Olivia

I have to do what?! I asked looking confused. “ you heard me.family comes first! You’re my only heiress, and soon you’ll be the ruler of our clan.” Grandpa is right. He is the leader of our mafia clan. We belong to the blood lion house. “You have all the qualities to lead our blood lion house. You’re a talented fighter, and stronger than our guards.” Says zureni. (grandpa) Right i want to become a mafia queen and take over the throne! “Don’t worry grandpa it’s about time a woman rules our clan.

Ever since I was little, I have dreamed of claiming the throne and becoming the queen everyone fears. And on the side I want to own a cozy boutique filled with my own design . Because i absolutely love fashion! And everyone needs a hobby besides ruling, right?

“There is one condition, though…you have to live with one of the three heirs of our allied family.he said as i open my mouth in shock. “ I have to do what?! “ I asked. “ it’s a tradition, that’s how your parents met too. “ he said. “right, and they also died living the mafia life. Not your best comparison, grandpa.” I answered looking sad “ at the end of the year you’ll either get married and forget an alliance between our families or… i fear it’d be the end of blood lion house.We’re small family compared to the big three families. It may be our only chance at survival, or else they’ll rule us over.”he

I couldn’t process everything i had just heard. “ which three families?” I asked. “ Those who own entire countries and have alliances across the world”. He answered. I didn’t seem to understand where all this was heading. “ who are these three heirs?” I asked. “ Sebastian Cruz is a cold- blooded ruthless mafia prince and the most skilled with weapons. He had his first mission at the age of eight.He’s devoted to work, rumored to be without a heart. Though, very loyal to his …cow pet.You’d think Lorenzo is more devoted to pls piano, than to the mafia life…But he’s seductive, manipulative and always get what he wants…which makes him a skilled negotiator. Though, he’s only muse is… he’s dog. you already know Salvatore…you were in the same school though you never got to talk. He is skilled at hand on hand combat.”he answered. “ yeah, I remember him grandpa continue”.

“ he never talk to anyone. So mysterious. Always on his motorbike, lots of tattoos, and bad boy brooding vibe. I think he has a cat”.he was done talking. “ I don’t understand why do i need to live with one of them? If this is supposed to end up in marriage why don’t you just arrange one?”I asked.

Grandpa took a deep breath before replying. “ we’re not that cruel. We want to give you kids the chance to connect first and see if it will last.” He said. I feel like he isn’t telling me the main thing.

“Don’t you understand the tragic divorce from 1980?” He asked. “ you mean the clans who went into an emotional war, and burned their empires to the ground?”i asked. “ exactly! Now when we merge alliance. We need to be sure they stick.” He said.

“ so who do you see yourself marrying?”He asked “ I’m supposed to make my decision to live with a man and his family for a year just based on two sentences?” I asked in confusion.

“ you’re right that’s very risky. I’ll allow you a phone call with each before you make ur final decision. Take that chance to get to know them better”he said.

“ i would love that. But infact let’s forget about that, I’ll just have to trust my guts. “ i replied. “ alright and so? Who do you pick?” He asked. “ it’s going to be…Sebastian.” I answered. Grandpa seems awaken by my choice. but I had made my final decision.

“ he’s not the easy option…I’m afraid for you.Though his family is the most powerful one.” He said. I understand grandpa’s concerns but I need to make him understand that I’m not a baby anymore.” I’ll be okay. I think I can get to him.” I said.

“ I’m going to miss you, honey don’t forget to call me!.” He said while being emotional. You wouldn’t believe grandpa is a crime boss sometimes.

The next day, I flew to Sebastian’s family. I had just landed when I saw a limo there to pick me up. First a private jet now a limo? They certainly have more money than grandpa.

We arrived at the building and I must say it is very beautiful. A secretive location a few kilometers away from the center town and with high security gates. Wait! Where do I even need to go now? Do I go in or wait out here for someone to come pick me? I wondered.

No I’m going to welcome myself in, otherwise I can wait here until death. These people have no manners. I walked in the building I kept screaming “hello, hello “ but no one answered. I didn’t expect a welcome party. But no one saying hello is rude!

Some how i heard another noise and tried walking towards the direction and i almost got shoot. “ WHAT???? Did you just try to shoot me?” I asked angrily while staring at Sebastian.

“ you shouldn’t enter without permission. “He said.“ you could’ve killed me!” I said. “ please, if i wanted to kill you already, that bullet would’ve crossed your heart. “ he said. I stared at him angrily wondering if this is how I’m welcomed.

“ I see u’ve let yourself in. I got to say , that’s a first.” he said. “ it was you on the speaker!” I asked while staring at him. “ this is my house I know everything that’s happening inside and outside of it .” He said.He flashes a smirk, his confidence radiating in a way that’s almost magnetic.

But I have to play my part, remembering why I’m here in the first place it’s for our clan and to make grandpa proud so no matter what attitude he throws I have to sallow my pride and blend it .

I most say he is really handsome. “I least you’re good looking.” I said to him while waiting for a response. “ likewise. “ he said. “ I never saw you in any balls or functions before, it’s like your grandfather hid you from sight.” He asked. “ you didn’t hear about me, but I heard a lot about you.

They call you monster.” I said. “my pleasure “ he said with a smile.

“ you can leave now. I’ll hand you over our family credit card, you can book yourself whatever hotel you’d like and buy whatever you want. I can also provide you an escort, that’s if you wish to have some company.” He said. “I’m not on holiday here.

I’m here to stay form an alliance. I’m here to get to know you.” I said.

It’s not like i even like him but no matter how angry i feel i have to continue this for my good.” What else is there to know ?” He asked. “I’ll ignore you. The best i can give to you is money and your freedom.”he said.

I couldn’t believe how dumb he sounded. I took the credit card and broke it into pieces. “ there you have nothing to offer but your hospitality. Nice to meet you, looking forward to getting to know you.” I said .

he kept quiet for a while without knowing what to say. I guess I most have amazed him. But i know i don’t have a choice than to deal with his nonsense. I’m not richer than him neither do i have his kind of power he has.

“ Marlot! “ he called out to one of the workers. “ yes sir.” “ can you please show ms.martinez to her quarters? I’m busy. “ he said as he turns to me.

“ we’ll introduce each other properly later, when my family comes back from their trip. I’ll find you.” He said as he turns to leave. i called him back. “ wait, i…you can’t dismiss me like that I’m your guest!” I said.

“ oh , really? You can tell me what I can and can’t do?”. He asked. “My luggage is still outside…” I said. “ marlot, don’t worry about miss martinez luggages. I’ll deliver them myself to night.” He said. “ of course sir.” What? He will deliver them himself? Why? Hmm. I watched as he was about leaving then he turned back to me and said “ oh don’t bother locking yourself in.

It won’t change anything, it will just make things more entertaining for me to break in.” He said as he leaves. I didn’t even have words left in me to say to him. Marlot took me round to make a room choices. I kept admiring the building, i didn’t want to be here . But grandpa words kept sinking into my head. I missed my parents so much but grandpa as always been there for me since there disappearance. I love him a lot and i want to make him proud.

How rude of him! He’s not going to make things easy for me here.no matter how angry I am, i have to know in the mafia world everything is a test! But i still need to know more about him. I should probably ask the worker Marlot.

“ marlot!”I called out. “Yes madam .” “Is he always like this?” I asked. “ he isn’t always charming like this. He must like you somehow. “ he said. “ ch-chi—arming?” I asked looking confused. “ he doesn’t talk to others.” He said. “ OTHERS??” I asked looking confused as hell. “ oh, you didn’t know? Thought ur grandpa had told you. It was mentioned in the letter. “ he answered.

I stood there not understanding anything he had just said cuz why won’t grandpa tell me this? He probably thought i wouldn’t go if i had been told this before coming. He wasn’t wrong tho.

“ sir Sebastian was supposed to choose a wife. It was arranged by his father that our fairest mafia prince from different clans were… sent here.to live for a year… so he could decide to take on a bride that would fit him and the family.

But unfortunately…half of them ran back home within the first month because of his ignorance towards them. The others…well, let’s say Sebastian refused to marry them and their clans are…ruined. You were one of our last choice due to how petite your clan is,but I’m sure your fate will be… different.” He said.

I listened to everything he said and couldn’t find my words. I was forced here and I’m not even a first choice. Great. I was done with my questions and i needed to pick a room, i chose the queen’s room it’s very beautiful marlot kept saying that was the best choice and Sebastian will be proud. But i didn’t care i just chose what I would feel comfortable while sleeping in.

I kept deciding if i should lock the room door or not, but i ended up locking it . That delusional man will never be able to enter here. no cell reception? What is this…i kept trying to call them through the cellular phone but it wasn’t working.Then i heard a knock, and whoever was knocking kept trying to break in,there’s no way he can break in here. I i thought.

Seconds later Sebastian broke in as he works in with a knife. “I can’t tell if l’m impressed or disappointed by how low you think of me for not beinging capable of opening that. “ he said.

i looked at him with an angry expression. “ I’m buying new locks tomorrow.” I said. “ please, do. I’ll hand you over my card , I’m curious to see how far you’ll go. But you got good taste, picking this room. Here are your luggage. As promised. “ he said.

I collected my luggage then thanked him before a noise distracted us from behind.there it was a crow. “ now is not the time mal. Don’t pay attention to him.” He said. I was happy a pet was in my room so I turned to him and said “ now you can leave my room. “

“ can i have a please?” He asked as he lens over moving closer to me, his breath catches my throat. Then he whispered “I’m going to be straight forward with you. I don’t want to marry anyone, and my father won’t force me to marry you for an alliance.

Having a wife is a weakness I can not afford, unless…” I didn’t let him finish. “ unless what? “ i kept waiting for an answer. “ you see Olivia. I’ll marry only for love. “ he said. he was so serious that I couldn’t help but chuckle. He, a ruthless man wants to marry for love…just like i do .

“ then let’s not do this. Neither of us want this . Why obeying to our families?” I said. I didn’t want to marry him either we both don’t want to what’s the point? “ I have to go through with this charade for a year, unless you stop this. It’s tradition. Your clan will most likely disappear once I’ll take over the throne. This whole marriage contract after a year is a scheme from my father. He’s using this as an excuse to force my hand to settle and produce heirs. If this fails, your clan is so weak it won’t resist against us, so he will give the order to destroy you for failing.” He said.

So it’s my responsibility to fail or succeed? I see. “ meaning, surviving this year won’t be easy without allies, and you better find some fast. I could be one…you already made a good first impression. And I’m curious to know what the granddaughter of zureni martinez has in store.

or who knows, if you’d be the one I’d desperately fall in love with to the point of submission. You already caught my attention, but i can’t tell if it’s a good or bad thing yet. “ he said. “ mal tolerates you. That’s uncanny.” He said as he steps back. They think they’re powerful and rich!

“ i appreciate you warning but get out of my room, Now!” I said. “ as you wish.” He was about going when he stopped and said something. “Oh, and i forgot to tell you my bedroom is just next to yours, neighbor.”

This manor has like hundreds of rooms but he chose one next to mine . “ i can’t wait to see what you’re made of let’s see if you can survive here or worse, win the heart of a man who has none .”

He said and walked out, i knew i was cooked but no going back now . I have to remain strong and show them what I’m made of it’s for my kingdom and grandpa i can’t fail them . They shall see how far i can last.