Sinscared Series #1
A forbidden love.
A betrayal lurking in the shadows.
And a world built on blood, deception, and vengeance.
In the ruthless world of the Italian mafia, loyalty is power, betrayal is death, and love... is a dangerous game.
Serafi...
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As I guided Eleanor through the maze of corridors leading to my main bar, The Blind Tiger, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride mixed with a tinge of apprehension.
The Blind Tiger wasn't just a bar; it was the heart of my operations, a place where deals were made and alliances forged.
Bringing Eleanor here was a significant step, one that signaled her deeper integration into my world.
Yesterday night, she asked me that she wanted to see all of my business. All of the it.
She knows about our world and is not scared of it at all. She says my love will protect her from all the adversaries of this world.
So today, we started our tour. I was going to show her few of our crucial places.
Eleanor's heels clicked sharply on the polished floors, her eyes wide with curiosity and excitement.
"This place is incredible," she murmured, glancing around at the opulent décor and the bustling activity. "I had no idea you were involved in something so... grand."
I chuckled, placing a hand on the small of her back to guide her through the crowd. "There's a lot you don't know about my businesses, Eleanor. Tonight, I want to show you everything."
We walked into the main bar area, a sprawling space filled with plush seating, ambient lighting, and a stage where live jazz performances often took place.
The air was thick with the scent of expensive cigars and the murmur of hushed conversations.
I leaned in close, speaking directly into her ear to be heard over the noise. "This is where most of the legitimate business happens. High-profile clients, networking events, that sort of thing."
Eleanor nodded, her eyes sparkling with interest. "It's beautiful. I can see why it's so successful."
"Come on," I said, taking her hand. "There's more to see."
We moved towards a discreet door at the back of the bar, guarded by a burly man in a tailored suit.
He nodded at me and stepped aside, allowing us entry into a private corridor.
The ambiance shifted immediately, the luxurious décor giving way to a more utilitarian setting.
"This part of the operation is a bit more... clandestine," I explained as we walked. "It's where the real business takes place."
Eleanor's eyes widened. "Real business?"
I nodded, my expression serious. "Yes. The deals that keep everything running smoothly, that maintain the power balance."
We reached a heavy steel door, which I unlocked with a keycard.
Inside was a room lined with high-tech surveillance equipment, computers, and secure communication devices.
