After the wedding, the entire entourage heads to their family mansion on Fisher Island. The mansion, a sprawling estate with lush gardens and a breathtaking view of the ocean, stands as a symbol of the family's wealth and power. The grand entrance, adorned with marble pillars and intricate carvings, welcomes the guests as they arrive.
Inside, the atmosphere is a mix of opulence and tension. The guests, still buzzing from the day's events, gather in the lavishly decorated living room, where crystal chandeliers cast a warm glow over the room. Elijah, the mafia boss, takes his place at the head of the room, his presence commanding respect and attention.
Melisa, feeling out of place in the grandeur of the mansion, tries to blend in with the crowd. She can't shake off the unease from Hayden's earlier words. As she navigates through the sea of guests, she catches snippets of conversations, some praising the wedding, others speculating about the groom's strange behavior.
Hayden, on the other hand, isolates himself in one of the mansion's many rooms. He pours himself a drink, his mind racing with thoughts about the future and the unexpected turn his life has taken. The weight of his father's expectations and the reality of his new marriage weigh heavily on him.
As the night progresses, the guests begin to disperse, leaving the family to their own devices. Elijah, satisfied with the day's outcome, retreats to his study, where he can finally relax and savor the victory of securing an heir for his Torex gang.
Melisa, exhausted and overwhelmed, finds a quiet corner in the mansion's vast garden. She looks up at the stars, wondering what her future holds and how she will navigate the dangerous world she has been thrust into.
After a couple of drinks, Hayden storms into the study to confront his father, Elijah. He doesn't bother knocking, his anger propelling him forward. Elijah is seated in a chair facing the wall, his head leaning back in a relaxed manner.
"Why did you allow me to go through with this fucking wedding?" Hayden demands, his voice filled with fury.
Elijah slowly turns his chair to face his son, his expression hardening. "Because the Torex gang needs an heir! Amelia can't provide one anymore, you know that!" he snaps back, his tone equally angry. "You cannot marry her," he adds with a clear, authoritative voice.
Hayden paces the room, his anger palpable. "It's out of the question. It's been five years. You need to move on," Elijah continues.
Hayden stops and faces his father, his voice rising with emotion. "I remember that day five years ago very clearly. You didn't even cry at Harvey's funeral… your own son!" His body language is tense, his disappointment and anger evident. "You only care about your gang!"
Elijah stands up, then sits back down, his face showing a rare moment of vulnerability. "Harvey is gone, and nothing can change that," he says, his voice softer but still firm.
Hayden, his anger still simmering, finally concedes, "Then fine,if you want an heir so badly .I'll go along with this," he says in a threatening tone, his eyes locking with his father's. The room is thick with unresolved tension, the air heavy with the weight of their words.
As Hayden is about to exit the door, Elijah warns, "Don't you dare hurt that girl, Hayden. I promised Melisa's father that I'd take care of her."
Hayden stops in his tracks, turning slowly to face his father. His eyes narrow, and for a moment, the room is filled with a tense silence. "You made a promise to her father?" Hayden asks, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "It's funny how you take care of everyone else's kids...but not your own."
Elijah's expression hardens. "This is different, Hayden. Melisa is under my protection now. You will respect that."
Hayden's jaw tightens, but he doesn't respond. Instead, he turns and leaves the room, the door closing behind him with a resounding thud. Elijah watches him go, a mixture of concern and determination etched on his face. The weight of his promise to Melisa's father hangs heavy in the air, a silent reminder of the responsibilities and dangers that lie ahead.