Chapter 6
Writer's POV
A little introduction of D'connell Family.
Composed of The Boss: Darren D'connell himself; The head of the family, as well as the CEO of D'connell Wine and alcohol business. He controls both the affairs of the company and the Mafia gang.
The underboss: Daniel D'connell; the second in control, who takes charge of the criminal activities in the mafia. He makes decisions if The Mafia Boss is absent.
The Capo: Vincent D'connell; the twins' cousin.
The consigliere: Jared Cotler; a lawyer and and an advisor to D'connell Family.
The D'connell Family is well-known and feared in America which had established its name for generations. Society holds them in high regard, making their influence great. Rumors had it that if one dared mention its name or just whispered it, he or she would be dead in a second. The American government feared this family, they are untouchable, they have associates and soldiers in every part of the country.
D'connell Wine and alcohol business also is the top wine business in America, winning business wars in the business world.
There was a story about the D'connell brothers: they have no parents, who died when they were fourteen. Nevertheless, it was said that their unknown grandmother took over the mafia organization for four years, before the twins clocked eighteen.
No one had ever seen her face.
And after the twins came into power, no one saw or heard from the grandmother, she suddenly vanished into thin air.
Now it's been six months since Paige became a made man. The day of her induction was a terrifying day, there was a lot of opposition because she didn't go through the necessary tests.
But Paige had the backing of the Mafia twins, they said they had reasons for recruiting her, which was rather unknown to Paige herself.
Since she became a made man, Paige was hated by everyone, especially the ladies, but they later warmed up to her, except one.
Independent.
Dangerous.
Manipulative.
Are the qualities to give Paige now.
With the face of an angel, body of a model and the mind of a killer, it was surprising how she had changed in the span of six months.
Perhaps, it was because the Mafia Lord trained her.
It was strange to Paige the reason why she was being trained by the mafia twins. Outdoor training was done by Daniel, indoor training by Darren. They kept saying that she was going on a mission.
Paige was fed up with why they were so damn secretive about the mission, there were a lot of people who could go for it. The Capos are the people who controlled a crew of soldiers: the lowest members of the crime family. They consist of two males and a female, who are well capable of this mission Paige was training for.
So, why was she chosen?
The training itself was hell on earth, especially the indoor ones which were done once in a while. Darren's a busy man, he seldom stays in the Mafia's mansion due to work. So, Paige rarely sees the Greek god himself.
"Have you seen the Asian Dog?"
A snarky voice said, making Paige flutter her long red lashes in suspicion.
Ohh---she had forgotten that she was also hated for being an Asian, especially being the only Asian among them. They always refer to Paige as the "Asian mad dog" due to her anger issues and hot temper.
Paige didn't care one bit about the nickname, the only thing that kept her going was the promise Daniel made to her.
"Where the hell is Paige?!"
"Here!" Paige exclaimed and sat up, she was actually lying down on the wooden bench in the garden. It was nice to have a nap outside in the cool breeze.
"Underboss called for you"
One of the female soldiers stood some meters away from her, a frown on her face. Without giving the soldier a reply, Paige stood up, pulling her tight black trousers up, before walking out of the garden, she knew where to find Daniel, her only friend.
It's time for training.
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"Hey", Daniel's eyes shone as he spotted the small head of Paige, peeking inside the room. "Daniel, what's up?" Paige said, the flowery smell of coffee-blossom wafting through her nose. The door clicked with a low thud as she shut it, both of them winking at each other playfully. "Where are we doing the training for today?"
"Actually, for the next one month you'll be staying in Layla's clubhouse"
Paige was astounded by the words that left Daniel's mouth, one month in a bar? At the famous Layla's bar? Where the biggest casino is?
"What for?" Paige spilled her thoughts with chest puffed up. Daniel let out a sigh as he rested his bum on the desk. He was in his office, green decor, white lights, green furniture, everything was cool and green.
Daniel knew he wasn't meant to revealed the purpose for staying at the clubhouse, but he wanted to give Paige a little hint.
"To learn the Art of seduction… from Layla" Daniel disclosed looking down at his shining black shoes, "Paige, you know it's for the best, the mission called for it" he gave her a pleading gaze.
Paige inhaled and exhaled briefly, she was getting angry, "You want me to live with a sex worker?" She breathed. "It's not what you think!"
"What do you expect me to think?!" Paige boomed, her two hands shaking, Daniel just spouted crap!
She would never live with a well-known sex worker, all in the name of "art of seduction".
Heck! Layla was popular in Las Vegas for being a slutty sex worker!
"Daniel to hell with your mission!" Paige roared in anger, this was getting beyond what she expected!
Daniel gave Paige a long gaze before walking towards her, he must persuade her or else Darren would rip his mouth apart for running his mouth.
"Paige you have to go, do you want the six months of training to go to waste? It's just a month, and believe me, Layla's a sweet woman". Paige glared daggers at Daniel as he kissed his fingers, "you can take my place then, since you know how 'sweet' she is" she uttered, stressing the word sweet to taunt him.
Daniel let out a cough, his face turning red. Of course, he had tasted her before, not once not twice, he wasn't sure if his brother had tasted the forbidden fruit though.
"Pretty please, Paige"
"It's a no for me Daniel, get someone else to do the mission" Paige walked out of the office with firm determination.
Daniel lips stretched into a wide smile, as he stared at the door.
He knew what to do.