Forbidden Temptation My Mafia Fiance's Alpha Father

Chapter 18

Chapter 18

Brooklyn

I am the last to arrive.

"Brooklyn," Jolie gasps, and my head snaps directly to look at her. She's seated on a plush couch, her clothing torn and her face smeared with makeup.

At least whatever damage Davis did to her wasn't permanent and she was able to heal quickly.

I take a few steps towards her but Aden, standing by the fireplace, clears his throat. I hold myself back, knowing I have a part to play.

I look between Jolie and my dad, who is seated next to her.

"Brooklyn," my dad gasps, taking in my gorgeous dress, my polished countenance. "Are you..."

"I'm fine," I say, setting my shoulders back.

"Please," my father says, turning his attention to Aden. "Let them go. Take me. I'll take whatever punishment

"No," Aden cuts in, not even looking at him, just staring at me. His green eyes slice into me, his wolf flashing with an emotion I can't place. "You're worthless to me."

"Stephen," I say, internally cringing at hearing myself use my father's given name. "I can't forgive you for your betrayal."

His mouth falls open.

him, is baffled. "Brooklyn, what are you

me away from my real

been scraping by, I could have had yachts, private planes,

Aden's gaze sits heavy on my shoulders. This is the only way I can save them. Aden Kenwood is too powerful -if I cross him, there will be hell to pay. I

only hope my

mouth falls open

says, devastated. "We can

but I paint a sneer on my

What's

want, I'm sure it can

few days ago. I know

head at me. "No, this

turn on her and

would I want to go

you, a stripper and

I

all

arms to indicate

I slowly cross the room and stand next

family's faces

my boyfriend's father. Did I forget to mention that Hudson and

around my shoulders, claiming me as part of his family now.