Ace POV:
I sighed and wiped my face.
I am whipped for her. That's what I realized over the past months.
I did every single thing she asked me to do.
She wanted me to sleep at least 7 hours a day, eat meals 3 times a day, and take care of myself.
Well, it benefits me but when I asked her about her peculiar conditions.
She just kissed my cheek and hugged me.
I am falling for her harder.
She is still staying in the scrappy house because I am still her friend, not her boyfriend.
Fuck me. It's been a month and I am still her friend.
She maintained a good distance from me and behaved like a friend.
I have to masturbate because of her most nights.
I couldn't even touch another girl because the wait would be worth it.
And I just want her. Only her.
Well, my friends were terrified when they heard about us.
Eventually, everyone accepts it EXCEPT the witch, Susan.
But she is also accepting, Slowly.
I released a deep breath and knocked on the door, impatiently.
Today, I was going to talk about my past with my Mini. I told her I couldn't tell her now and she understood and gave me time.
Now, who in the hell leaves a girl like her? My little Mini.
The door opened, revealing my little girl wearing a mini skirt and a cartoon shirt. Freaking cute
She greeted me shyly and went inside.
I am giving her physical knowledge day by day so she's so shy around me nowadays. Adorable.
I sat down and Iris gave me water.
You want something to eat," she asked, warmly.
I shake my head.
So, where's Quinn," I asked, looking around.
She's still working, customers liked her work so she got so many orders," she said squealing happily.
I smiled. Good riddance, the tomboy is not here.
She sat far away from me and cleared her throat.
So, you said you wanted to say something," she said, biting her lips.
Her lips are so freaking tempting.
Well, I wanted to tell you about my past,' I said, standing and sitting beside her.
She frowned.
You know you don't have to do it if you don't want to. I can wait," she said, rubbing her thumb on my hand, comfortingly.
I know but I want to talk about it," I said, straightening my posture.
She nodded, understandingly.
Mila Salvatore, My mom was Italian, and Akim Salvatore, my dad was a Russian mafia. They fell in love and they had me. Their family opposed their relationship so they came to Italy, left everything behind, and lived a normal life or so they thought," I said, sighing.
My mom was not from a rich family or mafia background. She lived in a deep forest in Italy. She's from some kind of tribe," I paused.
After moving to Italy. My dad still has contacts with the mafia or I say their specific 6 friends. So, my dad built a big mansion outside the forest and lived with me and my mom. But my dad never left Mom anywhere without the guards or him and Mom hates it. One day Mom gets to know that he still has contacts with the Russians," I said.
He wanted to protect Mom from his past but Mom had different plans. They fought and got separated because she wanted me to stay away from his mafia activities. But faith is a bitch. She and Dad got killed by some rivals and I was left alone with Dimitri, Hudson's father, my guardian. Before my dad died he decided every single thing on purpose," I said and sucked in a breath.
That's when I decided to kill every single one who was involved in my parent's death at the age of 7," I released a deep breath and she rubbed my hand.
Then I lived with Dimitri and his friends in a small home because Dimitri said luxuries are temporary," I said.
So, that's how you meet your friends," she asked, curiously.
I nod, smiling.
At the age of 15, I was completely trained by Dimitri and I had 6 friends who stuck with me all the time. Then at the age of 18, I became the leader of the underground mafia. Then I completed my further studies and started my own company of motor vehicles because my mom always wanted me to start my own business," I said.
That must be hard to balance both," she asked.
Yeah, but I was good at studies so it was OK," I said, shrugging.
Wow! I don't want you to be my friend. I am so dumb and you're freaking genius," she said, wide-eyed.
I laughed.
Then the room fell silent and I gulped.
Michael and Laurie were the only Royal family who were our profitable clients in weapon dealing and other things because they cooperated with our ethics or morals but till that night," I paused and looked at her.
She wasn't looking at me with pity, sympathy, or judging me. Just listening to my story tentatively.
That night Dimitri, me, Michael, and Laurie were at the royal family's house because they wanted to talk about something," I paused and gulped.
We were sitting in the lounge. I thought they were going to talk about some dealings but No. That night Dimitri told me that he wanted to make a partnership agreement with them. Legally. But I refused because I know about their side businesses. The royal family was one of the wanted and illegal business tycoons," I said.
If they didn't bribe the police they would be dead already. I got up and left the place because I didn't want to waste my time but I saw our bodyguards were dead and Michael shot me in the shoulder. I fell pretending to be injured and I couldn't fight back. There were thousands of guards, I already called the backup but I had to wait for some time," I paused and gulped. The hard part was now.
But I heard Dimitri cursing me and beating me and that's when he told me the truth that Dimitri was the one who planned to kill my family and betrayed them. He planned everything that he would kill my dad and make me one of his puppets and he will become a leader," I said and felt tightness in my chest.
Then I killed him, I stabbed him again and again. I slit his throat and stuck my fingers inside to make him feel how much I cried and searched everywhere like a pathetic fool to kill my parents' killer but it was Dimitri. The man whom I respected and treated as a father. I killed every single one there Michael, Laurie, and Dimitri, mercilessly," I said and laughed sadly.
I lied to Hudson that the royal family killed his father. If not he will be heartbroken, the man he always looked up to became a traitor, backstabber, and a betrayer. After that night we all started to live in Hudson's house and expand our business, eventually becoming partners in every business we started. Then we built our separate mansions but old habits don't die that easily. So, we all mostly stick together and stay at Hudson's house," I finished and felt her finger on my cheek.
She smiled at me, warmly.
You're a good friend and a son," she said and kissed my forehead.
Then we just sat there, silently.
I could feel her looking at me from time to time.
Suddenly the lights went off and she gasped.
She groaned and murmured some incoherently and stood up to light a candle.
I think you should go, the current will take time to come," she said, standing beside me.
I grabbed her hand and made her straddle me.
She looked at me wide-eyed and tried to stand up.
I pulled her close to me and wrapped my hand around her waist.
She stilled and gulped, breathing roughly.
You look beautiful," I said, brushing our noses playfully.
She smiled and thanked me, shyly.
So, let's sit like this till the current comes back," I said, pulling her closer to me.
If I lean down an inch, our lips will be touched.
She cleared her throat and looked away, blinking rapidly.
She stood up abruptly when I was going to kiss her. Damn it.
I think I left the gas on," she mumbled and ran inside the kitchen.
I slumped back, huffing.
Gosh, this woman is fucking with my mind, heart about every single thing in my body.
I stood up and saw her standing in the kitchen, arranging her species. Little liar.
Mini, I did everything for the past month now, I am trying to make myself better for you. I want you," I said, candidly.
Gosh, I sound like a high school boy. Unashamed and proud.
She looked ahead of herself, trying to avoid my eyes. I sneak behind her and put my hands on the counter.
I put my head inside her neck and left a firm kiss.
Your beard is tickling," she whispered. This woman.
But you like it, you love my hair, my beard, my body, don't you," I whispered into her ear.
I..I maybe I..," She stopped when the room filled with brightness, indicating the current was back.
3 things are still left," she said looking at my forehead.
Yeah, did I mention she told me to do silly things and me being whipped for her, done every single thing she asked. Obediently.
I groaned and looked at her emotionlessly.
Friendly things," she said reminding me, and glared at me.
I ate her cunt and rubbed myself on her cunt, but this woman wants to behave like a friend.
I nodded and left to sit on the couch.
The door rang and I opened the door, grumpily.
Caleb. I am jealous of this little pathetic boy. He's still hitting on her in front of me.
Let me win her trust then I will fuck her in front of him. One day.
Caleb went inside and sat on the couch.
Why are you here," I asked.
He looked at me coldly.
Where's Quinn," he asked.
Caleb," Iris screamed and came outside.
Quinn is not here. Work," she informed him.
He nodded and started to scroll through his phone.
My Mini stood in front of me, smiling.
Tomorrow, then," she said, smiling wide.
I sighed and hugged her tightly.
Call me, anytime," I said, palming her face. I want to kiss her, hold her in my arms.
She nodded and smiled at me.
I want to Kill Caleb. I am not gonna lie, he's handsome, kind, and charming.
I shook my head and left for my mansion.
Iris POV:
I hummed and looked around the kitchen. Neat and clean.
It was 1 in the afternoon and I left the restaurant. They had to close soon for what I don't know.
After 5 minutes I reached home and saw Aiden and Susan already sitting inside.
Of course, Spare key.
Aiden hugged me and swirled me around, laughing.
How do you know I was going to come early," I asked, smiling wide.
Well, magic," he said and sat on the couch.
So, do you want something to eat," I asked.
No, no we came here to give you this," Aiden said, handing me a big bag.
I looked at him frowning.
It's a dress, for your upcoming birthday," Susan said, smiling.
HUH! I don't think it's necessary. I mean," Su interrupted me.
It's OK, you're our leader's women," she said, smirking.
Then they left hurriedly for work.
I sighed and sat on the couch. My birthday was in 2 days.
I giggled and hugged my pillow tightly.
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I hummed when I felt a calloused hand on my cheek caressing me.
I opened my eyes and saw hazel eyes staring at me, emotionlessly.
I smiled and wrapped my hand around his forearm.
He lay beside me stroking my hair, gently.
What time is it?" I asked, yawning loudly.
5 in the evening," his thick voice informed me.
What do you want for your birthday," Ace asked, hugging me close to him.
I don't want anything," I said, pushing him away. Not so friendly.
Anything and I will give it to you," he said, again. Stubborn.
I sighed and sat up.
Gift me from your own money, the money you worked hard for, not from the money you made in the mafia's business," I said, looking at him.
He looked at me frowning.
Why? All money is the same," he said, putting his head on my shoulder.
I smiled and kissed his forehead.
Money is different when you make it by working hard on it passionately," I whispered.
Ok," he said and smiled.
I got up and stretched my muscles.
I am going to take a shower," I said and went inside the bathroom.
I stripped down and went inside the shower.
It felt good. The cold water relaxes my muscles, calming my thoughts.
I cleaned myself thoroughly when I was going to stop the shower.
I yelped when I heard the curtains shuffling behind me.
I panted when I saw it was Ace.
I covered myself with my hands when I saw him looking at me, shamelessly.
Ace," I said, wide-eyed.
Mini, I want you, baby. It feels like hell when you're in front of me and I can't hold you, taste you, or whatnot," he said, sulking.
I..umm..the things," I shuttered and closed the curtains.
I just stood there behind the curtains, numbly.
Why? Why I couldn't tell him that I love him and I want him to?
Am I afraid or Am I being a coward?
The curtains opened and I saw Ace standing there, ugh… nakey.
I avert my gaze at his face.
He came forward and trapped me between the walls.
Thank god, I cleaned the bathroom yesterday.
We were wet, the water was sliding down his calloused body. Sexy.
Shut up, Iris.
I gulped when his lips brushed against mine.
His eyes never left mine like he was afraid to blink like he was afraid I would fade away if he blinked.
I closed my eyes and released a shaky breath.
I love you, Ace Salvatore," I said, my heart was pounding inside.
He released a shaky breath and joined our forehead, firmly.
Say it, again," his rough voice grumbled inside the shower.
I love you, Ace," I said.
I felt him hugging me tightly and burying his face inside my neck.
I rubbed his back, comfortingly.
Why you didn't fight back that night? you could have died," I asked nervously.
His head rosed up and he looked at me, emotionlessly.
I..I don't know, I broke your heart when all you do is love me, selflessly and I thought you left me there. I know my friends will come back one day but you, I thought you would not love me again, trust me, believe me again. But you did, you came back for me, you trusted me without any proof when everyone turned their back," he paused and palmed my wet cheeks.
If you can trust me in hard times then I don't think I want any reason to love you, your fucked up my life, Mini. I thought I lost you that night," he said.
I giggled and put my hand on his biceps.
I never had someone in my life who could love me like this, accepting my flaws and loving me for who I am, It feels like a dream, Thank you," I said, giggling.
I feel happy, funny, and whatnot.
Mini, you didn't even see my love for you; it's just starting. I want to adore you, worship you, and cherish you per tutta la mia vita, fino alla morte (for all my life, till I die)," he said and kissed my forehead, firmly.
You just have to open your arms and take my love for you, every single day," his calloused hand stroked my cheek.
We just stood under the water for the past 1 minute, staring into each other's eyes and caressing each other.
His eyes never left mine for a single second, but god I couldn't look at his eyes it felt like a dark hole.
Darkness which I have fallen into already.
Mini, you want something," he asked, his rough hands stroking my soft spine.
I bit my lips and traced my fingers on his biceps, shyly.
A closed mouth doesn't get fed," he said, tilting my chin up.
Can I get a kiss, please," I whispered.
You don't have to ask, my love. I am yours from now on," he said, smirking.
I stood on my toes and put my lips against his temple.
He chuckled and shook his head.
Still being a good girl," he said, teasingly.
Do you want me to kiss you, he said, leaning his head down.
I giggled and put my hands on his cheeks.
He left a wet kiss on my inner palm and looked at me. So much heat.
He hummed and leaned down more.
His hands were on my thighs, digging his nails, gently like he wanted to feel my flesh.
I nodded and smiled.
Use your big girl words, Mini," We were molded to each other perfectly.
I want you to kiss me, Ace," I gasped when his lips attached to mine. Soft lips.
I gripped his nape and hummed when I felt his hand on my bum-bum.
"Ahhh!"
He backed away but still, our lips brushed to each other.
What the hell are you doing," I heard Quinn yelling and groaning.
He kissed me again and his tongue glided through my teeth and molded into my tongue.
I whimpered and tugged on his abs. Everything felt hot.
I am going out you perverts," she screamed and shut the door loudly.
I love you, Iris," he said, breathing roughly.
I love you more," I said and he picked me up.
il mio unico amore per sempre
(my only love forever)