His Promise: The Mafia’s Babies

Chapter 359

The party was in full swing. Many families were present, and as usual, they were all impressed with the party. What can I say? That was just the way the Morales’ wanted it.

Many claimed being the center of attention is not something to be proud of in this business, but dad disagreed. He wanted all the attention he could get, and rightfully so.

“It’s too bad the Marinos couldn’t make it.” Vince’s uncle, Bruno, spoke. “I’m sure this party would bring them to embarrassment.”

We were seated at the unique birthday table reserved for Vince’s family and mine. Anyone with a set of eyes could see that an announcement of our engagement would be the next step as the rumors had already spread.

“Oh, please.” Dad had a smug smile on his lips. “The Morales’ have a good relationship with the Marinos so let’s not talk about them today.”

I didn’t know much about the Marinos, other than the rumors about them taking over the Garcias’ rank after the late Fabio Garcia had single-handedly ruined his name.

I smiled brightly, staring at Vince-but his attention was not with me. He was staring at the table in from. of us, right at Serena-and he didn’t even try to hide it

A jealous feeling went through my veins as I watched how the gorgeous woman lit up the room with her innocent looks and sweet laughter. She conversed with the dress thief, Carmen, and Stella Alfonzo, who was so obsessed with her sister-in-law that she hadn’t even congratulated me appropriately.

I cleared my throat. “Vince, how do you like the party?”

“I have never seen anything like this before.” Vince’s answer sounded rehearsed. “The party reminds me of you.”

That was a compliment.

“Well, you better get used to it.” Dad leaned forward, eavesdropping on our conversation. “I expect the same for my grandchildren.”

“Daddy!”

“What? Just putting it out there.”“

Bruno and dad were in some kind of competition to see who could laugh louder while Vince slightly rolled his eyes. “Did you hear that, Luis?” I heard him ask his brother, but the only thing Luis had time for was his gaming device.

“I’m sorry. I’m sure my dad didn’t mean to make you uncomfortable.” I apologized almost immediately after noticing not a single chuckle left his mouth.

Vince ignored my apology and got up from his chair. “So Aria, have you met my best friend-Beau?” He pointed to a man at the bar.

I had heard some questionable things about him and knew he was Serena’s twin brother, but I was not interested in meeting him. I was only interested in Vince.

“No, not yet-

“Good, let’s go.” Vince pulled me from my chair, dragging me through the room to the bar. I didn’t question his intentions and felt grateful enough for getting the opportunity to hold his hand.

He smiled warmly and disconnected our hands to tap his friend on the shoulder. “Beau.”

The man turned around with a warm smile and pulled Vince in his embrace. “What’s up.” He spoke, ignoring my presence. “What can I do for you?”

Vince shook his head. “Nothing.” He chuckled. I just wanted to introduce you to the birthday girl?”

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“Your fiancee?” Beau released a fake gasp, looking at me as if he wasn’t aware of my presence. He grabbed my hand and brought it to his lips. “Nice to meet you, your highness.”

eyes left a bigger impression than his handsome

said she’s a princess.” He squinted his eyes, inspecting the tiniest detalls on my face. “So what

“I’m sorry, what?”

“Don’t listen to

frowned, wondering if it was some kind inside

dislike this man for getting in my way. Had I not known any better, I would’ve said his

sure the two of you have much to talk about.”

on!” Beau called out. “She’s not

he might

shut me up. “Just pick her up before curfew!” He yelled at Vince, who was already out of

I forgot you turned twenty-one today.” He

was really starting to get on

face? I’m just playing with you.” He nudged my shoulder. “It was just a joke.”

my face,” I smiled, trying to stay polite. I was really trying

do you know

of

the bar. “I used to work for him and

now you work for

“At Christian’s side.”

see someone did

have a falling out after his dad wanted you and your sister

“Nice theory, but no.” He looked offended. “I’m

all.

he was disloyal and wasn’t needed in Vince’s life.

own family, who’s almost just as influential as the Lambertis, or working for Vince, who you claim is your best friend and could really

like that-”

had done to

“Says who?”

I added fuel to the fire as I was on a roll.

in Beau’s eyes had vanished. All I could see was anger and that’s when I knew I

not under any circumstances, and would bring up someone’s lowest point

believe everything people say without hearing someone else’s side

are lying.” I shrugged, looking at the Salas-specifically the woman who had not stopped staring

blinked. “I’m sorry, have I done

starting by making fun of

a distance, and I don’t know if I want you around

nodded. “That’s funny. I feel the same about

circle anyway, and now I

start.”

he was threatening me, and wrapped his hand around my wrist.

It was soft and gentle, but the look in his eyes was the

It was

making sure I got in every word. “I don’t know how things used to go wherever the hell you came from, and you might be of value to Vince-but not to me.” He said. “I

could be

really need you to step back, or I’ll tell Vince-”

or your feelings.” He