I flicker my eyes open and the only thing that makes me know that my eyes are open is the hole in the ceiling that lights up the entire room dimly. I am tied to a chair and the ropes are literally cutting my arms and thighs. After a while a woman in black enters the room and some other three men follow.
"Well, I have to say, you really are beautiful. Even I want you." she says running he fingers through my long black hair. I was tied by strong ropes, I couldn't even move. I just gave her a death glare, but she just buried her head on my neck and kisses me hard on the neck.
I know I'm supposed to feel bad, but then waves of pleasure criss cross through my veins as she chokes the air out of me.
"Fuck your neck is so supple I want to kiss it all through." she whispers.
She then goes on to loosen up my ropes. she then sits on a chair brought for her.
"Well, Iris Accardi... I have heard so much about you, I have to say." she says.
"Who are you and what do you want from me." I ask.
"Well,I am Regan. Our boss sent us to you. Told us we should handle you with care. Ever since he saw you, he has been dreaming with you. Even had a framed picture of you in his room."
she says.
"Well I think he is just a creepy stalker. I'm married. And my husband did not like what you just did." I say.
"Well he will explain everything." she says.
Just then, the door opens and about a group of ten heavily armed men walked in, in black suits followed by one in white. The one in white had a mask and glasses on. He stood in front of me for a while and all of a sudden I felt my heart stop. My heart shouted something that I hoped was a lie. It can't be. He kneeled down to me and ran his hands through my hair. He then removed his glasses. He had a huge scratch on his left eye, bit his right eye was okay. it was turquoise. As he caressed my cheek, my face fell into his smooth hands.
"I have to give it to you, you have Father's eyes." I tell him.
He removes his mask and that's when I see all of dads features, in his face. As Regan unties me, I ignore the sting in my arms and legs and run my fingers across his face. His once cold expressionless face softens up and tears form in his eyes. With that I jumped on him as he hugs me back really tight.
"I never thought I would see you again Seth." I say.
"I sure as hell have missed you so much Iris. Mother and I have been waiting for you." he says.t
Mother! She was alive?
"Take me to her." I say, almost standing up.
immediately I make an effort my knees wobble and I fall into Seth's strong arms.
He had a defined jawline, just like dad and he was hairy. he had a neck tattoo and piercings. He had brushy brows and was heavily built.
He smelt like expensive wine and he released an aura of love. I had missed him. He carried
me in his arms and I could see the ounce of jealousy in people's eyes as we passed by them. He kept his eyes locked on mine. In my head I replayed all the memories I had with him. He carried me to a room. There I saw a female figure in a wheelchair, facing the window, but immediately I arrived, she turned to face me and smiled.
Memories of that day came rushing back to me. Her once flawless skin was full of healing scars. Her bright green eyes had lost their brightness and there were eye bags over her eyes. Her once long black hair was now short and her bones were screaming from her body. Seth put me down and I walked slowly towards mom, who was smiling more and more as I came nearer. I jumped on her and we both cried as we embraced each other tightly. She held on to me and I returned the love.
"I have missed you Mama." I say.
That was when she started mumbling something. Oh no! She couldn't speak. I covered my mouth with my hand as that realization dawned on me. But then I understood what she wanted to say.
After a while she looked away and her face froze. I looked at Seth who stared at her, lost in sadness.
"What happened to mom. Why is she like this?" I ask him.
"Well when Rosa Roja captured mom, they tortured her so badly, it affected her mental state. Ever since I rescued her she has been like this." he responds, taking me away.
"What happened to you. Tell me everything." I say as he takes me outside, to view the sunset. He had a really big balcony. The pool waters reflected on the balcony and there was a table with church wine and two glasses on it.
"So, I was adopted by another mafia family. Apparently, it was The Accardi Familgia. Stefano had looked for me heaven and earth to try and repay our family for keeping his secret safe. He raised me in this business. He was like a father to me and Raul and Wallace were like brothers to me. As I grew, I desired to become independent, so I informed Stefano about it. Stefano fully supported my decision and even helped me to develop myself. One day however, We were attacked and in the process, Stefano thought I died. I was in a comma though. And when I woke up, it was Regan who was by my side.
Since then, I have taken Regan with me. She has been my sole adviser. I was about to go back to the Accardis when I heard that Rosa Roja was in town. So I saved mom. As I did, I saw Raul and he was wearing a wedding ring. So I decided to do more research. That was when I found out that it was you he married. I knew that if I came out of nowhere, and claimed to be your brother, then Raul Accardi would kill me without a second thought, considering his serious trust issues. So I decided to take you instead. Because I knew you would listen." He said as he took my hand.
"So Regan is your girlfriend?" I ask.
"No No no no no. She is my advisor. I don't have a girlfriend yet." he says, defensively.
"Why are you getting so defensive about it" I tease him, punching his chest. He grabs my hand, tightly but not hurtfully.
"Think fast." he said as he tried to twist my hand, but I reversed the twist and we both fell, with him landing on top of me. I laughed hysterically as Seth laughed but not as much, as he helped me up.
"It's nice to see you again. Brother" I say hugging him again.
"Nice to see you again too, Sister." he says.
"Can I at least call Raul, to calm his nerves." I ask. He hesitates, but then using his laptop, he face times Raul.
Raul picks up immediately and I can see the worry on his face, which fades immediately he sees me. Then he sees Seth and it turns to anger.
"Please, Raul, don't be angry at my brother." I say. He seems shocked after a while then without talking to me turns to Seth.
"What do you want Seth." he asks in a cold voice.
"But Raul, I thought you would be happy to see an old friend." Seth says.
"Do you two know each other?" I ask Raul.
"Principessa, what makes you so sure that he is your brother?" he asks.
"Well, mom seems to agree about it." I say. That seems to make him soften up. Wallace and Stefano join. They are about to talk, but then Raul tells them something in Italian and they all stay quiet.
"Seth, what do you want?" Raul asks.
"I just want to spend time with my sister. Don't worry. I will bring her home next week." he says, running his hand through my hair. I find it kinda strange but I brush it off.
"It's either you bring her, or I will rain bullets on you." Raul threatens.
"No Raul. Please, let me spend some time with them. Three days and I will be back. I promise." I beg him.
He sighs and nods.
"Remember Iris, I love you with all of me okay. Never forget." he says.
"I love you too. More than anything in the world." I reply and he hangs up.
"Well that is about to change." Seth whispers.
"What?" I ask.
"What, I didn't say anything. Are you hearing things?" Seth asks me as he leads me to my room.
"Maybe." I say chuckling. Something definitely doesn't feel right.