His Promise: The Mafia’s Babies by C. Tamika

Chapter 181

Unlike Christian’s expectations, the drive to the hospital was as quiet as it could be, with the only sound being Siena’s babbling.

“So, how did you like the family?” Christian asked but felt stupid right after. It almost sounded as the weather is nice today, but he couldn’t take the silence anymore.

“Good…good.” Dario nodded. “Everyone was nice. Grandpa is so much different from what I expected. Grandma is also nice-and your mom? The best-

“My mom?” Christian laughed. Not many people liked Cesca, and he was aware of it. Sometimes he didn’t even know how he felt about her. “That’s a first. The majority dislikes her.”

Dario had a surprised look on his face. “Why?

“I don’t know where I should start, Christian replied. Knowing his mom, there was probably an entire list of reasons why people were not that fond of Cesca.

“She seems to love your dad a lot.” Dario noticed.

Yes, they are each other’s everything.” Christian chuckled. “There was a time I used to think that she didn’t love him, but she loves him beyond words. She isn’t that affectionate, but she shows it with her

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“And her eyes,” Dario commented as he looked over at Christian. “The way your parents look at each other…it’s the same way you and Serena look at each other.”

Christian tightened his grip around the steering wheel and tried to remain calm. He felt insecure by just hearing him speak about her, and it bothered him, but there was not a lot he could do. Dario was his cousin and making him feel like part of the family was his priority.

“Is that so?” Christian spoke, sarcastic. He felt relieved to see they had already arrived at the hospital and was eager to get out of the car. It was hard to interact with his cousin when all he mentioned was Serena. “We’re here.”

“We are,” Dario sighed. “It’s been a long time since I’ve been at a hospital-the elevators scare me.”

Christian had an amused look on his face and turned his head to look at Dario. “You too?” He asked in disbelief. “My dad and I don’t like them either!”

“Must be some family thing” Dario grinned. Not long after, the two made their way into the hospital and were headed towards Dana’s room. “Guess what? You get to push the stroller again!” Christian teased him as he pushed the stroller into Dario’s hands.

“Why are you always letting someone else push it?” Dario nervously asked. “Are you allergic to the material?”

“No.” Christian chuckled. He ordered Beau to push it because he felt as if it was his job to prepare him for fatherhood, but with Dario it was different. “I’m just asking you, because Siena is also your cousin.”

Dario looked down at Siena with a smile on his face as he took in Christian’s words and realized he was allowing him to be part of the family, Christian trusted him with Siena, and that was a lot. “I get it.”

“But shouldn’t we at least bring a present?” Dario wondered.

“No.” Christian shook his head. “Dana emptied all the stores already. My brother said no more presents.”

“I heard Gio is the coldest out of the three,” Dario spoke. It was well known that Gio was rude, grumpy. and angry all the time-but it wasn’t like that anymore. “He has changed…it’s because of Serena, Christian informed him.

The same brother he used to avoid had changed into a kind and reliable person, and everyone could thank Serena for that.

“I sec.”

“Just don’t look at him the wrong way, don’t say anything offensive, don’t do anything offensive-and oh

– Christian began. “Don’t flirt with his wife. He will kill you.”

“I got it.” Dario breathed. Christian knew that his brother was nothing like him and would not hesitate to kill his cousin. “Look, we’re here.” Christian smiled as he knocked on the door.

you some time.” Gio chuckled as he made his way over to look at Siena. “Look who’s in a good mood as always.” He cooed

everything for a reason. He wanted his brother to focus on Dana and his

so Christian could take a better look at

into Christian’s direction, but he could dodge it just in time. “I can’t

indeed people he shouldn’t

ask for Gio’s attention and stared at his cousin, who seemed to ignore his

presence.

Pia?” Christian wondered. Gio pointed to the curtains. “Playing doctor.”

full. “I’m Dana. Nice to meet you!” She introduced herself. Gio was finally able to meet Dario’s eyes and gave him

you a hug.” He commented and handed the baby over to Dana. “H-hug?”

aside Siena’s stroller and opened his arms to pull Dario into a hug. “Yes, of course-I don’t like Johnny or Luca, but there

and looked behind him to talk to his wife.

shook her head.

sighed. Dario was confused and didn’t know what to make out of it.

kid he once knew, but Johnny

lying” Christian interrupted his brother. “Johnny’s my favorite cousin-yes, he’s a bit odd sometimes, but

he’s classier and better than all of us,” Gio complained. “The guy eats his hamburger with a knife and fork.

need him to calm down. He’s not from the

made a quick

a deep breath. The Lamberti’s were just as his mom described

in a hurry, but before Dario could answer, his head was already

behind the curtain and made their way to Christian. Gigi ran

for a second as he thought about his uncle’s nickname, but quickly recovered himself and pulled the two girls into a hug. “I missed you so much.” He smiled and

doing, but all the baby could do was laugh. “So you’re also just as loud

who had a startled look on his face and almost cringed at the idea of the two-year-old getting too close. “Up!” She demanded with a pout

Gio rolled his eyes while Dario

she pointed her finger at Dario. Christian picked her up, while Gigi didn’t hesitate and placed her hand on Dario’s

is pretty and he looks like

he’s your uncle.” Gio correctly her. Christian observed Dario and noticed how overwhelmed he was by the presence

he have money to buy us ice cream?” Gigi asked with a hopeful look on her face. Dario looked right into the eyes

know, ask him.”

He grew up in a quiet environment and never experienced. something like

do you have

his throat and looked from Christian to Gio, who were also waiting

reaction and could still not believe that there was a time where he didn’t like the guy. Dario wasn’t the cold person he thought he’d be, no. Christian thought he

Gio suggested. Christian shrugged and gave him a nod. “Come on, let’s get the two

the two made their way to the cafeteria. “Yes,” Christian smiled. “You’ll get used

Pia’s eyes. She was glued to Dario and buried her head in his shoulder. “Pia, this or this?”

talk!” She spoke to his surprise.

you’re still two. Christian corrected her. “Come

want a strawberry ice cream cone with sprinkles!” Pia spoke without a

the same!” Gigi told Christian.

from Christian to Pia. How can she talk

his face. “You really

face and shrugged his shoulders. “Well, I never worked

so excuse me.”