A story in which a handsome bodyguard must protect an Italian Billionare Heiress. Even if that means protecting her from herself.
But what happens when Ciel De Gianni refuses to have a bodyguard? With her dark past and old foes coming back to haunt...
He watched as she angrily left. He chuckled. He touched his check and he could still feel the lingering feeling of her fist. He had just got off the phone with Stefano explaining what happened. Stefano told him to come back to the manor and stay put. He was to await further instructions. So he went back. As soon as he got there he was escorted to Stefano's study.
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There Stefano sat on his desk. He looked up to see that Alessandro had come in. "Sit. We have much to discuss". He sat down in front of him, and with a motion of his hand he dismissed everyone in the room leaving only the two. Stefano then placed a folder in front of him. Aless already knew what it was. It was his file. His whole life was on that folder. Who he was and everything he's ever done.
"So I take it Ciel also read this?" Stefano asked. He nodded. "I presume she wasn't very happy". "That's one way to put it". He laughed. "So Alessandro tell me ... who are you really?". "Does it really matter at this point?". "No ... at least not to me, but to Ciel it does. Knowing everything gives her a sense of control. Not knowing angers her. She thinks you've deceived her." "Deceived her ... how?" "You didn't tell her who you really were. She has trouble trusting others. She doesn't trust anyone but herself. She has the need to know everything about the people surrounding her. In her eyes you've deceived her by not telling her of your past". Aless let out a deep sigh.
So she's upset because I didn't tell her about my past? "Well it's not like she asked to know of my past." "True ... but you should have still told her. She was going to find out eventually. So tell me Alessandro who are you really?"
"I'm Alessandro Romano, but I once was Alessandro Esposito. I was raised by my mother in Naples. I never knew my father. When I was 15 my mother died. After that I went into an orphanage. However I left that place and lived on the streets. I was then recruited into the Camorra. They turned me into a killer. One day I was fighting and I was wounded pretty badly. They left me in the streets to die. However, Angelo found me. He offered me a new start. He gave me a new name and a new life. That day Alessandro Esposito died. I've left my past behind me. After Angelo adopted me I became Alessandro Romano. That's who I am". _____
Stefano's POV
Stefano was processing it all. It was true. After Alessandro called him he called Angelo. He told him of Alessandro's past. He told him how he found Alessandro on the streets bleeding out. If he had not saved him ... he would've surely died.
"So why did you save him?" "I don't know... I just did". "I guess I can understand. But offering him a new life? Making him your son? That's unlike you Angelo. You're not that generous old friend". "You're right. I'm not a very kind person. But yet ... even I grew to love and care for him as if he were my real son Stefano ... He is my son and from the moment he came into my life I vowed to protect him. Stefano he is a good man. I know it, so please old friend trust him. Trust me".
Stefano was very deep in thought. He didn't know how to respond. He then remembered of all those times when his old friend had saved his life. I guess I owe him this much, however he wasn't going to make this easy. "Give me a valid reason why I should trust him. I owe him nothing. The only reason I've spared him is because he's your son". There was a long pause. Angelo then remembered why Aless was there in the first place. He was there as a potential bodyguard for Ciel.
"You're in need of a bodyguard. No ... not just that. You need a man who's willing to sacrifice his life for her. Alessandro can do that. I've never met a man more diligent and loyal as him. Besides he's my disciple. I've trained him to succeed me. He's highly capable, he's the best I've ever trained. He will protect her with his life".
It was true. It's exactly what he needed. He needed a man that when the time came he would stand in front of her, and protect her at all costs. No matter the odds. He needed someone loyal who would never betray and hurt her. If it were up to him he would have a whole security team protecting her at all times, but she already dismissed that idea. She would never agree. So Alessandro would have to suffice.
"Tell me why you really saved him. I know there must be a reason". There was a long silence, but then he responded, "I guess he reminded me of ... me. His past is very similar to mine. When I was his age all I ever hoped for was for someone to come rescue me out of that hell-hole ... but no one did. I dug myself out of that hell. I wanted to give him the chance I never got".
In a way it made sense. It was pity. Angelo wasn't always the wealthy and respected man he is today. He once was part of the Mafia. Did what was necessary to survive. He grew and became strong. When he had gained his leaders trust, he killed him. He escaped that life and gained his freedom.
By chance they met. Stefano had just taken over his fathers empire. That made him a target. Being head of the Gianni comes at a hefty price. A target on your back. Stefano was attacked and was about to be killed when Angelo came to his aid. He saved Stefano's life. Indebted, Stefano asked Angelo to be his personal bodyguard and head of his security team. Angelo agreed.
The two became good friends and unknowingly they both protected each other. Stefano knew of Angelo's past. He changed his identity so they would never be able to find him. With Stefano's power he made sure they didn't. He was his bodyguard until Angelo decided to part ways. He wanted to start a new life. Possibly a family. Stefano respected his friends wish and let him go.
Throughout the years they lost touch, but neither would ever forget what they owed. For this reason Stefano decided to trust his old friend. Even Angelo is so fond of him, even putting himself on the line for that boy ... then he can't be bad. "Fine Angelo I will trust him. For your sake. However, I can't say the same thing about Ciel. Ultimately the decision will be hers. I will speak with her, and explain but I'll make no promises on her behalf. She's become difficult to handle since the last time I saw her". He would have to suade her in order for her to accept him. It won't be an easy task. "I understand. Grazie old friend. _________________________
