His Promise: The Mafia’s Babies

Chapter 164

his head as confirmation.

“But thanks for reminding me. I’ll keep it in mind.”

“He followed all of you around for several years and was looking for multiple ways to distract all of you,” Dario spoke. “When you…betrayed Serena-it felt like everything had fallen into place.”

“What do you mean?”

“Provoking Serena, stirring issues between the Lamberti’s and Alfonzo’s.” Dario sighed. “It was all part of the plan, and my dad planned on recruiting the Alfonzo’s, so they could get to the money.”

“But everything fell apart when Serena and I got back together.” Christian realized. “He was back to square one and kidnapped Gina and Enzo instead?”

“Yes,” Dario confirmed. “He wanted to trap you, and he tried to get information out of them. So he took the two people who had reasons to hate you”

“But the only thing was that they didn’t hate me and remained loyal to me.” Christian finished. A lot had happened, but he would never doubt his brother or Gina. Enzo was still his brother, and Gina knew the danger of running her mouth too much.

“What did he want?” Christian asked. “Why is he so obsessed with the Lamberti warehouse?”

“I-I don’t know.” Dario lied, but Christian wasn’t buying it. “Dario!” Mauro called out while Dario flinched

“Money.” Dario sighed. “He told me he has money, lots of it.”

“It’s enough to buy anyone’s loyalty. He wants to build an army and remove you as the boss.”

“Not again.” Christian sighed, exhausted. It hadn’t even been a while since Fabio tried to stir issues. All he wanted was to take care of Serena and Siena in peace.

“How much money?” Christian wondered. “And how did he get that money?”

“That much I really don’t know,” Dario spoke. Christian looked at his uncle, Mauro, who backed up his words and gave Christian a nod.

Christian thought about Serena and wondered if she was able to push his grandpa as far. He knew Franco was known to be a closed book, but he never doubted Serena. She was, after all, the first person he opened. up to because she left him no choice. If everything went according to plan, Serena must’ve known what kind of money he was talking about.

“Okay,” Christian spoke. “That wasn’t that hard, now was it?”

his “What’s your plan?” Dario carefully asked. He knew the true extent of his father’s powers and didn’t want Serena to get hurt. Dario only realized just how serious it was after he requested Christian to protect uncle. Berto had a habit of coming for the things someone loved most, and Christian and Dario both loved Serena.

“I want him to reveal himself,” Christian spoke. “I want to push him so far that he has no choice but to reveal himself.”

“Are you insane?” Dario questioned. It was the same reaction as Beau. Dario knew all too well that his dad was not the one to mess with.

“Yes,” Christian stated. “I’m insane, and I want him to step out and identify himself. I can’t go against a man who won’t even show his face-

“That’s because he can’t,” Dario spoke in fear. “His face…he is not the same anymore.”

face. I don’t care-so please tell me what I

is not Fabio

Christian spoke, determined. He

decision, but if you want him to reveal himself- just keep doing

on Luca and me-and now both of us are gone.” Dario spoke. “Keep doing what you’re

don’t underestimate him.” Dario reminded him.

Christian chuckled. “I’m known to be a mess ever since I got with Serena. That’s why uncle Berto doesn’t see me

care. He loved Serena

want to thank you for protecting Serena.” Christian smiled while Dario had a surprised look on his face. “I know you kept her by your side because you didn’t want her to be your dad’s enemy.”

her. Christian knew it was his love for Serena which had eventually pushed him into making the right decision. He was supposed to be angry and jealous, but he couldn’t. He was grateful

obtained all information necessary. “Yes,” Dario spoke. “He obviously isn’t at the Orlando mansion

he hates me?” Christian asked. The same man who used to call him his favorite nephew held a grudge against him, and he didn’t know why. At first, he was happy to learn that his uncle was still alive and had expected to welcome him back with open arms, but that was not

chuckled. “You have the

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wondered. “How does he feel about my

dad?”

into a smile. “He didn’t have a bad word to say about

He could live with his uncle hating him, but he could not live with the idea of his

I’ll

how I’m not god,” Christian muttered under his breath, making Dario laugh out loud. “I also got that speech,” Dario remembered. “Just

at Mauro’s face and could sense that Dario still hadn’t shared everything. Why would he? Christian thought. He placed his hand on Dario’s shoulder while Dario

Dario’s eyes widened, and so

“I’m sorry

years ago at your dad’s party” Christian apologized from his heart. “No one deserved to be treated like that, and if I had known you were my cousin, I wouldn’t have turned my back on you.” Christian shared. “It’s just that I was a cold person around that time because I was afraid of people pushing me away-and

was wrong, and I’m sorry. I want you to know that everyone has changed as well, and we’re not immature

is this?” Dario asked, surprised. “A way to fix everything.” Christian smiled. “My dad is nearing his end, he organized a family shoot, and I

hands moved towards

be,” Christian spoke. “My dad met you as an Orlando, but I’m sure he would love

would you do

loud and clear. “Listen to his words, Dario,” Mauro said.

I don’t want you to turn out like my uncle,” Christian spoke. “1 was headed down that path, but then I met Serena,

chose to be bitter. Dario, I’m sure the Lamberti’s would love to meet you-including our grandpa.” Christian told him. “Yes, he’s

Dario repeated. “Why would you even do this?”

explained. “You’re my family, which means I care for your well- being, and I don’t want you to

confused. “I thought you

you. You’re my cousin.” He repeated. “I

if I accept this invitation, you’ll properly make me part of this family?” Dario asked.

Christian nodded. “It’s a good way for you to start over and a good way to push

to think about it, but please tell me if you’re in-so I can give my

you.” Dario smiled, surprised. “I’ll think about it.”

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interrupted by the sound of

out.

his head. He was hoping for Dario to share whatever