His Promise: The Mafia’s Babies

Chapter 363

Aria

When I expressed my feelings of wanting to get married, I had not expected to sit back and watch without being allowed to do a single thing.

I trusted mom, always have-but watching her plan my dream wedding, choose my dream dress, and so much more while I could only sit back and watch tiring-

Not wanting to waste my day, I focused on the business which would soon be mine. Today was collector day.

A day where we would go through some of the small local businesses we had funded to collect our money.

We hadn’t been in the city for long, but we had been investing in some businesses for quite some time.

“And that is why you don’t send out men to take care of your issues.” Dad ranted as we were walking to our first target. “Seeing the big boss in person scares them, and that’s what we want. We don’t even want them to think about screwing us over.”

I typed all of his words on my phone. “Yes, daddy.”

If there were one thing I was serious about, it would be the fortune and the well-being of our family. I wasn’t even ashamed to admit that not being the center of attention in this city was a blow to my ego.

Still, Christian was someone I respected, and | appreciated his way of working. There could only be one winner, and as long as it was him- I had no issues with it.

“So I just ask for the money?” I asked. Dad twitched his nose, shaking his head. “No, absolutely not.”

“Then what?”

“You stand back with your arms folded while the guys take care of it-and only if they refuse to pay, it’s time to take your stage.

“Got it.”

Dad patted my head. “Make sure you do because a few days from now, all of this will be yours.”

Taking over the Morales’ sooner than expected was not what I had in mind as I had planned on spending some time as Vince’s wife-but the Garcias could do with some cleaning, so maybe it was a good thing.

From what I’d heard-their business was an unorganized mess. Commoners walked over them, didn’t pay their debts, and raised their voices at them. They were too soft.

Leading the family could also serve as a way for Vince to respect me. Despite everything, I had not forgotten about Beau’s words, and the thought of Vince disliking me had not left my mind.

Even then, I was still in love with him, and I still believed he would make a great husband.

Deep down, I knew he didn’t mean anything he said. Pince wasn’t like that.

“Pay attention!” Dad whispered, waking me from my thoughts.

“I’m here to pick up a special delivery!” One of the four men we were with announced as we entered a

small bakery. Flustered, I looked back only to see dad had stayed behind.

at the back as the Morales’ men stepped forward.

smile on his lips, and I grabbed my notebook

with three daughters. Took a loan of

hand through his thin brown hair, his dark eyes

read out loud,

cleared my throat, surprised as Joe pulled a disgusted face. “Stay out of it, little girl.” He snarled. “Men are

to earn my respect. People saw me as young and inexperienced, and I had to prove them

have a wife and two daughters.” I squinted, reading through the notes.

Joe stuttered, losing his balance. This man had ten daughters and didn’t

finish.

notebook with a thin smile. I’m in charge now.” Joe’s jaw dropped

to pay by cash, or should I find another

an envelope before pushing it

the envelope and counted every bill, ensuring the money was in there. “See,

am I supposed to pay my taxes?

I didn’t give Joe a chance to explain himself as it would only be a waste of time. What did his problems have

a few seconds until Joe bowed

give me the money the next time.” I shrugged off his apology, not

so you might see a few new faces around

that mean for us?”

Garcia, to collect the cash. I made sure to mention the last name the city

affected many people in this city, this neighborhood specifically-so why not use it to scare him

one. I chuckled. “Come on, guys,

in his arms with a wide grin and kissed my head. “My daughter.” He overreacted, as always. “Because of this one

to Vince. Becoming a mother had been one of my biggest dreams, and

the side so I could see him. He shot me a slight smile as we returned to the vehicle-and I was

with dad while I walked behind the two,

I had yet to receive

on our way back home. Before dad

sitting beside me in the back.

Like I cared

so-called main branch. He was

he be with his family?” I turned away from Angelo’s honey eyes and focused on

works for you

knew the Marinos and the Garcias were not on good terms, so if this were his way of keeping Vince in check to make sure he wouldn’t betray me-it was

look.

a good friend, advisor, and mentor to you.

concerning my opinion on your fiancé, but I can assure you that I do not share the same views as my family.” Angelo gave me the explanation I had never asked for.

daddy’s way of protecting me from future threats-so be

with each other, but I would never dare to

the family, I did what got expected of me and stuck out my hand to the guy who I already could tell was

nice to meet you.”

my wedding dress

Vince’s reaction

I rested on my bed, waiting for the time to pass. Not having anyone to hang out with was a pity, but at the same time, that wasn’t my fault. These people in