A Lover's Betrayal by Luashzoheart

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|P ʀ ᴏ ʟ ᴏ ɢ ᴜ ᴇ|

We stood there,in the middle of our bedroom. The atmosphere was hot and luscious,his ragged and heavy breaths fanned my face as I blushed at the close proximity. A sudden burst of confidence shot through me and I wrapped my arms around him,giving him a sensual kiss on his jaw.

"You are playing with fire,mia bella."He whispers hotly against my cheek,his green orbs darkening with pure want as he stared at me. Unknowingly,my tongue darted pass through the in between of my lips and swiped along the bottom one,making it wet. He lets out a growl in response and attacked my lips savagely into a fiery lip-lock.

I reciprocated almost immediately,matching his roughness. He didn't seem to like how I was equally dominant as him for he bit my bottom lip and sucked on it hard enough to draw a little amount of blood. I let out a pained groan at the sharp pain inflicted upon my beaten lips. He released my poor lips and began trailing kisses and soft bites up and down my neck,occasionally sucking on the area. I couldn't help but let out soft moans in which,he replies with a curve of his lips to a smirk against my skin.

"You are the fuel to the fire did you know that?"He whispers in my ear,nipping at it,eliciting a sharp gasp from me. Not wanting to be viewed pathetic,I began rubbing myself onto him,whispering things on his ear.

"The why don't you let it burn me?"I replied to his earlier question,licking his earlobe at the end of the sentence.

I blinked and found myself on the bed with him on top of me,massaging my hips underneath my nightgown. His suit was already discarded,leaving his stoned abs free for my eyes to savour. My fingers moved on their own,climbing and rubbing circles on his bare chest. His hands went up to take off my nightgown,exposing me in my birthday suit to his hungry eyes. He licks his lips as his lustful eyes raked over my body before fondling one of my globes,making me arch up against him as an immediate reaction.

"Duty comes first; No matter how unfair it may be."

His words rang in my head,snapping me out of my euphoria. I pushed the man on top of me to the ground,him groaning in response. He quickly regains his balance back and stands up,giving me a questioning look.

"I-I'm not ready yet."I told him,fiddling and twiddling with my fingers resting on my lap. His green orbs dimmed a little but smiled and nodded in understanding nonetheless.

"Va bene,tesoro. Capisco."

I gave him a grateful look,masking the guilt creeping up in my system.

"Grazie,maritino." I cringed as I used the endearment,a bile threatening to go up and out of my mouth. It's not that I don't like it,it's just that it reminds me of my real goal,and it makes me feel nauseous. I didn't want to make him feel the turmoils of a lover's betrayal.

The classical music resonated throughout the ball room,men in tuxes dancing with women in gowns,matching the slow tempo of the melody. Here I am,standing next to my parents as they interacted with the guests. I'm not loquacious,everyone knows that. That's why they always have that first impression of me as a cold-hearted bitch and honestly,I could care less about their opinions.

Seeing no reason to be here,I excused myself to take a breath outside. My parents did not even spare a glance,only kept on conversing with their colleagues. Stepping outside,I breathed in the fresh air deeply. The moon was full,exposed on the night sky,glowing in its brightest. The stars were twinkling like glitters as I skimmed them,looking for the constellations that may be visible tonight. I spotted Pisces,Virgo and Cassiopeia.

"I take it you abhor parties?"A deep,husky voice chimed from behind,startling me slightly.

"Abhor is a strong word. I don't hate parties but I don't love them either."I admitted,sipping the wine I had gotten on my way here. He hums in what seem like understanding.

"E tu?"I quired.

"Same as you."He answers with a grin,looking up,the moonlight illuminating his features. I took the chance to take in his appearance. I would be lying if I said he didn't look handsome. He is breathtaking. His emerald eyes reflecting the moon as he stared at it,the subtle jaw,the firm biceps and all. He was gorgeous.

Not saying that I am interested in him though. I have more important priorities than relationships.

"Come ti chiami?"He asks,turning to me. Lost in his eyes,I was speechless. What is happening to me? I have never been like this before.

"Mi chiamo Victoria."I informed,finally having the voice to answer his question.

"Hmm..Well then,Miss Victoria,my name is Vincenzo,lieto di vederla."

"Allo stresso modo."

We fell into a comfortable silence,only the hum of the wind as it pass by and our breathing were heard.

"My Lady."Someone addressed. Looking behind,I saw Alec,my favorite butler,kneeling in respect.

"Alec. What is it?"

"Forgive me for interrupting but I have been tasked to send you a message from the Lord."

"You may continue."

"Yes. His highness is requesting thy presence immediately,my Lady. He said it was urgent."

"Very well then. I shall head to him. You are dismissed."

He stood up and bowed slightly before leaving. Sipping the wine,I turned to Vincenzo to bid farewell only to find out he was not there. Strange. I brushed it off and went back in to see my stupid-excuse-of-a-father. Speak of the devil,Alec did not tell me where my presence was requested,so where will I be heading then?

~•~

Turns out,he was on the podium,sitting on an ivory colored seat with golden linings like the king he is. Mia madre was beside him,drinking champagne. I made my way to them rather acquiescently,my chin held high as I stared at the guests. Finally,I reached the podium and stood in front of my parents,forcing a polite smile and a curtsey as a sign of respect. Although I would rather give none.

"Papa,mama. I was notified that you were seeking for my presence."

"Yes,mia figlia. I wanted to introduce you to someone later on. Right now,I want you to just sit down and enjoy yourself."My father flashed me a smile,something that left me flabbergasted. My father was smiling at me. I mentally groaned as I realized the depth of that smile. The meaning behind it.

'You can't leave. Stay here,I have something for you to do later.'

Resisting the urge to roll my eyes and glare at him,I sat down on the couch across my parents. My gaze shifted to Alec whom was with the other butlers. Pulling out my phone,I texted him to come over so we could talk,that's if,he wants to. (Un)Surprisingly,he dismisses his acquaintances and head towards me,a smile plastered on his face as he bows.

"What may I be of service,My Lady?"He curtseys,although I could hear hints of playfulness in his voice,making me giggle softly. Alec is a nice guy. He's always there for me when times gone rough.

"Nothing. I was just looking for some company."

We talked for a bit. During our conversation,I could feel my parent's gazes burning through my skull. I know for a fact that my parents are such proud and venal creatures. They do not like how I am interacting with Alec,a butler. As the heiress,they expect me to be the usual snobbish spoiled brats like most of the heiresses and heirs are. I disagree strongly, which is another reason why I am often cognized as the black sheep in my family and clan.

"Ehem."Father cleared his throat loudly,evidently showing his irritation as he spoke;

"May I talk to Victoria?"

Alec lingered his questioning gaze on me for a minute,silently asking whether I'll be fine being left alone with these pseudos. I just sent him a curt nod in response,and he went back to his friends again,albeit rather reluctantly.

"Yes father?"I raised my left eyebrow at my father,apparently failing to hide my annoyance as his eyes narrowed and shot me a warning look. For the second time,I resisted the urge to roll my eyes and held the stare instead. I won't be backing down and acting all weak just because we are in front of a crowd. That will be granting my father's wish. He wants to show everyone that he can control everything,anything,anyone he likes,although he can't.

Minutes later,he was the first to look away,averting his eyes to peer above my shoulder. Mentally smirking in triumph,I sipped the champagne I am holding.

"Father,who was it that you wanted to introduce to me? I'm getting tired of waiting."I complained while twirling the glass,knowing that it will piss my father off.

"You will know soon. Be. Patient."He answered through gritted teeth.

I simply shrugged and drank my liquor,my face falling slightly when I found out it was already empty. Sighing,I put the glass on the waiter's tray that passed by and leaned against the soft ivory furniture,waiting (im)patiently for the person I am wasting my time onto.

ℙ𝕝𝕖𝕒𝕤𝕖 𝕕𝕠 𝕔𝕠𝕞𝕞𝕖𝕟𝕥 𝕥𝕙𝕖 𝕨𝕣𝕠𝕟𝕘 𝕤𝕡𝕖𝕝𝕝𝕚𝕟𝕘𝕤 𝕒𝕟𝕕 𝕥𝕪𝕡𝕠𝕤. 𝕋𝕙𝕒𝕟𝕜 𝕪𝕠𝕦! ℍ𝕠𝕡𝕖 𝕪𝕠𝕦 𝕖𝕟𝕛𝕠𝕪~

Cʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀ 2

...|A ᴜ ᴛ ʜ ᴏ ʀ ' s P O V|...

Tapping her fingers on the tabletop,our protagonist sighs in boredom and annoyance. It has been half an hour and the person her father wants to introduce is yet to appear.

"Papa,how much longer~?"She whined,casting a frown upon her flawless face.

"Victoria,I told you to be patient."Her father growls at her,his temper rising on the surface. Soon enough,he'll snap.

"No,I'm done."Victoria retorts,standing up from the ivory furniture. She stood tauntingly in front of her father,as though challenging him to stop her.

"Victoria. Sit. Back. Down."Suo padre tried to compel,his eyes warning her not to cause a scene.

Victoria merely scoffs at him and turned the walked towards the exit,ushering for Alec to follow her and walked out,leaving her father dumbfounded.

~•~

...|V ɪ ᴄ ᴛ ᴏ ʀ ɪ ᴀ ' s P O V|...

The look plastered on my father's face was hilarious! He didn't actually think I would just sit there and wait patiently like an obedient daughter right? Truth is,I disobeyed him for two reasons. One,I'm getting tired of waiting. Two,my personal assistant,Stacey,told me about my father's plans. He wants to introduce me to some rich guy from another clan and marry me off. Like hell I would marry someone I haven't even seen before. I'm not some pawn on his chess game.

In fact,he is the pawn in my chess game.

"Victoria?"

A familiar voice snapped me out of my dilly-dally. I spun in my heels and shot Vincenzo a questioning gaze.

"Yes,Vincenzo?"

"Would you like to take an evening stroll?"

I contemplated for a while. Should I go with him or not? I mean,it's only an evening stroll. Still though,he could be a threat. Our clans had been rivals for long.

In the end,I agreed and sent Alec to the limousine by himself. Currently,me and Vicenzo are walking side by side,a fair amount of distance between us. I was admiring the flowers in the garden as they illuminated underneath the moonlight.

"Hai dei bellissimi occhi,angioletta."He compliments,breaking the slightly awkward and uncomfortable silence.

"Grazie,principino."

He scowls and flexed his biceps to me,shooting me the are-you-sure-about-that look. I simply giggled softly in response. Again,the awkward silence fell upon us.

"So,why did you suddenly requested a walk?"I finally spoke up.

He seemed to tense up a little,looking away,muttering something underneath his breath.

"Why id tu tan os?"He mumbled.

"I'm sorry I didn't catch that. Puoi per favore ripeterlo di nuovo?"

He halts,turning to stare at me with those captivating emerald orbs that I seem to have been fond of. We stood there,lost in each other's eyes,I could see my image reflecting in his,indicating that his focus is solely on me.

"Why did you run off?"He asks quietly,his voice,demeanor and stare relying the message that he's serious. I arched a brow at him,averting my eyes somewhere else,breaking the stare down. I stayed silent.

"You caused quite a scene that I happened to have witnessed and suddenly ran off."He elaborates. His explanation was quite believable but I could sense an underlying bluff beneath it. It's like he is trying to hide something. Searching his eyes for any sign to determine what it is,I found none. His eyes were emotionless.

I sighed and looked up to the moon,revelling in its beauty for the nth time tonight.

"My father wants to marry me off."I soughed to myself,shutting my eyes.

"Oh,don't you want to get married?"

That made me upset. I turned to him,about to shout and lecture him when the view knocked those thoughts away. My breath hitched as my gaze travelled to his plump lips. He was standing close,really close. Our lips were inches away from meeting,his breath fanning my face.

"Perhaps if your betrothed is me,would you agree to your father's plans?"

~•~

I laid on my bed,staring at the ceiling. Vicenzo's words echoed in my mind,giving me an unsettling feeling inside. Eh,it doesn't matter. I'm too tired. Forcing myself to smile and be polite with all those guests was exhausting.

I closed my eyes and drifted off to sleep.

~•~

...|V ɪ ɴ ᴄ ᴇ ɴ ᴢ ᴏ ' s P O V|...

I stared at the moon up above the sky,its radiance and brightness reminding me of a certain heiress that I seem to have taken fond of. Her innocent face hiding her true nature. Her porcelain skin glowing underneath the moonlight just like the flowers around. The stars twinkling like her eyes do as she admired the garden. She's the most beautiful woman I've ever met. Yet she is the most dangerous one as well.

I know that our clans had been a long-time rivals now,making it harder to convince them to let Victoria be with me.

Despite this,I can't help but long for her,yearn for her. It's not the usual lust I normally feel due to the manly hormones,it's different. It's like every time I see her,there would be butterflies flying around in my stomach,my nerves shake im a good way. Whenever I touch her,or accidentally did,even the slightest graze of my skin upon hers,causes goosebumps and little sparks through my entire body. I can't help but feel drawn.

I chuckled,thinking about how lovestruck I sounded. Can you imagine? The heir of the Italian mafia--the most dangerous mafia in the world-- falling in love. Oh how life had taken turns. I remember promising to myself never to fall,it'll only burden me. But look at me now,helplessly falling in love with a girl I just met. Well,not exactly just met. I met her back when we were children,though I'm sure she doesn't remember it anymore.

"My father wants to marry me off."

That line seems to make me mad,and I don't know why. Maybe it's because I hate how his father is treating her like an object he can just give--no-- sell to someone. Maybe it's the fact that I don't want her to be someone else's bride. I think it's both though. Just imagining her walking down the aisle,another groom waiting for her standing on the altar makes me want to kill someone.

"Vincenzo? Che stai a fare ancora qui? Pensavo avessi detto che hai delle cose di cui occuparti?"

I heard a familiar voice behind me. Turning around,I was met with my father's figure,crossing his arms and shooting me a suspicious look in his eyes despite his stoic features.

"I was just enjoying the moon."I answered,looking back up to the Luna above. I could see my father taken aback from the corner of my eyes.

"Sto parlando con mio figlio?"His voice seemed to be in doubt.

Scoffing,I turned to him again.

"Ovviamente."

"Hmm...Ohh...I get it now. Who's the girl?"

My eyes widened. How did he know?