannoli's and Tiramisu from the restaurant. Kai and Rodger will be accompanied by their girlfriends. Max will be coming with them as well. So, we have a full table today" he mentioned.

"Can't wait to meet more people in your world" I said.

"Do you really have to go back home tomorrow?" he questioned.

This man want's everything to develop faster than necessary. Why can't things just take its own time? I'm still trying to get used to the fact that I have a boyfriend.

"Why the rush?" I asked, looking at his back as he was busy checking the oven.

"I want you near me all the time. What's the crime in that and besides why would you want to sleep alone at night when you have a human pillow to drool on?" He taunted.

His attention was now solely on me as everything is done besides the chicken that was still grilling in the oven.

"I know it's comfortable and all but give me time, please?" I asked, making puppy eyes before continuing "or... if Marco approved of us dating than I would have no issue moving in?" I said, giving a smirk, knowing full well that Marco won't agree.

"Ok, he should be back Wednesday then I'll go see him. Do you want to come with me?"

"Heck no, you can go get your beating on your own. I can't lose another father figure" I answered, shaking my head at his request.

He threw his head back laughing "you are being such a coward for sending me to the lion's den alone" he commented.

"No, that is just something you have to go through in order for you to really get me. It will also confirm you really want to be with me. So, see it as you test" I said, as I wrapped my arms around his torso looking up into his eyes.

The doorbell rang just as he gave me a peck on the forehead. I quickly released him from my grip and I grabbed ahold of his hand leading him with me to the front door. Meeting new people is scary but when meeting females it is even worse. I am still I little shy meeting people from his side of the fence, but I need to put myself out there. I still believe that not all people are as horrible as my step-mom, her child, Paige and Jessica.

"Hey guys" Domenico said, welcoming them inside.

"Hi" I said, waving at them while smiling a little too enthusiastically due to my nervousness, but luckily, they don't make me feel awkward and respond with greetings.

I saw Luca holding two big boxes in his hands with the Mancini restaurant logo on it, while to the kitchen to place it on the counter.

"Hi, my name is Kate" A blonde girl with green eyes stretch her hand out to me.

I smile back at her "hi, I'm Olivia, so nice to meet you" I said, shaking her hand and did the same with the other girl with the black hair.

"Nice meeting you Olivia, my name is Camilla. It's so nice seeing Domenico with a girlfriend" she commented, as she gave him a side-eyed glance while he just rubbed the back of his neck.

"Hi, I'm Max" A big bulky guy with black hair, black framed glasses and tanned skin stretched his hand out to me to shake.

"Welcome Max and it's nice to meet you too" I said, smiling back at him.

"Food is ready" Domenico announced, and everyone headed into the dining room that has never been used since I came here. I walked behind Domenico back to the kitchen to help him with the dishes. I placed the confectionaries on two trays and also took it inside and placed it in the middle of the table.

Everyone is seated and we prayed than start to eat.

"Why is everyone so quiet?" I asked, looking at everyone around the table.

"I'm still in disbelief that the ice king had a girlfriend. When Rodger told me last night when he came home, I was shocked to say the least" she mentioned, making everyone laugh while I tried to figure out who was who's girlfriend. Camilla belonged with Rodger and Kate belonged with Kai because I know Domenico mentioned that Max was single.

"Yip, I am the girlfriend of the ice king, but I can assure you I'm no ice queen" I confirmed, as she giggled in response to my comment.

"Olivia, why were those two girls so rude to you last night? I thought they were your friends" Luca asked.

I shook my head at his question before answering "they are closer with Mia. They went to the same school as her and Tessa. I have never been friends with them. I saw them on campus sometimes but have never talked to them before I met them in person last week at Mia's birthday dinner. They are just bullies but I ignore them most of the time".

"Next time when you go out and they are there, pop me a message and I will come beat them up for you" Kate mention, while punching the air.

Kai stopped her halfway "babe, we are at the dinner table"

"I also hate bullies. I was bullied in grade school and that stayed with me for so long that's why I started to train with Kai and now I can sort the bitches out myself" she continued to mention, ignoring Kai.

"Oh, you do? Where do you guys' train? I normally try to gym every day to stay in shape but since I've been here, I have not had a chance to" I say.

"They all gym at the same place where the infirmary is, it's a huge base one side there are living quarters for the men and the opposite side the gym and infirmary". Domenico said.

I just nod in response. I don't know how he would feel if I requested to join in front of the others. I'll just ask another time when we're alone.

The food was the best I have ever had in my life. Not that I have had a lot of food experiences, but I love his cooking. The girls were not what I expected at all. They are really nice, and you can see by the way they communicate that this is their true self, and they don't pretend at all. This friend group have known each other for more than ten years and Luca and Domenico literally grew up together.

As far as I know Luca is Domenico's right-hand man, Rodger is a sniper, Kai is good with explosives and Max is a tech guy. They all have teams that work with them, and they all know combat fighting and it's a requirement.

The evening was way better than I expected it would turn out. The girls and I overindulged with the champagne, so we were all a little bit tipsy by the time the night ended. The men however still looked fine, even though I lost count of the amount of alcohol they took.

When everyone left Domenico carried me to his bedroom and threw me on the bed. He got me one of his t-shirts and helped me get out of my jeans and sweater. I gave me a kiss on the head after he tucked me in then proceeded to make his way to the bathroom to take a shower.

He probably thought I did not see the bulge his pants made as he was undressing me. Probably going to sort that out. I thought as my eyes drew close, and sleep overtake my senses.

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