"In case of an emergency or threat, use the white pen I gave you. Push the top button and I would get an alarm on my phone. Be very careful, this is a mafia house and the people inside have killed more generations than they can count"
Diego's gaze lingers on me for a second before he speaks "don't worry, I'll be fine. I'll be with you till the very last minute. Remember, I taught you right? Now, go get your revenge"
"our revenge uncle" I say before stepping out of the car with my bag.
It's about time...
Uncle gets out of the car too. I take in deep breaths, I'm about to meet my tormentors.
I put on my sunglasses and start heading towards the heavily guarded mansion. Red carpets have been laid down up to the entrance of the mansion.
I swiftly pass the guards thanks to the invite i borrowed from one of the guests, whom I'm afraid is not in attendance today. Immediately I step into the meeting hall, I take in my surroundings. The hall has been decorated with eloquence. Everyone is seating according to status and family history. From billionaires to millionaires to business elites, mafia and the list goes on. There are about two hundred people here, it's a white themed party but of course, I never follow the rules.
In the middle of the hall, there are golden seats and a huge table where I spot Romero. He is seated in the highest chair. Next is his sister Rwanda and her husband Rico. Followed by... Sophia, Romero's alleged wife. Of course I know they're not married... Yet. He is still very much married to me. Romero is dressed in an all white tuxedo, accompanied by white shoes. His hair has been styled back and his blue eyes are boring into the crowd. He is giving a speech. Let the show begin. I signal to Diego to stand at the side. Incase things don't go well, I need him to escape. We're in the house of a mafia king.
I start walking towards the middle of the hall, my heels clicking on the marble floors with a loud sound. Everyone turns their attention to me, of course. I'm dressed in black in an all white party and I'm walking towards the mafia king in the middle of his speech. My black fury blazer sweeps the floor as I make my way towards him. I watch as he firmly holds the mike and makes his speech, he is backing me so he was completely unaware of my presence. I remove my sun glasses and toss it in my bag.
"Romero Leonardo Cartel" I say in a high pitched voice stopping five feet from the golden table. I watch as he purses his lips and swiftly turns to look at me. The whole hall literally freezes and everyone watches with curious eyes, who this lady that dared to interrupt Romero Cartel?. And worst of all call him by his name, his full name. Instantly, about ten guards surrounded me and pint their guns at me. I keep my gaze focused on Romero.
His abs are still visible, even in a freaking tux. His blue eyes flare with anger at first but his expression becomes confused? Does he recognize me from that night? His hand seems to have healed. My hazel eyes bore into his blue eyes for a long time. This wasn't what I was expecting, I expected rage, anger fury and dangerous violence. His guards are already up, standing beside me and waiting for his next order. He just stood there, staring at me. No, I want him to be angry, I want him to be enraged. This is the man that hurt me, ruined me.
"Sapphire?" Rwanda says standing up. Oh, at least someone recognizes me!. I give her a toothy fake smile. Sophia also stands and looks from me to Rwanda confused.
"Hey sister in-law. I almost thought you won't recognize me" I say walking over to the table. With each step I took, Romero's guards followed me. The only thing stopping me from snapping their neck is the fact that we're in a public place. I have to act like a 'normal' lady. I avoid Romero's burning gaze and focus all my attention on 'my sister in-law'.
Rwanda is of average height and your perfect example of vain and princess. She's a blonde with blue eyes and full plump lips. She's putting on a duchess white gown with white silk gloves. She always thinks she's a princess, she is a mafia princess though. Her lips form a smile that looks genuine to everyone except me. I know the devious woman behind that smile.
"Oh" I say turning to look at everyone in the hall. I shake my head innocently and walk over to Romero, a small smile on my face. His guards try to obstruct me but he raises his left hand. They swiftly move back and I move closer to him. I reach for his right hand and slowly take the mike from him. His eyes survey each of my every movement but he doesn't say a thing. After taking the mike, I flick my red hair and clear my throat. "Hey everyone, you all look shocked but I'm not a stranger. I'm Sapphire, Sapphire Marco Cartel, Romero Cartel's wife and of course the queen of the Cartel mansion and companies" All the guests whisper among themselves and I just roll my eyes. Much for the introduction, I know Romero will tell them off soon so I had to introduce myself first. The rumor that I'm back will spread across Italy and beyond. I turn back to Romero and give him the mike. All eyes are literally on me, I didn't expect things to go this way. I thought they'll be violence, I know the only reason Rwanda is keeping quiet is because we're in a public gathering. Since they all seem quite, I have to get my luggages in, go get some rest and most importantly, strip this dress off.