His Promise: The Mafia’s Babies

Chapter 228

“I knew this was a bad plan,” I whispered to myself while trying not to faint in the changing room.

After my crazy idea, I decided to just go for it and called Luca’s number-not expecting him to answer, but he did.

I told him I wanted to meet up with him and managed to manipulate Emilio and Beau-into taking me to a public mall. Yes, I was stupid-but to a degree which was why I knew that a public meeting would be the only way, even if it had to be in this tiny, uncomfortable space.

I held my breath, feeling a presence behind me. “Serena…we meet again.” I recognized Luca’s voice.

I turned around and opened my eyes to meet the man standing in front of me. He wore a black hoodie, covering half of his face. I had expected to be scared, but I wasn’t. Deep down, I was still hopeful that he would be the old Luca. The one who was once willing to give his life for me.

“What?” Luca chuckled. “No hug, no warm welcome?”

I scoffed. “After everything you’ve done?” I asked. “Because I don’t know if you’re aware, but Dario..your brother Dario? His uncle is dead because of you—”

“Don’t!” Luca slammed his fist against the wall, cornering me. “That was on my dad. That wasn’t me, so -don’t!”

I kept my mouth shut. My words had affected him deeply. “Believe it or not… I don’t always agree with his

ways.

I truly wanted to believe that-but Luca still had a choice. Despite everything, Lucio would still be willing to welcome him back into the family, and so would Franco.

“Anyway, I’m not here for any of that.” I rolled my eyes, so I didn’t have to look at him. “I’m here to make a deal. One your father will like.”

“I’m listening.” Luca backed off. It was now or never-but I wouldn’t run away, and I would not turn my back on the Lamberti’s. Not this time.

“Although your dad claimed he didn’t want to hurt Christian….I heard he’s changed his mind.” I began. “I heard he would let the Lamberti’s be, in trade for my…presence.”

Luca chuckled. “You’ve heard correctly.” He confirmed. “It’s nothing personal, but taking away someone he cares about is the same as attacking the family business-so either one will do.”

“Believe it or not, he also cared about you. I reminded Luca. “You broke his heart.”

“He doesn’t. If he did, he would’ve been there for me.”

in the mood to continue this discussion which was why I didn’t get into it. “I want your dad to return Siena’s money, all of it-and I need him to guarantee to

you have the right to live for another ten months?” He brought his lips to my ear. “Not that we would

wouldn’t be the first time.

“I’m pregnant.”

was supposed to share this moment with Christian, but here I was-sharing it with his traitor

Luca’s eyes lit up. “You just don’t know how to catch a break, do you?” He laughed. “What’s the point of protection if people

wasn’t playing around. “These are my terms, and the baby will be returned to

now it’s getting interesting.” He clicked his tongue. “You want to exchange your freedom for Christian and

“And I don’t have all day, so I need

cut me off. “Dad will be happy to hear about this.” He smirked. “Meeting up with

do you know I’m

I hadn’t expected it

from spitting in his face.”Because h know the type of person you are.” He spoke calmly. “You’re a greedy, gold-digging bitch who will do anything, so your daughter doesn’t have to strip the

Keep calm, Serena.

breathe out.

do I know you’re not the one lying?” I turned the question. “I know how much you want the family

get to see Christian miserable,

him. He was

afraid I have to go, princess.” Luca kissed my cheek forcefully. I closed my eyes in full disgust. “I’ll discuss this with my father, and

changing room before opening my eyes. With sweaty palms, I held the wall for support and took several breaths.

deal was official, I could

I would belong to Berto

we’re back. Are you still alive in there?” Emilio called out. “How are

the tone of my voice. “And yes, I’m still alive.” I left the changing room. Regardless of everything, I couldn’t help but laugh at Beau,

He chuckled, pointing at Beau. “I don’t know why I agreed to this,” Beau complained.

and walked off while I followed behind them. “She has been forcing me to tag along

hard time? Emilio spoke. “Milo’s mom was the same.” He

hope that Christian would be able to do the same. We were all aware of his love for Siena,

wiped a tear from my eye. I

hangers from my hand. What was the

throwing the bunch on the counter.