Facade

Chapter 54

Damian's pov

I leaned into my chair feeling positively contented. My feelings were pretty much simple. I was in utter bliss. I was happy. I had everything to be thankful for. I had my sister back, my parents were happy and I had a girlfriend who I was crazy about. Though Karen and I just started out, it looked as if we'll be together for a very long time. She pushed buttons no other woman has ever pushed for me. She made me feel in places I didn't know existed. Simply put, she made me happy. Who would have thought the Italian mafia leader was capable of love? I don't know what I feel for Karen. I don't want to rush things. But it seems I might be safe to say I was well on my way into falling in love. Oh well, only time will tell.
"Hey man, got a minute?" Carlisle said as he walked in and took a seat opposite me. I broke away from my thoughts and sat upright giving him my full attention. One thing with Carlisle, he never jokes around. Except when he's with Mia and it's glaring she has him wrapped around her finger. Not that he's complaining. If I'm not mistaken, which I usually am not, he loves everything minute of it. The thought of him with my sister still gives me shivers. I mean, no matter how old she is, she'll always be my little girl. I want to wrap around my arms and protect her from the world. But I can't do that. My little bird needs to take wings and fly.
"Yeah what's up?" I replied giving him my undivided attention. Carlisle wiped his face with his hand and sighed deeply. A clear sign of nerves.
"We need to do something about Helen" Carlisle stated. Shit! I frowned at me, my mind anxious.
"Why? What happened?" I questioned the wary of the reply. You can never be too careful with Helen. Carlisle shook his head solemnly and said
"No, not yet"
His reply was short but it sent alarm bells off in my head. I scowled in confusion, my thoughts running wild.
"What do you mean by 'not yet'?"
I asked, my voice mirroring my confusion. Carlisle sighed tiredly.
"Come on man, think about it. Helen is still out there and isn't going to give up. Usually I'd be relaxed, waiting for her next move but I can't do that right now. Not when I have something to live for. Or someone rather. I don't want the girls in danger and they certainly will be if we wait for Helen to strike first." He concluded. Shit! I had completely forgotten about Helen. Carlisle was right. The girls are not safe with Helen roaming freely. She was still after Mia to sell her and she'll definitely be after Karen for taking her father's side. I don't care what mood Helen is in but she's not touching my sister or my girlfriend. I'd rain down hell on her if she tried to. My conviction still didn't guarantee their safety. Sure I could have guards around them everytime but what if Helen's men get passed the guards? What if she manages to get her hands on Mia and Karen?
"What do you suggest we do?" I asked Carlisle. I couldn't come up with any idea. My head was filled with different scenarios relating to Helen, Karen and Mia. None of them good. And I hope for everyone's sake none of them becomes a reality. It'll destroy us if it does.
"We'll have guards with them at all times. Meanwhile I want Mia to go for self defense training. I'm not taking chances with her. The problem now is how to convince her to go for it without revealing everything to her. I love your sister but you know how she is. She's crazy. She won't agree to go for the training without knowing everything. I can't tell her. I don't want any of this to touch her. She's so pure and innocent and I want her to remain that way" Carlisle looked frustrated. I understood his plight. Mia could be extremely stubborn when she wanted to. And Karen is no better. They are like two peas in a pod. Both incredibly stubborn. But that's part of the charm. No matter how stubborn Mia is, I don't want her to change. I love my little sister that way.
"Yeah I get you. I'd like Karen to join Mia for the training. But how the hell do we convince them to go for it without telling them the truth? Karen knows a little about her mother but she's not aware we are going after her. Heck, she's not even aware I'm in the mafia." I complained feeling equally frustrated. Carlisle sighed and relaxed into his chair.
"Well we just have to find a way. And the sooner the better" He concluded, his voice resigned.

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Felix's pov

I pulled the car into the parking lot and got out. I've been waiting for this moment since I first laid eyes on Drew. I was drawn to him like flames and gasoline. He intrigued me and in his eyes held promises. There was the sexual glint and the confident way he carried himself was such a turn on. I've never had a lover before. There wasn't time for that in the mafia. In the mafia, commitment meant weakness. I was willing to risk it for drew. He was everything I ever wanted. He was one of the reasons I acknowledge to be gay. He was my kryptonite. I wanted to be with him. You could say my soul called to his. So when I got his text last night, I was overly excited. Sure I was nervous but my excitement covered my nervousness. I couldn't sit still for a second. Damian, God bless his soul, had taken a look at me and learnt me a car to use. His parting words were 'Go get laid son'. I had blushed red and tried to cover it with a scowl. So here I am, standing outside the cafe I am to meet Drew, extremely nervous out of my mind. What if I mess it up? What if he decides not to have anything to do with me? The thought didn't sit with me. Mustering my courage, I forced myself to walk into the cafe. I looked around and spotted him sitted in a corner. He looked more gorgeous than usual, if possible. I gulped and made my way over to him. Drew looked up at the sound of my approach and a bright smile instantly covered his face. He stood up and pulled me into a hug then gestured for me to sit. I sat down gratefully.
"I'm happy you came" Drew started. I scowled at him momentarily confused
"Why wouldn't I have come?" I asked. Drew smirked and covered my hand with his. His fingers began drawing patterns on my palm successfully scattering my train of thoughts.
"I thought I scared you off. I know I was too forward the last time we met" Drew explained. Understanding dawned on me and I smiled.
"Well you didn't and I'm here" I replied confidently. He smirked, his eyes full of promises.
"Yes you are. We have lots of things to talk about and this time, I'm not letting you go"
I gulped at the promise behind those words. I lowered my head and peaked at Drew through my lashes. It should be a crime for someone to look this hot. I ached to run my lips across those delicious abs. I imagined those full pink lips on my body and a shiver ran through my spine. No I wasn't scared. Fear had nothing to do with it. I was excited! Anticipation flowed through my veins. But with the way drew is looking at me, I might have signed up for more than I bargained. What have I gotten myself into?

My darlings sorry for the delay. I got tests to write. I need a boyfriend, I'm lonely. By the way, what do you guys think of drew? He sounds so hot, so cocky. Vote and comment please!