All Chapters of The Return Of The Mafia Lord : Chapter 71
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Chapter 71
Ari slammed the brake pedal harder than necessary, bringing the vehicle to a sharp, jarring stop directly in front of the coffee shop. She shifted the car into park and immediately reached for her seatbelt buckle. Before she could unclip it, Xavier's hand shot out. His grip, cool and incredibly strong, closed around her wrist, stopping her movement instantly. “We’re here,” he stated, his voice tight with controlled fury, his eyes burning into hers. “Now tell me why we are here. Because I don't remember this place being a business of yours” Ari didn't try to pull away, but she met his gaze with a defiant fire of her own. “To confirm that it wasn’t all fake,” she declared, the words tumbling out in a rush of stored frustration. “I have spent the entire day cycling through it, sir. And no matter how I twist the logic, I still find it impossible to believe that a man who runs a legitimate multi-billion dollar corporation—a man I… a man like you—is a Mafia lord.” She gestured emphatical
Chapter 72
A large, oil-drum incinerator that icontained the grotesque contents of the cardboard box was blazing fire. Xavier stood a foot away from the flames, his posture rigid. He was still in the same suit he’d worn to work. A cigarette was burning low between his fingers, the smoke curling up in a thin, steady stream. Peter arrived minutes later, his expression filled with concern. He was dressed casually, having clearly sped over from whatever late-night duty he had been on. He approached the blazing can and watched the last remnants of the mutilated bird turn to ash. Xavier passed him phone to check out the pictures he took and Other scrolled with disgust on his face "Gabriele has always been theatrical," Peter said, his voice low and heavy, cutting through the crackle of the fire. He let out a slow sigh "He really wants war, boss. This isn't just a threat, it's a declaration. A grotesque lack of respect." Xavier took a deep drag from his cigarette, the tip glowing fiercely, and exhal
Chapter 73
Ari stood before the full-length mirror, taking a steadying breath. She had chosen a deep, long red gown that hugged her curves perfectly. Her long hair was down, styled in soft waves that cascaded over her shoulders, and her makeup was minimal,just enough to accentuate her sharp features. Simple heels and a small, matching purse completed the look. She looked like a woman who belonged at a gala,worthy enough to dine with men of calibre. A sleek black sedan arrived at precisely eight. The driver, a polite man in a dark suit, held the door for her and she got in. The ride was silent, and after about an hour,the car finally slowed, joining a line of luxury vehicles stretching down the street. They were outside the Imperial Grand Hall, a building that's known for hosting such events. The sound of a crowd, a low, excited roar, filtered through the closed windows. As the car pulled up to the velvet rope, Ari caught her first sight of the scene. The entrance was a chaotic spectacle. Repo
Chapter 74
Xavier and Sophia stood on the Imperial Grand Hall’s rooftop terrace. The air up here was cooler, crisper.They were no longer discussing anything about businesses. The conversation had shifted into a personal one. “Excuse me please” Sophia said Then, to his utter shock, Sophia slipped her hand under her gown. She smoothly extracted a full bottle of chilled champagne. She held it up for Xavier to see. A spontaneous, mischievous giggle escaped her. "Surprised?" she asked, her deep blue eyes sparkling with delight. Xavier couldn't help the dry, genuine chuckle that escaped him. "Astonished," he admitted. "How did you manage that? It’s a full bottle." Sophia gave a nonchalant shrug, her confidence an undeniable charm. "When you like something enough, you’ll always find a way," she said, winking. "I had to. Mother absolutely forbids me from drinking because dad died as an alcoholic. But what’s a beautiful night without a little defiance?" Without waiting for a response, she expertly
Chapter 75
The retreat from the rooftop was a blur of chaos and urgency. Xavier and Sophia, flanked by the two heavily armed security guards, burst through the service door and descended the marble staircase. As they spilled back into the main grand foyer Xavier immediately let go of Sophia's arm. Sophia didn't hesitate. Her survival instinct kicked in. She cast one horrified, wide-eyed look at Xavier, then spun on her heel and, clutching the remains of her dress, ran in the opposite direction, disappearing into the throng of guests who were unaware of their experience at the rooftop. Xavier didn’t spare her a second glance. His own mission was clear, to find Ari and they both get the hell out of there. He scanned the perimeter, pushing past confused, gossiping attendees. He noticed several waiters moving with a strange, unnatural formation,their eyes darting through the crowd. They were looking for him. He finally spotted Ari tucked away in a quiet corner near the colossal floral arrangemen
Chapter 76
Before Xavier could fully register the crash, his two security men,the same ones who had stood guard near the rooftop door,came tearing around the corner of the building. They were followed by at least four more armed individuals, emerging from the darkness where they had clearly been positioned as perimeter defense. The armed men immediately surrounded Xavier and Ari, weapons trained on the wrecked car and the surroundings just in case. The fake waiters from the gala were attracted by the sound of the wreck and they all came rushing out through the front entrance with their guns out,but Xavier's men were quick enough to open fire on them. Xavier paid them no mind. He was still on the asphalt next to Ari, his hands hovering over her. Her breathing was shallow, ragged, and wet. “Please….I…don't want to die” Ari pleaded with a shaky voice "Clear the path!" Xavier barked, his voice raw with a desperate command. He carefully gathered Ari into his arms. Despite her height and weight
Chapter 77
"The moment you fire that first shot, I guarantee both you and Gabriele are dead." The men froze and Leonardo raised his hands, not to surrender, but to stop the impending barrage. His eyes were wide, darting between Xavier and the mansion's rooflines, suddenly paranoid. Gabriele, however, regained his composure almost instantly. He let out a dry, dismissive scoff and gestured for his men to lower their weapons, reclaiming control of the scene. "Wow, a threat," Gabriele drawled, stepping down one marble step, his eyes calculating. "So you've finally started your own Mafia family, Xavier? I knew you are one sneaky bastard who would never be satisfied with just being a company's CEO. What's your organization's name? Maybe I can send a congratulatory gift for your debut." Xavier ignored the mockery, stepping forward with his wrinkled tuxedo. "I'm here to ask just a question. And I want nothing but the truth. Were they your men at the gala tonight?" Gabriele gave a theatrical sigh. "I
Chapter 78
Xavier must have fallen asleep in the chair. He was abruptly awakened by the sound of muffled footsteps and the soft murmur of conversation in the room. His eyes snapped open immediately, and his entire body went rigid with instinctual alarm before he registered the scene, two doctors and a nurse had quietly entered the VVIP ward. He quickly stood up. “Doctors,” he greeted, his voice rough from sleep and tension. “Mr. Stewart,” the lead doctor replied with a nod, already moving toward Ari’s bedside. “Just conducting our early morning rounds. How are you holding up?” “Fine. Is she…?” “Still stable. We’ll know more after this examination,” the doctor confirmed. Xavier pulled the chair back to give the medical team space to work. In his haste, his body accidentally bumped the small bedside table where Ari’s small leather bag had been placed. The bag tumbled, spilling its contents onto the floor—a few crumpled tissues, a lipstick, a wallet, and a small, crumpled photograph. “My apo
Chapter 79
By the time the last spoonful of broth disappeared, Ari’s face was indeed as red as a summer tomato. She felt like an infant being tended to, and the intense focus of Xavier’s eyes throughout the feeding had only amplified her discomfort. “Th-thank you for the meal,” she managed to murmur, keeping her gaze pinned to the ceiling fan as Xavier slid the now-empty tray off her lap. “I’ll just drop this off at the nurses' station. Be right back,” he said, gathering the small table and the tray. The second the door closed behind him, Ari let out a stifled, ragged noise and clamped both hands over her ears, ignoring the immediate, searing protest from her bruised forearm. “Crazy. You are crazy, Ari. Certifiably insane!” She pressed her palms against her temples, trying to physically stop the rush of heat and memory flooding her mind. The tenderness with which he had fed her, the warmth of his breath near her ear, the feather-light touch as he wiped her lip… all of it had made her heart h
Chapter 80
The convoy of armored SUVs arrived at the supposed safe-house like a wrecking crew. With a coordinated roar, the lead vehicle, an enormous, slab-sided behemoth, accelerated into the main approach. The steel doors of the compound’s gate didn’t stand a chance. The massive vehicle slammed into them, twisting the iron on its hinges with a horrifying screech of metal before tearing the entire structure down and plowing it into the front lawn. Before the dust could settle, a furious hail of gunfire erupted from the compound’s flanking guard towers and the house itself. Tracers zipped and ricocheted against the bulletproof shells of the vehicles. The torrent of gunshot was completely in vain because the cars didn't even shudder. Xavier’s men were already deploying. As one, a dozen figures in tactical gear spilled out from the vehicles' sides, moving with the synchronized, lethal grace of a single organism. They also opened fire on their.opponents. Xavier himself moved through the chaos no