Filed to story: Bring It On My Mafia Life Novel (Rhea & Lukas)
“You know I always keep my eyes on you,” He tactically corrected her with a chilling calm and Mimi was unable to argue further having sensed the impending storm. She simply ran her hands through her hair and looked away while Victor worked on keeping his anger in check.
Victor had been fucking mad when he found out about her plans. He had even been with her yesterday and Mimi made no effort to tell her about her “date” with his frenemy. Victor felt insulted – she made him feel like a fool.
“It’s not a date,” Mimi tried to explain himself, “He was there to apologize, and then he offered dinner to make it up to -“
“He held you hostage!” Victor growled, reminding her what would have happened that day had he not rescued her.
“He’s repented…”
“Repented, my ass!” Victor barked, startling Mimi so much that she took a step back. And that was a big mistake because he began to box her in until her back was pressed against the wall and there was no way for her to turn.
“What are you doing?” Mimi gasped when he came too close for her liking.
“You seem to be mistaken, Mimi,” Victor said darkly, causing goosebumps to rise on her arms when he placed both hands on either side of her, “Men in my world don’t change at all, we simply camouflage to the circumstances we find ourselves in.”
Mimi gulped, Victor’s gaze was so smoldering that she felt uncomfortable. Her heart was pounding in her throat and she was hyper-aware of his body pressed flush against hers – and a place a woman shouldn’t name.
She didn’t say a word and Victor didn’t either, just looking into each other’s eyes as the environment became charged as if sulfur was in the air and dangerously close to being lit. With the way his gaze flickered down to her lips, Mimi thought he would kiss her and her lips slightly parted.
But to her surprise, he took a step back and her sense of reasoning returned as well. What had she been thinking? Kiss Victor? She must be out of her mind! The first time was a mistake and there was no way she was forgiving him easily!
Now composed, Mimi was able to speak to him without losing her head, “I’ve heard what you said Victor and I’m sincerely grateful for looking out for me. However, I’m old enough to take responsibility for my actions. You don’t need to worry about me and I would love it if you don’t cross the line anymore as we agreed upon. Thank you, so much. “
And with that being said, Mimi left before he could say a word. Not that he said something because his mouth only opened and closed helplessly. It was not his place to tell her what to do because they weren’t that close anymore and she was an adult like she said. But that doesn’t mean he wouldn’t look out for her amid her warning. Her stubbornness would be the death of him.
Meanwhile, Mimi drove back home to prepare for her date with Draco. She had spent the morning and afternoon keeping Rhea company.
She did some cleaning around the house to keep her mind off the nonsensical voices in her head telling her that this date was a mistake. But it was just a meal! What could Draco possibly do to her?
Soon enough, it was time to prepare herself for the date and Mimi ended up donning one of the beautiful gowns she owned with a jacket against the cold. However, she didn’t forget to add her paper spray and switchblade to her purse in case of emergencies. If Draco turned out to be pretending, she’d be prepared for him.
She didn’t need a man to save her.
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The Menacing Smile On His Face
“For a moment there, I thought you were another person. Tell me, what’s your name, pretty?”
Mimi rolled her eyes at Draco flirting with her. Although those lines were kind of cheesy, they still made her giddy inside. After all, what woman in this world doesn’t like to be complimented?
To her surprise, Draco had arrived at seven o’clock on the dot for their date, no, dinner – not even a second late. A man who keeps his word, she loved that kind of personality. Most of her dates always arrive late and expect her to leave with them without even offering an apology.
Yep, most of her dates in the past were douchebags, and Mimi was not surprised by that since she always went for the pretty ones. Unfortunately, it was quite hard to find a sensible and faithful handsome boyfriend – they always had a replacement even while the relationship was ongoing.
Hence, after her last brief relationship, Mimi went on a break from dating. But that doesn’t mean it stopped her from appreciating handsome men. The only difference this time was that she could stare and flirt but no dating.
Neither could she afford a relationship when her life is this messed up. So she planned to turn Draco down after their dinner tonight if he plans to take things further. Until Rhea was free and settled down, she couldn’t have more distractions in her life.
“You never told me you were a sweet talker,” Mimi flirted back, placing her hand on his open palm as he guided her into the car.
Draco didn’t say a word, rather he helped her settle down on the front seat, helping her with the seat belt. Then he leaned towards her saying, “I am many things,” He winked and then pulled back while a smile curled Mimi’s lips. He was kind of cute and nice company. Maybe, this night wouldn’t be as boring as she thought.
Draco walked around the car to get to the driver’s side, settled down, and started the engine, the car roared to life and in no time, they were driving off to their destination.
…..
“Where are you taking me?” Mimi asked, having no idea where they were headed and trying not to heed her inward fears currently springing on. What if this was a trap like Victor said? Well, she trusted Victor, look what she got in return.
“Relax, you’d know what we get there,” Was all he said, smiling at her assuredly.
Well, she didn’t sense any sinister intention from him nor was her instinct yelling at her to run. Moreover, Mimi was relieved by the feel of her switchblade in her purse. Her phone was in her other palm as well to call for help. In one word, she was prepared.
There was no cause for alarm because, in the next minute, Draco started a conversation with her, inquiring simple things about her like her middle name, best color, blah blah. It was just trivial questions that made the environment less scary and awkward.
It was a fifteen-minute ride before they got to the destination. Mimi knew the place, It was a newly opened high-end restaurant and she heard it can be a tough reservation to score. Wow, he went all out for their date, no, dinner, no, whatever! It seems she had a wrong impression of him.
As expected, everything about the place spelled luxury starting from the sparkling tiles to the reflective mirrors and crystal chandeliers to their table where they were led and they both settled down.
Mimi and Draco made small talk while going through their six-course seasonal tasting menu, alongside a multi-sensory atmosphere of music, video, scents, and simulations.
In no time, they were served their
Confit duck foie Gras – she couldn’t properly pronounce – and they dug into their meal. Mimi wondered how she would go through all of these courses, but one thing was for sure, she was not missing the selection of cheeses and desserts. Those were the best parts!
Mimi and Draco didn’t talk much during mealtime and she was grateful for that because the food here was too good to be true. Gosh, Rhea should try…
Mimi’s mood suddenly depleted at the thought of Rhea. While she was having the time of her life, her friend was miserably stuck with a psychopathic Mafia don.
“What’s wrong?” Draco was quick to notice the change in her mood as usual.
“Girl’s problem,” Mimi said in a dismissive tone and Draco didn’t push much on the issue.
As much as Draco turned out to be better than she thought of him initially, she would not share that problem with him. It was personal and sensitive; neither were they close enough.
“Have you and Victor reconciled?” He suddenly asked and that made her lift her head with an arched brow.
“Reconciled?”
“That day I came to your place, the both of you fought, remember?”
“Oh, right,” Mimi nodded, having remembered their conversation that day and how he thought the both of them were a couple.
She scratched her nape, how was she going to put this now, “The both of us are chill now…”
“But?” Draco sensed there was more from where that was coming from.