Forced To Marry The Devil In A Suit

23. Dark Happiness

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Wasted on You by Morgan Wallen

I Think I Love You By Phora

~~ Katerina's P.O.V ~~

My fingers glide across my old photos with ease taking in all the old memories of my childhood. Alessandro was right, I never wanted to hear the truth about my parents but I needed to if I want to be a good leader I'll need to accept all the facts. Uncle Alexei deserved to die for what he did to my parents, Alessandro's dad deserved to die for what he did to everyone he's ever harmed not just my parents. A lump in my throat begins to form at the thought of my family but I quickly push it down not wanting my men to see me in this state. Alessandro and I have been a bit busy since we got back from the Honeymoon so we haven't exactly had much time to do anything together since our date, he's either out of town or working late. I tend to keep busy by coming by the estate or hitting the coffee shop while he handles business back home. My stomach begins to turn for the third time today and after a few seconds, the contents of lunch come back up.

My body feels heavy from the heaving making it hard to get back to my feet. My head begins to pound from the force of everything forcing me to keep my head steady on my arm. Before I know what's happening the room begins to spin before darkness slowly closes in on me.

"Easy Sandro, the doctor said it was the flu; she'll be back on her feet before you know it. The staff is already on top of all the remedies that can help her." Micalo's voice comes through groggily following the blurry sight of him slowly clearing up "I've been so fucking focused, I didn't even notice that my wife was burning up next to me for days. The fucking Dr said she had to have been sick for days and just endured it." I slowly shift my gaze to my frantic husband "It wasn't that bad, today was the worst of it." I rasp through my burning throat. "You're awake" he murmurs taking a seat on the edge of the bed.

The warmth from his hand caressing my cheek is enough to break my hard exterior. "Alessandro" I whimper leaning into his warmth. Micalo makes his way out giving us some alone time. "My stubborn wife, why didn't you tell me you weren't feeling well?" There's guilt in his eyes as if he blames himself for me not feeling well causing my guilt to come forward "I thought I could push through but I guess pushing through wasn't an option today." Alessandro sighs pulling his hand from my cheek leaving me feeling a bit cold "You are to always tell me when you're not well, do I make myself clear Katerina?"

The sound of my name rolling off his tongue has me suddenly feeling so much better... "I'm sorry I worried you Alessandro but I didn't want to interfere with work." His eyes darken with frustration before his hand comes forward cupping my chin and forcing my gaze onto his "You are my wife, my queen, the reason I feel something in this shit world. I don't give a fuck if I'm in the middle of a war, you call your Husband and let him know you are not well or you need help; don't make me tell you again." If my temperature had gone down by anything it was raising hell now. "I understand" his lips graze mine giving me a light peck "Such a good girl when you want to be. Madison will bring up your soup, I'm going to send out the men to finish business for today then I'll be right back up but if you need anything just call me."

After a few days of my husband dotting on me, I made a full recovery. Alessandro made sure to help me bathe, made sure I ate, and made sure I took medicine every 6 hours as recommended by the doc. "Are you sure you feel well enough to hear to the shop?" Alessandro asks as he follows me around our bedroom whilst I gather my things "Yes Alessandro, I'm completely fine now." His burly arms wrap around my waist stopping me just as my hand reaches the doorknob "Alessandro" I whine leaning my head back against his chest "Piccola, you passed out a few days ago from dehydration and a high fever. Give your husband some peace of mind and stay home one more day."

The pleading in his voice almost makes me stay but the thought of the coffee shop not being taken care of had me itching to get back to it. "I have so much to check on, you know how demanding this shit is, I have to go." His lips drag along the length of my neck "Katerina, either you stay in one more day or I'll fuck you so God damn hard you won't be able to walk for days." My skin scatters with goosebumps from the warmth of his breath making it hard to form any coherent argument. "You can't use this tactic against me every time you want to get your way" I breathe running my free hand through his soft locks giving them a light tug.

"Mmmm be a good girl and listen to your husband more often and I won't." He jokes nipping at my ear causing a squeal surface "Alessandro!" His chest rumbles from laughter before doing it again making my bag slip out of my palm "Okay! Ah okayyy I'll stay!" I giggle uncontrollably as he nips at my neck and ear "That's all I wanted to hear." The rest of the day is spent in bed with my insatiable husband who surprisingly has become one of the kindest and strong-hearted men I've ever known.

If you would've told me I would end up married to the Don of the Mafia and I'd fall in love with him a few months ago I would've kicked your teeth in. My husband, the devil, or as some say the man sent to kill the devil has shown me that he is a man of love but its a special love that not many get to see. He's now helped me realize the truth about my past and my family's past all while helping me be the best Queen/ Pakhan I can be. "It's not nice to stare" my sleeping husband mumbles with his eyes still closed, my hand flies to my lips holding in my slight giggle "Sorry handsome" I whisper earning a lazy smile that causes my breath to hitch in my throat. "If you can't sleep then I'd be happy to help" Without warning he jumps up pinning me on my back with my hands above my head. "Always so ready Mr. Morettie." I manage through giggles "I can't help myself, you're just so God damn irresistible Mrs. Morettie."

A/N: Finally decided on ending the book here, I may do an epilogue but I'm not sure yet. I hope you've all enjoyed the book, I know I was a bit sporadic with my updates but this year kicked my ass so here's to the Holidays and the New Year to come. 🎄🎆

Till next time

~Mistress~