Filed to story: Bring It On My Mafia Life Novel (Rhea & Lukas)
“I know. I trust you, Lukas.” She nodded, right before he pressed his lips against hers once again, kissing her passionately. Rhea could swear that she could taste the fear on Lukas’s lips so she kissed him harder, telling him that she was fine. Nothing was going to happen to her. She would come back to him and they wouldn’t be separated from each other ever again.
“Boss, there’s no more time,” Rhea heard Lucas’ voice from behind informing Lukas that they had to leave. So she became desperate and kissed him harder and quicker as if she wanted to take a part of him with her – if that was possible. But then, Rhea had to make do with the memories and assurance, hence they pulled apart with a sigh.
…..
“Be safe,” She told Lukas and decided to leave first without looking at him. Rhea knew if she dared to turn back, there was no way she was going anywhere, not without him.
Once she passed him, Luca gave her a sympathetic smile, but Rhea didn’t need his pity. If he looked at her that way, that meant there was no chance of her and Lukas coming back together. This was a momentary setback. So she would remain hopeful and when he’s done, Lukas would come back for her.
Rhea didn’t say a word during the ride upon Lucas’ attempt to lighten the depressing mood, so when she didn’t laugh the slightest, he got the point and gave up. Rhea was not in the mood to make jokes, she just leaned her head against the window and drifted away in her thoughts.
While she and Luca sat in the passenger seat, there was the driver and a soldier at the front. Rhea knew there was another car tailing them from behind and making sure they were safe from Daniel or whoever else wanted to get back at Lukas through her.
It was a five hours ride and they finally arrived at the outskirts of the city. Rhea had no idea of this Lukas’s friend but she knew he was equally rich judging from the castle they arrived at – Rich people sure know how to spend their money. The guards at the entrance opened the door for them and they drove in.
“We’re here,” Luca announced to her when they arrived. He stepped out and came over to the other side of the car to let her out. Rhea didn’t like this princess treatment and protested against it a few times, but Lukas wouldn’t listen to her – all of his men treated her with respect. The more she complained to him, the more Lukas made his men spoil her.
Rhea stepped out, her hair wiping at her face from the wind and she tucked it open just as the large entrance door opened and a handsome man stepped out.
“Of course, leave it to Lukas to choose the prettiest of women,” He said with a confident smile while walking in her direction and Rhea arched a brow at him, wondering if he was the one.
But Luca saved her the stress because he was by her side in a flash, explaining to her, “That’s Leon, he’s acquainted with Lukas and is a very rich man with political power.”
“He’s quite young,” Rhea pointed out in a lowered tone while he approached them. It was obvious that Leon was older than Lukas, but for such achievements, he was too young.
“With money, everything is possible,” was his answer. He added as well,
“It would benefit you in the future to get along with him,” Luca advised her, hinting at the fact that she would be their Madam in the future.
Rhea cleared her throat awkwardly, a blush creeping up her neck. Wasn’t he going too fast? They weren’t even married yet. Damn, why was this place suddenly hot? Rhea fanned her cheeks amid the cold wind.
“You have arrived, my lady,” Leon was standing in front of her.
“Thank you for inviting me to your humble abode, Mr. Leon,” Rhea said politely, even courtesy and that brought a smile to his lips.
“You don’t need to say a word, my beautiful lady. You are always welcomed here, ” Leon took her hand and pressed a kiss to the top of her palm.
What a sweet talker, Rhea thought inwardly.
However, she watched as Leon’s gaze moved to Luca and call it strange or something, but Rhea sensed sparks fly between them.
The Wedding
“You are quite a beautiful bride,”
“Thank you,” Clara appreciated her guest who complimented her white dress.
Today was Sunday, her wedding day as scheduled and Clara looked dazzling in her dress. As a princess who demanded attention, her wedding dress was glamorous. Sleek and sexy, the mermaid dress fitted Clara from the chest to the knee, then flared out close to the knee, showing off her curves. The train of her dress was so long that it would require two to three of her bridesmaids to hold it while she walked down the aisle later.
To everyone else, it looked as if Clara was glowing in happiness since it was her wedding day, but inwardly, she was just a breath away from suffering from an anxiety attack. It was her wedding day, yes, but she had no idea where the groom was, since Lukas had not arrived.
Clara couldn’t remember the number of times she had to cover up for Lukas when the guest asked for him and he wasn’t present. He was driving her crazy!
To save her face, Clara would have moved up the date of the wedding, but Daniel was insistent on having the wedding today and was sure that Lukas would attend.
However, Clara couldn’t help but be concerned. While Daniel was confident that Lukas would not defy his order after his “visitation” yesterday, Clara knew Lukas was different now. Lukas was a changed person and his current personality didn’t care about the consequences when he wanted something.
Not to mention that the more one pushed him, the more he retaliated. Lukas has broken out of his father’s shackles. Daniel just hasn’t realized that yet. To him, Lukas was probably still the young boy that he shaped into his successor. If only he knew that wasn’t the case anymore.
Hence, the moment Tess, her chief bridesmaid arrived in the room, and was about to say something, Clara communicated with her eyes and she shut her mouth immediately. If the guest knew that they were looking for the groom, she would become a laughing stock in their inner circle.
…..
Not everyone had come to celebrate with her today; most of them simply came to ally with her family. Alberta might not be in power anymore but they were still a respectful family. However, the other population came to satisfy their curiosity, out of jealousy.
Her wedding announcement popped out of nowhere shocking those in their inner circle, hence it drew quite an attention, and tongues had already begun to wager. Some claim that Clara was pregnant and this was a shotgun wedding. As royalty, it would be a huge shame to her family if she gave birth out of wedlock.
The Luciano family were an underbelly of crime and loved to keep a low profile, at least in the past, with Daniel trying to unite their family through marriage, their name would always be on the headlines now. In one word, not everyone knew about them – especially those who kept a clean profile – hence everyone was curious to know about them. As someone from a royal line, Clara was expected to marry a man of high profile.
But then, those rumors didn’t bother Clara because if she was really pregnant with Lukas’s child, then it would be a huge miracle – at least, she would be able to tie him down with that. But then, he hadn’t laid a hand on her, not since their engagement began.
The only thing they ever did was kiss and now Clara was even beginning to question if what they shared that day was real or if he had been putting on a show. Who knew what he had been thinking at that time? Having known the real Lukas now, Clara bet that he used her or something.
“By the way, what about the groom? I haven’t seen him around and everyone’s so excited to see him!” The guest squealed in excitement and went on, “You know, everyone thought you would end up with Luther, but then life works in mysterious ways. I guess when life gives you lemon, you make lemonade.” She chuckled modestly, cupping her mouth with her hand.
“Yes, lemon indeed,” Although Clara laughed with her, it wasn’t sincere. Her eyes were trained on Tess the entire time with her heart pounding in her throat. Tess in question, walked over to where she was seated and bending down, she whispered into her ears,
“He’s here.”
Clara let out the air that she had been holding in all this while. God, she was saved! she pressed her hand to her chest in relief. It worked, Lukas was going to marry her. Her prayers were finally answered.
“He wants to meet you before the wedding,” Tess further informed her and a smile formed on her face.
Lukas wanted to meet her now? Had he finally come to his senses and realized that the both of them were meant to be together? Had Clara known that it would be this easy, she would have involved Daniel long ago and saved herself the stress. Of course, her father-in-law was the best.
Now, she’d see between her and his damned mistress, who gets to laugh last?
Haha, she got Lukas in the end!
Delirious with happiness, Clara turned to her guest and announced proudly, “Don’t worry, this is all part of the wedding program and you will get to see the groom soon.” She said proudly, graciously standing up to her feet.
“I’m sorry, but I need to prepare for my wedding ceremony,” Clara hinted that she wanted her to leave.
“Sure, I shouldn’t keep the bride of the day busy,” The lady said, trying not to look offended.
“Thank you for your understanding,” Clara watched her leave the room and as soon as the door was shut, stood up immediately.
“Where is he?!” She questioned Tess, anxious to see Lukas already.