I stood in the parking lot of the training center, clutching the silver necklace my teammates had just given me. My fingers traced the tiny gymnast charm, its familiar shape a painful reminder of everything I was about to leave behind.

"You'll always be part of the team, Jasmine," Coach had said, her usually stern voice wavering. But we both knew that wasn't true. After today, I wouldn't be part of anything anymore.

I heard quick footsteps behind me. I didn't need to turn around to know who it was – I'd recognize those steps anywhere after fourteen years of training together.

The Mafia's Bargained Bride

Louis's arm wrapped around my waist, and I caught the mix of cologne and whiskey on him. His touch felt hot through the lace of my wedding dress.
"Dance with me, bride." His words slurred as he pulled me closer. Everyone at the reception was watching us.
I looked up at his face. Even drunk, he was...

Chapter 1: A Sad Farewell

Chapter 2: Accept Fate

Chapter 3: Reach The Cage

Chapter 4: Warning

Chapter 5: I Don't Care About Her

Chapter 6: Marriage?

Chapter 7: The First Family Dinner

Chapter 8: Dinner and Undercurrents

Chapter 9: Are you out of your mind?

Chapter 10: To be, or not to be?

Chapter 11: Wedding Night

Chapter 12: Unexpected Encounters

Chapter 13: Trouble Brewing

Chapter 14: Attending The Dinner.

Chapter 15: Moving Into The Servants' Area

Chapter 16: Late Night Conversations

Chapter 17: Morning Tenderness

Chapter 18: A Night at the Apartment

Chapter 19: An Unexpected Shopping Trip

Chapter 20: Return to the Training Ground

Chapter 21: A Dangerous Lunch

Chapter 22: Indulging And Escaping

Chapter 23: Failed Escape

Chapter 24: Clash

Chapter 25: Changes of Heart

Chapter 26: Training Day

Chapter 27: Louis's Dilemma

Chapter 28: Go Together