The Mafia and The Billionaire

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ions at all times," said Grandma. We were in the living room of our mansion in Portico, discussing my departure

ed to return to Ling City immediately, where I had spent six years of my life. "Serene, do you understa

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you're already an adult, which means you are of age to get married and have your own family. Took this time to

ever-attentive Grandpa had prepared, hoping it would calm my trembling nerves. "It's not that I'm rushing you, Serene, but you must choose a suitable husband who understands the intricacies of our family and can support ou

ndma, do I need to go to such lengths?" I questioned, my voice wavering slightly.

my eyes at him because I had been waiting for him to say something, a

, and you, my dear, possess her intelligence and resilience. But it would be best if you did not repeat

e I came here. I have embraced the path you set for me, and I want you to know that I willingly chose it. However, I want you to relax and not worry about me. I will fin

andma to continue dominating the conversation. "And Grandpa, will you just allow

mafia. In Portico, our family was renowned for our kindness and generosity, and we were always ready to lend a helping hand to those around us. Howev

his actions. As for his mistress, she would not achieve what she wanted, nor would their illegitimate child. Lorenzo did

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was still tightly holding onto my mother's hand. It struck me as odd that he wore a hat and sunglass

ked my mother with an ominously twisted smile: "You're happy, ri

hile I was already frightened by our circumstances, he appeared unfazed. Sensing the danger, my mother sh

tect me from harm. When I called out to her again, I tugged at her hand, my concern for her overwhelming. And then,

Mom. We will bring you to the hospital." My tears streamed

t care that my mother was lying, unconscious. Thankfully, the people around us saw our distress and rushed to our aid, helping to

ace in having a playmate-a distraction from the pain of my mother's sudden death. However, it soon became apparent that Mavie was anythin

t instead of asking her what was wrong, I couldn't help but cry, too. Because the weight of missing m

ho looked smug as if they knew something I didn't. As a young child, I couldn't comprehend their in

ion. Dad's hand met my cheek at that moment with a stinging slap. That was the first time he had ever hurt me physically, and I w

who harbored little affection for me, would put on an extra show of love. I often wondered why, but as a

d you will stay there for the rest of your life, never to return. Did you understand?" In my young min

of his family, and it became evident that he had been unfaithful to my mother. My grandparents held a deep disdain for him, which is why they never

strongest in the region by which Lorenzo knew nothing about. My grandparents believed that our adversaries were responsible for my m

ver be able to abuse and deceive me as my father had done to my mother. When the time came for

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fore your heart. Emotions can cloud your judgment and lead to poor decisions. Stay focu

s I had spent crying, questioning why my father had never shown me the love I so desperately craved. Why had he only been kind to me when

determination. The wounds inflicted by my father's actions still linge

should provide. But I knew I had to let go of that longing and focus on the path ahead. "He will

t I had grown stronger and wiser. I was no longer the six-year-old Serendipity Dylan but Seren

upport and guidance led me to what I am now. I trained every day to be phys

ing; it's the Serendipity Jewelry, and claiming it would not be easy. I'm sure that Lorenzo will not give it to me willingly. But armed w