Lustful Delusion

Episode 7

Alessandro p.o.v

I got everything ready for the date.

I hope my sweetheart will like all that I have planned.

I decided to wear something semi-casual just like I suggested my sweetheart.

I sat down at the dinning table as breakfast was already set by the maid on table.

I couldn't talk or message my sweetheart due to back to back problems.

Other people were bothering our business constantly.

I think there is mole in our gang or else how did other gangs get the information about our secret business.

Whoever is betraying us is going to pay an heavy price and that price maybe death.

I decided to go early to apologize to my sweetheart.

I finished my breakfast and headed to my office.

I immediately started working to finish as early as possible so I can leave.

I haven't seen my sweetheart for two f*****g days.

The day dragged slowly, at six pm I reached the parking lot.

I opened my car door only for something hammered on my back.

I winced and turned around quickly.

I managed to dodge another hit.

He was continuously starting to attack me by using an iron rod.

I tried to dodged but got hit on the stomach that felt like a f*****g blow.

I grabbed his hand and twisted it causing the rod to fall down.

I punched him repeatedly and kicked in his gut.

That bastard stabbed his pocket knife in my shoulder.

I groaned and my grip loosened.

He pushed me and punched me.

A metallic taste fill my mouth.

I spit it out and blocked his another punch.

My wound was throbbing.

I gripped his neck.

I pulled out a gun from his back pocket and fired it hoping the guards will hear.

Hearing the gunshot, guards came running holding guns.

They held that bastard.

I growled angrily.

"How did this motherfucker entered here with all the security in here? "

"Boss, we didn't hear any security alarm or spotted anyone trespassing. We have no idea how he entered. "

I cursed.

"take this fucker to the basement, I will deal with him later. Don't let him die. I need to have an important talk with him. "I punched him and continued,

" You are going to regret every single day you have left. you signed your death wish when you decided to cross me. "

The guards took him away.

I started to feel dizzy maybe because of the loss of blood from injuries.

I called Leonardo.

"Some bastard tried to kill me at the company's parking lot.

"what the f**k? Are you okay? "

"I don't think so. he stabbed me with his pocket knife in the stomach and shoulder."

" s**t, I am on my way. Sit in your car till I come."

" Come fast." I groaned feeling my wounds throbbing.

After ten to fifteen minutes, I saw familiar car.

Leonardo got out hurriedly running towards me.

I was half-conscious

I closed my eyes, hearing Leonardo calling my name as I felled into darkness.

I opened my eyes feeling headache.

I found myself in my bedroom.

my head was wrapped with a bandage along with my stomach and shoulder.

Leonardo and Tristan entered the room with Harrison.

He is a doctor and a very good friend of mine.

We always go to him when anyone in the group get injured during any fights.

He knows about our mafia business.

He came to me smiling gently, shaking my hand slightly.

"How are you feeling buddy? " He asked.

"I just have a slight headache. it's nothing,"

"Oh s**t!" I immediately cursed after remembering something.

I checked the time.

It was 9am in morning.

Fuck!

Mercedes.

She must have waited for me and I didn't show up.

I checked my phone and cursed seeing messages and missed calls from Mercedes.

Your cellphone died so I kept it on charge while you were unconscious.

I groaned and tried to get up but winced, feeling pain in my ribs.

"Hey dude, don't move too much. Your injuries requires healing, just tell us if you want something. "

"Should I tell Christina to inform Mercedes why you couldn't came? " Leonardo asked.

"No don't."

"Why? " He frowned.

"I don't want her to get worried. "

Leonardo rolled his eyes,

" But she must have misunderstood you. "

"Let it be, I will clear everything afterwards. "

Tristan shook his head and said.

"I am going to the office to check the CCTV footage, if there is something useful we can find. "

"Okay. Call me if you find anything. "

He nodded and left.

I leaned back against the headboard watching my sweetheart's pictures in my mobile.

I miss her.

Tristan p.o.v

This i***t motherfucker!

He think that it is better not tell Mercedes anything.

He is dumb as hell.

Mercedes must be feeling hurt because of this.

She might not know what to do or what to think about in this situation.

She is a sweet and simple minded lady.

She must be very worried than being hurt.

Alessandro has never behaved like this as he has treated Mercedes.

Only her is capable of bringing out this gentle side of Alessandro.

Only she can keep him sane.

I left Alessandro's house and headed to Mercedes cafe.

Mercedes p.o.v

I woke up at six am and checked my phone again hoping to see any calls or messages from Alessandro.

But I got nothing.

I dropped my phone on the bed and went to the bathroom to do my morning routine.

I looked at myself in the mirror.

My eyes were swollen from crying .

My hair was messy and I had a dull face.

I sighed and splashed some cold water on my face.

After showered, I changed into some shirt and trouser. I wasn't in the mood of choosing outfit.

I made it to kitchen and and decided to prepare Omelette and grilled sausages.

I prepared breakfast and Christina came all ready for the day.

"How are you feeling now? " She asked.

"Okay, I guess. " I tried to smile.

She hugged me.

"let's eat breakfast and leave for the cafe."

I mumbled on her shirt.

She nodded and sat down.

We ate them cleaned up and left for the cafe.

We entered the cafe and Santiago came and hugged me.

"Christina told me everything. The guy is a jerk. You can take the day off." He rubbed my back.

I pulled out and gave him a small smile.

"I am okay. I will change my clothes and start working. "

I changed and started working.

I was serving a customer when Christina called me.

I looked that way to see Christina glaring at Tristan, who telling her something.

I rushed towards them and they stopped talking as I reached there.

"What happened? " I asked hoping to find out something.

"You need to come with me. " He said calmly.

I got worried.

"Please tell me what is the matter? I am getting worried. "

"Alessandro got attacked yesterday maybe by some arm robber. That was why he couldn't the came for date. He got stabbed in the stomach and shoulder but now he is stable. He didn't want to tell you but I thought you should be by his side, that is why I came to bring you to him."

I froze and listened to the Tristan.

Tears gathered in my eyes as my hands were shaking.

"I want to go to him. " I mumbled.

I need to see if he is okay with my eyes.

Christina held my hand rubbing it softly.

"Go with him. I and Santiago will manage. "

I nodded and followed Tristan out.

We got into the car and Tristan drove to I think Alessandro's place.

I looked out of the window, fidgeting with my fingers.

"We will get there in ten minutes, relax. "

I nod slightly, tapping my feet.

She sighed and concentrated on the road.

We arrived and I gasped looking at the huge house in front of me.

I was in awe.

It is a freaking giant mansion.

Tristan instructed me follow him.

I followed him inside the mansion.

I was beyond nervous on how he will react.

We reached a certain room, I think it is Alessandro's room.

Tristan opened the door and I saw Alessandro's widened eyes meeting mine.

Tristan told Leonardo and some unfamiliar guy to leave us alone and they left leaving just the two of us.

I looked at him.

Bandages wrapped around his head, torso and shoulder.

He still managed to look good.

I slowly walked towards his bed and stand in front of his bed.

My eyes filled with tears looking at his injuries.

I sat down and wrapped my arms around his neck hugging him carefully so as not to touch his injuries.

"Why didn't you tell me? I was worried."

"That is the reason I didn't wanted to tell you. "

I sniffled.

"what if something worse had happened to you." I shuddered at the unpleasant thought.

He tightened his arms around me, holding me close.

He pulled away slightly and kissed my forehead.

He rubbed my back soothingly.

I snuggled in his neck,inhaling his musky scent.

Relief and calmness washed over me.

"I am perfectly fine sweetheart." He said softly.

I pulled away and frowned.

"you are wrapped in bandages and you are telling me you are fine. " I crossed my arms over my chest.

Alessandro P.o.v

I looked at my sweetheart amused.

She looks so cute when she is angry with her squinted eyes.

"Is my sweetheart angry? " I asked amused.

She huffed and pout.

I cooed, pulling her to sit beside me.

I rubbed my thumb on her hand softly.

"Thank me later, you fool. " Tristan smirked as three of them entered the room.

I rolled my eyes.

"shut up you fucker."

Mercedes smacked my hand slightly.

"I am able to come here because of him or I wouldn't have known what happened. " She said frowning at me.

Harrison and Leonardo chuckled.

I glared at them as I groaned and cracked my neck.

"Hey, I am Harrison, Alessandro's good friend and I am a doctor. "

"I am Mercedes. Is he alright now? "

My heart warmed.

Harrison smiled and nodded.

"He is fine now. "

"Have you eaten anything? "She asked me.

"I was going to tell the maid to prepare something. "

"No, I will prepare chicken soup for you. It is good in this condition. You are not to eat any heavy or greasy food."

"Sweetheart, the maid can prepare the soup. You don't need to do it."

"Alessandro, I want to cook it." She looked at me hopefully.

I sighed and gave up.

"Fine, Tristan can show you the kitchen. "

They left.

"She likes and care about you. " Leonardo said smiling.

I smiled not knowing what to say.

"She is kind and sweet." Harrison said smirking.

"She is mine. " I growled and glare at him.

He raised his hands in surrender.

Leonardo chuckled.

We continued to talk and argue stupidly.

*Time Skip*

Mercedes came into the room, holding a tray with a bowl of soup, bowl of cut fruits and a glass of water.

She kept the tray on my lap.

I drank a spoonful of the soup, amazed at its delicious taste.

I have never eaten a chicken soup that it was this good.

"It tastes heavenly sweetheart. " I complimented.

She smiled.

"I used my mom's recipe."

I smiled fondly at her and finished the soup and fruit bowl instantly.

She handed me medicines and water.

I took the pills and drank the water.

"We are going buddy, take care. " Harrison said.

"Okay, see you soon."

We shook hands and they left.

"You want to take a nap? "She asked softly.

"Only if you cuddle me... " I said smiling.

She blushed and nodded her head slightly.

I shifted to make space for her.

She got inside the covers. I put her head on my chest and wrapped my arms around her waist.

She snuggled close to me, wrapping her arms gently around my torso.

I placed long kiss on her forehead and closed my eyes contently.

This feels right.

My sweetheart in my arms, wrapped in a warm embrace.

I felt the emptiness I always feel disappeared.

I feel complete and contented.

The piece that I have been missing, I found it.

It's my sweetheart.

My baby that is sleeping in my arms.

I tightened my hold around her and fall asleep peacefully.