Luciano's pov
"Pomeriggio." Translation: Afternoon.
Extending my hand out I greet a fellow businessmen. Today was strictly for business purposes, he wanted to see if I could help out with something else considering the recent circumstances.
In exchange for safety he would spark up another negotiation, everything he sells over the sea I get certain percentage.
Let's see what's here for today.
"Prima di entrare in profondità fammi sentire la situazione ..." Translation: Before we get into depth let me hear the situation...
Sitting down on the couch I let my arms rest against the arm rest as I relaxed. Staring at him I waited, Before I could do anything I need to figure out what he needs specifically along with how bad the situation is. I care about my family along with my business, that's why we are at the top.
As he began to explain, nodding my head of acknowledgement I began to figure out the problem. In order for this to stop we need to figure out the cause. It being that he has precious cargo that runs up to thousands of euro.
What's funny is that most of the people that steal from this man don't even realize that some of the items have hidden drugs around it making the value higher.
"Mi fido del tuo lavoro, metti una percentuale e lo scopriremo da." Translation: I trust your work, throw a percentage and we'll figure it out from.
I shake my head slightly at him, disapproving of him in a way.
"A differenza di altri, mi interessa la lealtà." Translation: Unlike others I care about loyalty. In this world loyalty matters, lose it and your gone, keep it and you'll stay. Once it's out of the window everyone get taken down, every single one of us in this familia.
"Se la lealtà è del 15%, i miei uomini si prenderanno cura di te molto bene." Translation: If the loyalty is there 15 percent, my men will take care of you very well.
Reaching over to grab my hand I shake his, liking the arrangement I suggested. He trusts my work considering that he trusted my father's work. Money is everything but what's the point of having a lot of money if there's no one that trusts you. Everyone could be after you and will try to steal the money back. Either be sentenced for life or be killed at the end.
Setting a piece of paper down along with the pen I looked over the documents before I signed, making sure that everything was correct and organized and this wasn't a scam. Even if he was loyal I have to make sure. Better to be safe than sorry. Adding my signature along with the date I slide the pen and paper over the table to him. It's nice knowing that we'll be getting a little more soon.
As I was standing, ready to leave to attend other business regarding to the warehouse I was stopped. "Aspetta, ho alcune informazioni importanti ..." Translation: Wait, I have some important information...
Giving him a hard nod as I narrowed my eyes onto him, rather curious as to what news is important.
"Si dice che la figlia di Russo stia pianificando qualcosa contro la tua ragazza." Translation: Word on the street is that Russo's daughter is planning something against your girl.
"Qualunque altra cosa?..." Translation: Anything else?...
Shaking his head at me I quickly thank him before I storm out of the place. Everyone that saw me walking out of the room rushed out of my way as I walking towards the elevator. I was mad, beyond pissed at Serena, and because of that I see Russo as a enemy rather than an allie. Everything that happen to have this peace was crushed as soon as I heard she was planning on doing something to hurt my queen.
As the elevator doors closed I got out my phone, dialing Angelo considering the fact that he's constantly hearing what's being said out in the streets. My question is how did I find out over my business partner rather than him.
"Sì don."
"Incontriamoci nel mio ufficio, ma prima scopri qual è il piano di Serena Russo." Translation: Meet me in my office, but first find out what Serena Russo's plan is.
"Capito don." Translation: Understood don.
With that I hung up. As the elevator doors open I noticed Niccolo waiting for me inside the building. Noticing me exiting the elevator he opens the front doors, letting me out fast. I need to hurry and see what's her plan, I need to figure it out before anything bad happens to Elena.
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Elena's pov
"I miss you."
Smiling to myself I look out of the window, seeing that the sun was slowly setting as the sky was changing colors.
"I miss you too." Keeping the phone against my ear I lay down on the bed, spreading myself out as I let the cool sheets relax my warm body. I miss my family but luckily I get to stay in contact with them, specifictly my little sister. Lately my parents have been working harder than before since their trying to move into a different apartment since the landlord wants to renovate and raise the expenses higher than standard.
"Has father talked to you yet?" Letting out a sigh of frustration I replied no. Ever since I got the news I tried to give my parents the money I earned so they could get a house where they could permanently stay. I make alot and the whole reason why I accented this job was to help them out.
"I guess they have been busy with their deliveries, anyways I'm going to finish my homework before I go. I'll talk to you tomorrow."
"Alright, goodnight little sis." Hearing her return the gesture I hung up the phone, setting it down on the bed I began to wonder if Luciano was done with whatever he was doing considering that I kinda wanted to get another whiff of his scent. Maybe a hug as well.
Sliding off of the bed I walk out of my room and walked towards his office knowing that he was there. Noticing Lorenzo walking out of the door I called him.
"Lorenzo." I said smiling at him as I arrived near the office. Noticing me he stops in front of the door, looking at me with a serious face as he blocks it.
Tilting my head slightly, confused as to why he even looked like that I tried to question him. These past few days he's been getting comfortable around me which made me slightly better, more comfortable in this house. This is the first time I've seen his serious face in a while which means somethings up.
"Don't worry about it." Within seconds he picks me up and throws me over his shoulder making me even more confused and scared. He's never done this before why now?
"L-Lorenzo what i-is happening?!" I shakily ask as I noticed we passed my room and were heading towards Luciano's bedroom. The bright size is that I do get to be surrounded by Luciano's scent but something is going on that I don't know.
"All you need to know is that we have to keep you protected at all times."
"Afterall you are the queen."