SINISTER.

Chapter = 25

Chapter 25

Never, mi Bella. I could never leave you, even if you told me to.

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After an hour, we were on the plane to Italy, and I couldn't control my excitement. Finally, I'll be able to live with my family like I've always wanted. When I was on a plane to Italy for the first time, I thought if my parents and son could come along with me and live with me in the new country away from trouble and worries, but it couldn't happen at the time, but it is now happening because of Antonio. Now I can live peacefully with my parents and Theo. I can already feel tears welling up in my eyes. I couldn't believe what had taken place during the prior two days. First, I learned about Antonio's involvement in the Mafia, and then with huge courage, I travelled to the state where I knew he might find me. But I had to leave not just because of Antonio, but also because I wanted to. I really wanted to meet Theo again, and if I hadn't gone, I could have gone insane. He is my lifeline, and not knowing what was happening to him was slowly killing me. When Antonio mentioned he was in the Mafia, I couldn't help but think about Matthew, and my thoughts were racing in all directions. What if he found out about my Theo or took him with him? That was the final straw that broke me, and without thinking about the consequences, I fled to a country where I could have been killed, But I believe it was the finest move I've ever made; and now, I'm returning to Italy with my family and I couldn't be more satisfied. I also learned about Antonio's love for my Theo, and seeing them together made my heart overflow with joy. And I can feel my parents' happiness and relief at knowing that there is someone who can take Matthew down and free them from his clutches.

I looked around and saw my parents conversing among themselves, and I could even see the blush on mom's cheek, which made me laugh at how beautiful they looked. I'm glad to see them this way. They were forced to endure years of misery as a consequence of one bad mistake. They do not deserve this, and I simply want what is best for them. Because of me, they were unable to enjoy their lives together. I'm always happy to see them like this. Even after years of marriage, their love for one other continued. They still love one other the way they used to, and I'm proud of that. I want one day to have that type of love with Antonio. I look over Antonio, who is preoccupied with his phone. He was looking attentively at his phone. Maybe he was reading something about some work that seemed really serious. My attention shifted from Antonio to Theo, who was ready to fall asleep. He was desperately fighting to keep his eyes open but failing miserably. I could see he was exhausted and needed a good night's sleep. I took off my seatbelt and stood up. I gather my Theo in my arms, causing him to whine in protest about how he is a big boy and does not want his mama to carry him. Even though he is just four years old, he acts like he is ten. I shook my head at his cuteness and looked across at Antonio, whose focus had shifted from his phone to us. And was gazing at us with love and affection, causing me to blush.

"Where can I let him sleep?" I eventually found my voice and spoke to him, keeping my glance away from his handsome face, which has a smirk.

"Come on, I will show you the bedroom" I nodded in agreement and followed him inside the plane's bedroom. We entered the room, and it was neither small nor too big. It was the ideal size for a nap. I gently placed him on the bed before covering him with the duvet. I kissed him on the forehead and ruffled his soft hair. From the corner of my eye, I noticed Antonio approaching near the bed and crouching down before kissing Theo's forehead softly.

"Sleep tight, prezioso" I can feel tears welling up in my eyes. Seeing them in this manner made me want to cry for my Theo, who had been without a father figure throughout his life. Seeing them like this gave me hope that Antonio would one day become Theo's father. I hurriedly wipe away my tears with my sleeves, which chose to fall after witnessing this precious moment. I was preoccupied with my own thoughts, and because of that, I didn't see Antonio had moved closer to me. I looked into his dark blue eyes, which were filled with many feelings, including love and lust too. He placed both of his hands on my shoulder before sliding down, only to clasp my hands tightly before I could determine what he was trying to do. He started pulling me to the nearest restroom.