Chapter 8: Do You Trust Me?

Chapter 8: Do You Trust Me?

Romano

“Let's get out of here, brother.” Caleb said.

I buried my hand into my pocket and sighed heavily as boredom finally struck. As much as I wanted to leave this place with him, I knew I couldn't because this was very important to my father. Ever since I took the position of the Don, I promised to please my father and I vowed to follow in his steps so I could become like him. I had the intention to become like him, I wanted to rule as he did, so today I was going to stay to prove to my father that I was capable of the position. My father hosted a benefit gala today with one of his important associates, which is Gabriel.

However, that wasn't the only reason why I was still here. A part of me wanted to stay back just so I could see her once again. It has been a few days since I last saw her and if I were being honest, I have never been so eager to see someone.

“No, we can't leave. Father will be unimpressed and he needs us.”

“Who give the fuck.” He scowled before abandoning me and walked away. I nodded at him in disagreement and then looked at the room that was filled with rich bastards. They were donating a fuckon of money today.

As Caleb watched the room in distaste, I couldn't help but worry about him. Since he is a part of Velkov family, it is our duty to have him follow the heir, the riles and the law of the mafia that the men in the family worshipped. The problem was that this job was not as important to him as it is to me, he just doesn't care that his father is a little bitter with him. I clenched my jaw and squinted my eyes to get a clear view of the distance and I saw my father speaking to Gabriel and his wife but I really couldn't find Sophie. A slight feeling of disappointment filled my heart when realization hit that maybe she didn't attend the gala with her parents.

“Ladies and gentlemen, I want to welcome you all on this very special day.” My father announced and every single head turned towards the stage including mine.

A huge smile spread across his face as he searched the crowd of people but when his gaze met mine, I gave him a small smile and raised my drink up towards him.

“It only happened because of my son. Romano, my boy, come up here.”

I felt the burning sensation glide down my throat as I gulped the champagne in my glass. In just a second, all eyes turned towards me as I walked towards the stage and stood beside my father in an instant. He engulfed me in his embrace which I didn't expect.

“Say a few words and drop the scowl.” He growled into my ear and immediately, I clenched my jaw and smiled bitterly as his audience smacked their hands together to applaud us. I pulled away from him and took the microphone off him before speaking.

“I want to thank you all for attending today, it really means so much to me and my father. The goal for today is to make some changes to the unfortunate lives, if not then to at least a life. We are all fortunate, living the best life we could ask for and get everything we desire.”

I looked around the room to see a lot of people watching me give this bullshit speech. A burning passion of hatred filled me as I lied straight through my teeth before my eyes landed on a certain face that I was and wasn't expecting. Suddenly, every strength of tension I felt strain on my body was released when I saw her sitting there, gazing at me like an angel with a beautiful smile. I felt although I had achieved something very important right now because her smile wasn't just any other smile, it was a proud smile. It made me feel worthy that someone in my life was proud of something I have done.

“I certainly got what I desired, so why can't those people feel the same as us? Are we not the same human being?” I continued as I kept my eyes on her, her smile grew wide as she blushed. She is honestly the most beautiful girl I have ever laid my eyes on.

“So, I encourage you all, please donate as much as you can. Enjoy the rest of the evening, thank you.” I nodded my head at my father as a smile was plastered on his face before I stepped off the stage, immediately engulfed by applauds from the crowd.

I fixed my suit jacket as I held on to the button before I walked towards the table I have been staring at ever since I was on the stage. As I got closer to the table, I caught a glimpse of her. My heart sped up because I was getting excited, I was happy because I was finally going to spend my time with someone that is worth it.

“Hello, beautiful.” I greeted.

As if my heart was already beating so hard, I couldn't help but feel my breath halt at her beauty. She turned her attention to me and immediately tensed. She is absolutely gorgeous and I wanted to take her away and never let her go. The first time I saw her, I knew right away that I wanted her, my dick wanted her. She is everything I wanted in a woman and I have literally dreamt of her and the fact that she is standing right before me was unbelievable. She pushed her soft hair behind her ear and glanced up at me as surprised filled her face. It was as if she wasn't expecting me to speak to her today.

She was wearing an elegant dress, one that definitely made me fall in love with her more, her eyes were strikingly breathtaking and I could stare at her all day.

“Hello,” she greeted me respectfully as she bowed her head and then smiled when she glanced up at me.

I looked around her and noticed that she was all alone, and I offered her my hand. I watched her face unravel the most confused expression ever.

“Do you want to get out of her and come with me?” I asked.

“Where to?”

At this point, I didn't really give a fuck anymore. I didn't care about what my father would say or think anymore because everything that mattered to me was standing right in front of me. For a moment, I didn't think about my mafia and it was dangerous but one thing I have learned is that whenever I think about her, I am totally lost. However, whenever I was around her, I had no sense of the world but just her.

“Do you trust me?” I asked.

“Yes,” she nodded.

“Then take my hand and I will take you anywhere, away from here?” A blush appeared on her beautiful small face as her lips curved a small smile.

Her cold hand clasped onto mine and suddenly, I felt complete. I curled my hand around hers and rubbed it softly as I gazed deeply into her. A shudder reached my spine as her coldness was welcomed into my body but it was soon raked with warmth. I took her hand and began to walk towards the exit door and once we reached my car, I opened the door for her. I rounded the car and slid into the driver's seat. The night was so beautiful, just the right atmosphere for this. I glanced at her to find her smiling down at her lap before she looked up at him.

“It is better to inform your mother of your whereabouts. I will take you back home whenever you want, you just need to say the word.”

“It is okay, I already did.” She mumbled.

“For now, let's enjoy this…space

“Space?” I raised my brow at her as I couldn't help but smile at her comment. She laughed and covered her mouth with her hand.

“Let's see, shall we?”

After a night of driving through the beautiful scenery, I finally reached the top of the cliffs, I parked my car on the side and stepped out as I waited for her to follow me. She walked close to me and I hauled her in my embrace as it was in my natural instincts to keep her safe like this. I felt as though she would fall if I didn't hold her. Soon, we found comfort on the bonnet of my car as we sat down and began to talk.

“So…are you the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Velkov?” She asked, her face returned to itself as she looked at me, her features were heavily distinctive as curiosity peaked every aspect.

“Yes,”