His Promise: The Mafia’s Babies

Chapter 312

Elena

“Elena, did you pack everything?” Marvin stuck his head through the door. I could not even begin to explain the surprise when Marvin practically forced me to pack my suitcases because we were moving.

The surprise didn’t end there because I had nearly lost my balance after Marvin told me that ‘officer’ Lucas was actually Mario’s Castillo’s son.I was not going to lie. That was enough for me to agree to move out as I did not want to get involved with family drama which did absolutely not concern me.

Tiago, on the other hand, was a different case, and I had yet to speak with him. “Yes, I’m ready!” I told Marvin, pushing my suitcases out the door.

I was still trying to wrap my head around this matter and could not believe a family was more dysfunctional than mine. “Wait…before we go….” I stopped in my steps.

Marvin turned around. “Yes?”

“Can I speak to Tiago?” I spoke, avoiding his eyes. I had to see Tiago, and he had to give me à name-there was no other way.

“Tiago?” Marvin spoke, stunned.

“Y-yes, I don’t think Linda would mind.” I made up. “I just want to say goodbye to him.”

I could sense a slight hint of annoyance. “Elena, we’re moving down the street,” Marvin argued. I looked at him with puppy eyes, refusing to back down, and surprisingly enough, it seemed to have worked.

“Okay, I’ll take you to him.” Marvin gave in. He forced my suitcases to one of the maids and grabbed my hand. “Thank you.”

“Don’t thank me.” Marvin sighed. “He’s in his old room, clearing out Anya’s stuff.”

Clearing out Anya’s stuff? It had been a while since Anya’s death, so it was understandable that Tiago could not find the courage.I felt bad for him.

“I have to warn you, though. He’s a bit sensitive.” Marvin spoke.

“We’ll be fine,” I reassured him as we stood in front of a closed door. Marvin eyed me suspiciously. “Hmm. okay.”

The same maid who used to guard Tiago’s room stood in front of the door and looked from me to Marvin. “Y-your brother doesn’t want anyone to disturb him, s-sir.” She managed to get out.She seemed to be afraid of Marvin.

“Tiago, you have a visitor!” Marvin knocked on the door, ignoring Tiago’s request. It remained silent, and there was no answer.

“It’s Elena?” Marvin tried once again before the door was opened, revealing Tiago. He stared at me with big eyes. “Is it true? Are you leaving?”

I released myself from Marvin’s grip and entered the room while Tiago closed the door in his face. “Not him. He annoys me.” He shook his head. “I can hear you!” Marvin called out.

Unfortunately, Tiago did not look good, and it was most likely due to lack of sleep. I bet he wasn’t that

happy with his new brother.

“Hey, Tiago.” I greeted him, pulling him into a hug. At least he showered, I guess. “How are you doing?”

“I want to give this to you. It was Anya’s.” Tiago grabbed a ballerina music box on the nightstand. “She was obsessed with this thing.” He smiled. “Which is why I want you to have it.”

Was he crazy?

“I-I can’t accept this!” I backed away. “You should keep it or bring it to her family-but I can’t accept this.”

Tiago scoffed. “Then it’s going into the trash because I can’t look at it any longer.” He spoke. “This stupid thing reminds me of her.”

I reached out to hold his hand. “That’s a good thing. You should not forget about

Tiago shook his head. “I just I can’t look at this

I’ll take it!” I cut him off. “I’ll keep it for you until you’re ready

the antique-looking music box. “It’s beautiful.”

more for that stupid thing than she cared

don’t say that,”

the bed. “Dad cheated on mom, and I have a

I heard.” I joined Tiago. “I

means he’s a threat to me. He’s out to get me, so I have to find a way to get to him first.” Tiago continued, balling his fist. His statement scared the living crap out of me, and it was

not true,” I whispered. “Who told

on his face. “Tiago.” I stepped closer. “The last

not true!” Tiago whispered, shaking his head. The sweat was almost dripping

was just like the last time. Whoever had control of Tiago was the one who

stepped closer. “Tiago, is someone in this house keeping you quiet?” I asked. “Are you still not taking

to leave before that

in this household?” I

it have to do with the thing you did which affected both you and Marvin-”

what you’re talking about. Please

“Tiago-

at his reaction while the door flew open, revealing Marvin. In a split second, he pushed me behind him and

against the wall. Seeing Marvin, who was known to hold back his feelings losing his temper, made me feel guilty. Weren’t these people tired

Marvin and pulled his arm.

to face me. “Are you okay?” He cupped

“No, I’m fine.”

“Are you sure-”

at Tiago. He seemed genuinely shocked

Tiago. “I do not want you near her…ever again.”

come on. Let’s go.”

Tiago apologized, regret written all over his face. I shot him one final look before

name, and I was probably never going to see him

had was a music box which didn’t

not a good idea.” Marvin pointed out in the elevator. Thanks for pointing out the obvious. I was only trying to clear his

wondered. Marvin shot me a

was coming along. Of course, he was. Those two were practically glued to each other, and

I laughed at his attempt and nudged his shoulder. “I’ll take that

in my hand. “Oh, I’m saving this for Tiago until he’s ready to take

elevator. We walked to the living room, where Linda, Karina, and Cisco had been waiting on us.

questioned, clearly not excited to see his family. Karina waved her hands at me while Linda gave me

say goodbye to Elena,” Linda

here for my sister-in-law!” Karina added. Marvin took an annoyed breath. “We’re literally

the time or energy to correct Karina, and I didn’t mind. I was going to be her sister- in-law one day, at least-that’s what I was going for.

arms and hugged my waist. “I’m going to visit you every day, Elena!” He spoke happily.

“Thanks, cutie.”

should have a drink sometime!” She decided. Her personality was still a

the Castillo’s because the two of them would get along just fine.

as Marvin let out an exaggerated breath. “Ah, you’re taking Cisco with you? What

out of the living room. Despite everything, the two seemed to have a good relationship. Seeing the two of them interact made me

isn’t it?” She concluded. “You’re leaving because you can’t deal with any of this.”

Rightfully so.