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Ryan POV
Days passed, and a few days to my wedding. I don't think I am ready for all this. While talking to myself, I heard a knock on the door.
Knock! knock!
I asked the person to come in and it was Gideon
"Good evening sir" he greeted me and I looked at him
"Have you picked the rings"
"Yes sir, your best man is with it"
I looked confused. "Who is my best man?"
"Your half-brother Peter "
"Yeah, right where's Ava by the way"
"Getting her nails done"
"Ok"
Sir, there is a problem
Ok, what is it? Spill it out
Ortega, the Southern Russian Mafia boss wants to meet with you by Friday
Ortega!
Our business with him is complete, right?
Yes sir
Then why is he seeking for me?
"I don't know sir, I got a phone call earlier this morning from one of his men saying that he wants to see you". Gideon said
I don't know if I can make it, cause Saturday is my wedding. You know how my dad is and what he can do. I can't leave this occasion, nor can I postpone it.
Sir, I ought you to go see Ortega, you're talking about what your father can do but mind you that Ortega can do worse.
Yeah, you're right, what do you suggest we do?
I think you should travel and go see Ortega, then come back early the next morning.
That seems like a good idea. Book a ticket and get the boys ready, don't let Ava or my dad know about this.
He nodded and he left
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Still thinking about the wedding, Rita my ex barged in
Hey handsome
What are you doing here? And how did you find me here?
That's not how you welcome a guest. I heard about your wedding so I invited myself over. I went to your home and didn't see you, so I knew you would be here. She giggled.
Chill Ryan, I'm not here for you, I'm here for her. She said
Her! Who is her?
Your wife to be. She said looking at me with a smile
I know you're up to something Rita. What game do you want to play now? and I thought you were out of town. I asked her
I was but then I heard about your wedding. I want to know who the hell is the lady that made you not to forgive me
It's none of your business, Rita. Now I want you to leave
I'm not going anywhere. Mrs nobody is trying to steal you away from me
Rita! I don't want to fight back at you
Oh!! I want to. I really do as long as I am here I'm going to get what's mine
Rita!!
Yes... Ryan
We're done. We…. Are….. Done Rita, I made it clear to you two years ago
I didn't hear that, we are not done, it was just a little mistake but I can't see the reason you can't forgive me and besides I guess dad won't like the Mrs anybody
She has a name, Rita
Who cares about her name and yeah, I already know the answer, Ryan. Dad can't like a club stripper.
Rita!, Please leave
I am….. (Knock! Knock! Knock!) We heard a knock on the door and it was Ava.
She came in and saw Rita.
Sorry to interrupt your discussion. I came to take my phone. Ava said
Rita went close to Ava
Is this Mrs. Nobody?
Excuse me, who are you Ava asked looking at both Ryan and Rita
I'm Rita, Ryan's ex or should I say the meant to be bride
"Oh, It's nice to meet you, Rita"
"But it's not nice to meet you boo boo kitty" Rita replied to Ava
Rita was about to leave. I said, interrupting them so that they wouldn't cause chaos.
"No I wasn't" Rita said back
I actually came back to town for your wedding so I guess I am staying and not leaving till the wedding is over. She said looking at Ava with a smile and then looked at me to see you later. she waved her hand and left
Ava was dumb after she left so I came close to her and apologized on Rita's behalf
It's fine, no need to apologize. I just came here to take my phone and tell you that... Ryan, I will see you later at home. She said and left
Fuck me. How will they clash before the wedding? I hope Rita is not up to something. I have got to do what I have to do very fast. I left and went home seeing Ava's mood. I knew she was sad and embarrassed.
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I went straight to bed. Waking up the next morning, I couldn't see Ava anywhere in the room.
While walking down the stairs, I saw Gideon.
Gideon! I called out his name
"Good morning sir". He greeted
"Yeah, morning". Have you seen Ava??
"Yes sir". She went for a walk with the Gardner.
"The Gardner"?
"Yes sir", but they are within the compound
Okay. "How about my dad"?
"He is still sleeping, sir"
"Sir, hope you haven't forgotten about today's schedule"??
"And what is that if I may ask"?
"It's about the meeting with Ortega"
Yes, that's true. When are we going to see him?
It's today sir
Today!
Yes sir. All arrangements have been made. We will leave by 6:00 pm
Ok, no problem. Go pack my things and get the boys ready.
"Ok, sir". He said and left
Later that day, I left for the airport with Gideon.
We moved to Russia. It took us 2 days on the plane.
On getting to the Russian airport, we saw some boys coming in our direction.
"Good day sir", Mr. Ortega sent us to pick you up. One of the men said
He couldn't have bothered, we would find our way to his place. Nevertheless, you guys are here now so boys, let's go.
On reaching Ortega's place, he was already outside waiting for us. I got out of the car
Ryan! He called my name, came towards me, and stretched his arms to embrace me.
"Come here boy".. he said and hugged me.
"Congratulations"
"Oh! Thanks".
"Let's go inside". He said, stretching his hand towards the entrance door.
We went inside his living room and sat down, then he asked all the boys to leave.
Tush, take all the boys out. He said talking to one of his men and his that same man that drove us here.
You can follow suit. He said, looking in my boy's direction.
I raised my hand and pointed my finger towards the door. And they left.
Ortega, you have been acting strange. What's going on? Did you win a jackpot? I asked him and giggled
You are far from it my friend. I brought you here for an important discussion.
And what is the discussion all about? I asked
Chill out, let me get some drinks. He said and left
On coming back he was with two bottles of McDonald's and Whiskey
Make your choice. He said
So, I brought you here because of Mia's mentality
What happened to her? Is she okay?
She's not okay Ryan, and it's all because of you.
"Me"?
Yes, you Ryan. You owe me a favor after the help I offered you.
Yeah, I remember. What is it this time that you want?
"You can't marry her Ryan"
"Who is her"? I asked
Got all the information that she was a club stripper.
Yeah. I have to get going, Ortega, tomorrow is my wedding. I said standing up to leave
Sit down, Ryan! I'm not done talking. He said with a loud tone
Ok! Ok! Calm down Ortega, I'm seated now. So what do you want me to do for you?
I want you to marry my daughter
What the hell are you talking about? Marry your daughter? You must be kidding
Hey Ryan, look at me, you know I don't make jokes, so I'm fucking serious and you got no choice than to accept my daughter. You have to leave that scoundrel.
What your mouth Ortega, I won't let you say bad things about her
Oww, shut it, Ryan, you are not gonna let a woman you know nothing about, spoil our friendship. Or are you?
That woman is going to be my wife! I yelled at him
He busted out in laughter saying "A wife that your father is not in support" You can't marry her and live happily Ryan
"I never asked for a happy ending". I spat
Covering his mouth with his hand, he giggled and said "Oh, I forgot that mafias don't always have a happy ending, my bad. Hahaha"
What the hell is wrong with you? You want your daughter to marry me?
Yes, Ryan, it's the only way that we can strengthen our relationship.
Still in the discussion, a fair lady in a mini pink gown and blonde hair came in and it appeared to be Mia, Ortega's daughter.
Oh, yeah. I forgot to introduce Ortega to you. He is an old man in his early 60's with gray beard hair. He is a family friend of ours. He worked with my dad before I became the boss and he still decided to work with me. He is a man of dignity, always standing on his words. On the side is his daughter Mia, a girl in her mid-20s. I'm older than her because I'm in my late 20's.
So back to our discussion
Oh, Dad, we have a visitor. Nice to see you again Ryan. She said straightening forth her hand
Yeah Mia, nice to see you too.
So dad, what were you telling him??
I heard that his wedding is tomorrow, so what's he doing here??
Darling, I promised to get him for you, and here he is.
Dad, I thought I told you to let him be? He has made his choice.
Ortega stood up and went to his daughter "Mia my little angel, he's yours now"
What the fuck is going on here! I yelled.
You never told me you liked me and your father has always been to me for business. Now, where is this whole drama coming from? And yes, Mia, you deceive a happy life and someone who could be there for you but it can't be me.
I stood up to leave, and on my way to the door, I turned in Ortega's direction and said "I thought you brought me here for business, I can't believe I came here to watch a drama. I sighed and left
Mia on the contrary was crying out loud
Don't worry darling, I'm going to get him for you. Ortega said
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