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Chapter 26

I thought Domenico was lying about leaving the country just to shut dad and Julia up, but were really on our way to Greece.

We boarded the private plain an hour ago. We're currently situated in the bedroom at the back with some snacks and water. It was late at night and I was beyond tired, that's why I opted for the bedroom.

I decided to get shut eye while Domenico was sitting next to me in bed finishing off some work on his laptop for us to have a relaxing honeymoon with no interruptions. I was in a deep sleep when Domenico woke me up "Baby, come get up, we're about to land. We need to get seated and strapped in"

I groaned as I pulled myself up sluggishly following behind him with my bed head on full display, but I didn't care that the staff on board saw my appearance. As soon as we strapped in, we landed and disembarked into an awaiting vehicle.

Luckily, I decided to dress comfy for the flight in leggings with a long-sleeved top and hoodie tied around my waist. I don't care what people think of me being the wife of a Capo being dressed like a college kid because I am one and it's not like Domenico was an old man. He fell in love with the college kid, looks and all. If he was with me for looks, I would have never have given him a chance because I'm not that type of person. The heart is more important than the looks.

The driver took us to a house a few meters from the beach and he made sure to take a few trips carrying our bags up the two million steps we had to take to reach the house. I tried to help, but Domenico didn't allow me. Why this man thought of coming here of all places, I had no clue. I like to gym and all, but I don't think anyone likes to gym when they are on holiday and supposed to relax.

"We're staying here for a week, then we're going to Italy" Domenico stated, as we entered the door of the gorgeous home we're staying at. Lovely white and beige interior as we stepped into the lounge with huge windows and balcony with a small splash pool on the left side overlooking the sea. It's a two-bedroom unit and more than enough for the two of us. Stainless steel appliances with a stocked fridge and the whole place were just how I liked it, comfy, homy and not too extravagant.

It was mid-day, so I decide to take a shower. I opted for a flowy dress with a bikini underneath. It's hot here and you never know when you might swim, so I'm always ready.

Domenico was busy making some business calls in the other bedroom, much to my dismay, because I thought business would be the last thing on our honeymoon. I decided to enjoy a glass of champagne on the balcony overlooking the gorgeous blue sea while admiring our surroundings.

I sat there deep in thought about how my life has changed since moving away from that toxic house. I have grown so much as a person. It felt like I how I think a flower would feel when it's starting to bloom. I felt so free and truly happy, for the first time ever and I'm just starting to bloom. I know there's more to this happiness.

I still have so many questions for dad, but I know it would take time to get to the truth. I need answers so that I can fully close that chapter of my life, that for sure.

My train of thought was interrupted when Domenico came and sat opposite of me with a glass of his favorite whiskey in his hand.

"What are we eating for dinner?" I asked him, as I took another sip of my lovely crisp and bitter tasting champagne.

"I don't know what you're eating, but I'm eating you" he replied, looking at me with lust shamelessly written in his eyes and no smile on his face whatsoever. I decided to gulp my glass down to get rid of the shy feelings that overcame me. My face was probably flushed.

"You know that I'm temporarily disabled in that region" I reminded him, trying to get out of this, yet I know he won't fall for my tricks.

"And you know I will be gentle and besides, you should be feeling better by now" he reminded, while pulling me up by the hand to come and sit on his lap in a straddling position. My dress had ridden up, fully exposing my thighs and bikini clad core. He started stroking his hands through my hair as while looking me in the eyes.

I gulped at the way he always made the nerves in my tummy bundle together in anticipation. He bends forward, starting to kiss me with so much passion and love as his hands gripped the back of my head. He got up with my legs wrapped around his waist and arms around his neck as we made out all the way to the bedroom.

After doing what married people does on a regular, we decided to start something to eat. It was late in the day and beginning to get dark outside as the sun was making all the beautiful colors in the sky as it set. He also kept his word about being gentle and this time around everything felt even more mind-blowing. We decided to make oven grilled chicken with a side of mixed veggies. I obviously watched while he did everything seeing that he doesn't want me lifting a finger. I don't complain either, he's the best cook and I enjoy everything his hands create, even making me come.

We went for a dip in the splash pool overlooking the now dark ocean while watching the beautiful twinkling lights of the houses around us. It perfect and oh so romantic. We opened a bottle of white wine and just relaxed in each other's company in silence. Our comfortable silence told my heart so much. By 22:00 in the evening we decided to take a another shower together, washing the chlorine off and called it a day, because the next day we will be exploring Greece.

"Aargh! Why does that phone always disturb my peace?" I muttered under my breath as I decided to get up and answer it. I knew it wouldn't stop unless someone answered it.

"Domenico's phone, hello" I answer without looking at the screen.

"Hello, who's this? Where's Domenico and why are you answering his phone?" a very not so polite woman asked. I was in no mood to be a horrible human being.

"Domenico still asleep. Who's this?" I asked, as Domenico was starting to wake up, looking at me questioningly while rubbing the sleep from his eyes.

"Tell him he must call Isabella back" the voice on the other side said and I instantly knew it was the ex from college because I remember the name being mentioned before. Why the fuck would she be contacting him? I thought to myself as my mood went from a 100 to 0.

I looked Domenico, who was now fully awake yet he made no attempt to snatch the phone from my hand, in the eyes while asking the woman on the phone "why are you contacting Domenico?"

"Baby, who's that on the phone?" Domenico asked, but I ignored his ass.

She answers me with "we have history and who are you to cross question me about Domenico? I suggest you wake him up or tell him to call me back if you know what's good for you" she snarled. What an utter bitch, I thought to myself, but why was I not physically able to respond? This pissed me off even more because I was in too much shock at the gal of this bitch.

I dropped the call in her face and threw the phone on the bed, even more pissed at myself for not putting the bitch in her place. I decided to walk in the bathroom to rather wash this pissed feeling right off. I won't allow her to steal my inner peace.

Domenico stopped me "Olivia, who was that on the phone?" he questioned.

"Your ex, Isabella, or what's her face's name. She told me to wake you up and that I 'must tell' you to call her back, that's if I know what's good for me and she also said some other stuff. So, you better call your owner back" I sarcastically explained, clearly having a pissed look on my face. I was more upset at how soft I am and then at the fact that he's still in contact with his ex. I might not have any experience with men, but I don't like him having contact with her.

I decided to shower and get dressed in a short above the knee, white strappy dress with black flat leather sandals. When I was done Domenico was sitting bare chested with only his white boxers on, in the open plan living room on his laptop typing up a storm. I walked past him and started to keep myself busy making breakfast and avoiding him. He didn't stop me like he would other times and I don't think I was in the mood to allow him to stop me, anyway. I then placed a plate Infront of him on the side table. I took my plate with my coffee and went to the balcony that I've come to love. I savored every bite of the food and was sipping the last bit of coffee when Domenico came out and joined me outside.

He was the first to break the silence after a good five minutes of silence staring into the calm deep blue ocean.

"Can we talk?".

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