Rome, Italy.
Carlos's pov:
Have you ever seen Satan and tried to beg for your life and shit like that so that nothing bad could happen to you?
That happened to me in this case.
The feds have just discovered where I live and have arrested me. Kai was attempting to bargain with them, but they threatened to arrest him for being a collaborator. "Why am I being arrested right now? particularly after meeting with a lawyer?" With an irritated tone, I asked the fed.
"As we stated two days ago, Mr. Romano, you had days to find a lawyer to assist you with your case, and unfortunately, your time has passed," the feds said. "I already had a lawyer here before you arrived," I explained. "So, why aren't they here to help?" asked the fed.
I couldn't tell them that I told Alliana she wouldn't be my lawyer because they'd taunt the living shit out of me if I did. "Never mind, can I make a phone call?" I asked. "You can make a phone call once you get to the police station," the fed said as he grabbed the handcuffs.
"Kai, I'll call you when I arrive," I said, and he nodded. Two other cops were holding me down while the fed handcuffed me. Let me tell you how fortunate I was to have those painful cuffs removed when I was released from prison; now I'm back at square one.
They grabbed me and escorted me out of my damn mansion while AJ, Vex, and Denzel fucking watched, which was extremely embarrassing. Why, now that I think about it, didn't they assist? They have guns for a reason, morons.
They forced me into their car and seated me in the middle, causing two cops to sit to my left and right. Kai remained inside the mansion, watching another cop try to do something. I began second-guessing my decisions regarding Alliana as we drove to the police station.
Why did I even throw her out and tell her she wasn't qualified to be my lawyer? Is it because I'm not used to having a woman in charge of what I do? Is it because her attitude is too much for me to endure? No. Is it because she's too much of a smartass with bitchiness? I'm not sure, but I know I have to apologize and at least try to persuade her to reconsider being my lawyer; otherwise, I'm not sure what I'll do.
When I arrive at the police station, the first thing I'll do is call Kai and tell him everything. Aside from that, I don't have a choice but to stay put. But all I can hope for is that Alliana will forgive me and agree to assist me.
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Rome, Italy.
Alliana's pov:
When Souline and I returned to our hotel, we went to our rooms to change. Never in my life have I been so shamed and disrespected during work for attempting to assist someone who is so egotistical and rude, along with his bodyguards who wear man diapers.
I had to relax my body before I could even change. I went to the bathroom and turned on the hot water.
I wanted my nerves to relax so that my stress doesn't spread throughout my body. I sat in the water and let the water and steam wash over me as I relaxed. I stayed in there for about forty minutes before getting up before my fingers turned all gnarly. I changed into my bathrobe before settling into bed to watch television. I ordered some food for Souline and me because she was going to accompany me into the room. Someone knocked on the door after fifteen minutes.
"Come in," I yelled from the comfort of my bed. The door opened, revealing Souline holding a bag. "Hey," Souline said softly as she closed the door behind her. "Hey," I said. "How are you feeling?" Souline asked as she approached the bed. "I'm fine, a little stressed," I explained. "Same, but take some deep breaths," Souline advised. I rubbed my temples and nodded. I furrowed my brows, perplexed, as I looked at her bag.
"Can you tell me what's in the bag?" I asked. "Just some files I finished," Souline explained as she handed it to me. "Thank you," I said as I took it and placed it on the nightstand. "Well, let's just wait for the food and watch some movies," Souline said, clapping her hands together. "Alright," I said as I looked for a movie. The food arrived about thirty minutes later, and it looked like it came from heaven. I know I didn't order as much, but it was because I had lost my appetite while being in that mansion. We ate, watched some TV shows, talked about nonsense, and then napped.
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Rome, Italy.
Souline's pov:
I groaned and rubbed my eyes after Alliana accidentally pushed me off the bed. I stood up, grabbed my phone, and exited her room to enter mine. "Hello?" I yawned before responding. "Hello? Souline?" asked a familiar voice. "Um, who is this?" I asked.
"How come you don't remember me after we met hours ago?"
"Kai?" My brow furrowed as I asked. "No, it's blarney, no shit; it's me, Kai," said Kai. I rolled my eyes, becoming irritated. "Why the fuck are calling me? Shouldn't you give Carlos a manicure to boost his ego?" I asked. "What?" Kai asked. "Why are you calling?" I asked. "Well, I just wanted to apologize on behalf of Carlos's behavior; I know it wasn't professional, but I assure you it wasn't intentional," Kai explained.
"You should apologize as well; why didn't you speak up for us?" I asked. "Because I'm not familiar with you two? Carlos is my brother," Kai stated. "Oh, so you don't correct him when he does something wrong just because he's your brother?" I asked. "It's not that; it's just not my concern," Kai explained.
Is he serious?
"I appreciate the apology, and I'm sure Alliana will as well, but why are you calling?" I asked. "Something occurred after you two left," Kai explained. "How does that relate to us?" I asked. "Well, after you and Alliana left, the cops came and arrested Carlos because he didn't have a lawyer," Kai explained. "He would've had a lawyer, Alliana, if he wasn't such an asshole," I explained.
"I know, I know, but could you please put her on the phone? I have another thing to tell her," Kai said. "She's currently resting," I explained. "Wake her up, smartass," Kai advised. "No, you stupid fuck, leave her alone," I said.
I could hear him tapping his feet on the ground through the phone, indicating that he was irritated, but I didn't care. "Fine, well, when she wakes up, tell her to call me," Kai murmured. "Mhm," I said as I hung up the phone. I returned to Alliana's room. I sat back down on the bed and immediately fell asleep again.
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Rome, Italy.
Kai's pov:
I sighed and rested my palms on my face, groaning from the phone call. Even though Souline is hot, that attitude makes me want to grab her by the throat and throw her against the wall so she learns her place; but who knows where she is—probably in some cheapskate hotel with Alliana. I wanted to rage and throw everything across the room like Carlos when he's enraged, but I'm not like that; I'm not violent unless I have to be.
I put my hands on the table and fiddled with my fingers. I went to the kitchen after a few minutes. I've been waiting for Carlos to call, but is he still at the police station? What is taking him so long? I sat down and prepared my food while waiting. I'm getting distracted yet again. I'm not sure what it is or what caused it.
To top it off, it's giving me a migr-
RING!
I grabbed the phone that was ringing. "Hello?" I asked. "Hello? Kai?" Carlos asked. "Carlos? What was it that took you so long?" I asked. "Do you have any idea how long it takes to be locked up?" Carlos asked. "No, because I've never been to prison!" I explained. "Whatever did you call Souline?" Carlos asked. "I did, in fact," I admitted. "Well? What exactly did she say?" Carlos asked.
"I apologized on your behalf for your behavior and explained everything, including how you wanted Alliana to assist you with your legal issues; she said she'd get Alliana to call me tomorrow," I explained. "Fuck," Carlos sighed. "I'm hoping she says yes," I said. "I hope so too," Carlos said.
"Can you tell me when visitation days are?" I asked. "Tuesday, Thursday, and Monday," Carlos explained. "Can I go tomorrow because it's Thursday?" I asked. "Yes, but please tell me what Alliana says in person because I won't be able to take any more calls until next Monday," Carlos said. "All right," I replied.
I sighed as I hung up the phone. Now I just have to wait for Alliana's response, which is tomorrow, and her decision is making me nervous.