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

Chapter 312

Elena

“Elena, did you pack everything?” Marvin stuck his head through the door. I could not even begin to explain the surprise when Marvin practically forced me to pack my suitcases because we were moving.

The surprise didn’t end there because I had nearly lost my balance after Marvin told me that ‘officer’ Lucas was actually Mario’s Castillo’s son.I was not going to lie. That was enough for me to agree to move out as I did not want to get involved with family drama which did absolutely not concern me.

Tiago, on the other hand, was a different case, and I had yet to speak with him. “Yes, I’m ready!” I told Marvin, pushing my suitcases out the door.

I was still trying to wrap my head around this matter and could not believe a family was more dysfunctional than mine. “Wait…before we go….” I stopped in my steps.

Marvin turned around. “Yes?”

“Can I speak to Tiago?” I spoke, avoiding his eyes. I had to see Tiago, and he had to give me à name-there was no other way.

“Tiago?” Marvin spoke, stunned.

“Y-yes, I don’t think Linda would mind.” I made up. “I just want to say goodbye to him.”

I could sense a slight hint of annoyance. “Elena, we’re moving down the street,” Marvin argued. I looked at him with puppy eyes, refusing to back down, and surprisingly enough, it seemed to have worked.

“Okay, I’ll take you to him.” Marvin gave in. He forced my suitcases to one of the maids and grabbed my hand. “Thank you.”

“Don’t thank me.” Marvin sighed. “He’s in his old room, clearing out Anya’s stuff.”

Clearing out Anya’s stuff? It had been a while since Anya’s death, so it was understandable that Tiago could not find the courage.I felt bad for him.

“I have to warn you, though. He’s a bit sensitive.” Marvin spoke.

“We’ll be fine,” I reassured him as we stood in front of a closed door. Marvin eyed me suspiciously. “Hmm. okay.”

The same maid who used to guard Tiago’s room stood in front of the door and looked from me to Marvin. “Y-your brother doesn’t want anyone to disturb him, s-sir.” She managed to get out.She seemed to be afraid of Marvin.

“Tiago, you have a visitor!” Marvin knocked on the door, ignoring Tiago’s request. It remained silent, and there was no answer.

“It’s Elena?” Marvin tried once again before the door was opened, revealing Tiago. He stared at me with big eyes. “Is it true? Are you leaving?”

I released myself from Marvin’s grip and entered the room while Tiago closed the door in his face. “Not him. He annoys me.” He shook his head. “I can hear you!” Marvin called out.

Unfortunately, Tiago did not look good, and it was most likely due to lack of sleep. I bet he wasn’t that

happy with his new brother.

“Hey, Tiago.” I greeted him, pulling him into a hug. At least he showered, I guess. “How are you doing?”

“I want to give this to you. It was Anya’s.” Tiago grabbed a ballerina music box on the nightstand. “She was obsessed with this thing.” He smiled. “Which is why I want you to have it.”

Was he crazy?

“I-I can’t accept this!” I backed away. “You should keep it or bring it to her family-but I can’t accept this.”

Tiago scoffed. “Then it’s going into the trash because I can’t look at it any longer.” He spoke. “This stupid thing reminds me of her.”

“But Tiago.” I reached out to hold his hand. “That’s a good thing. You should not forget about Anya.”

head. “I just I can’t look at this

it!” I cut him off. “I’ll keep it for you until you’re ready to take it

the top, admiring the antique-looking music box. “It’s beautiful.” I smiled. “I can understand why she was obsessed with

on his lips. “She cared more for that stupid thing than she cared

say

cheated on mom, and I have a brother….his name is Lucas?”

I joined Tiago. “I am so

have to find a way to get to him first.” Tiago continued, balling his fist. His statement scared the living crap out of

true,” I whispered. “Who told you

the bed and looked at me with a terrified expression on his face. “Tiago.” I stepped closer. “The last time we spoke, you were

sweat was almost dripping

time. Whoever had control of Tiago was the one who was

keeping you quiet?” I asked. “Are you still not

be here. You need to leave before that thing

this household?” I carried

to do with the thing you did which affected

don’t know what you’re

“Tiago-

Tiago yelled at me. I flinched at his reaction while the door flew open, revealing Marvin. In a split second, he pushed me behind him and grabbed Tiago by

you!” He pushed him against the wall. Seeing Marvin, who was known to hold

and pulled

me. “Are you okay?”

“No, I’m fine.”

“Are you sure-”

genuinely shocked by his actions and

his arm to protect me from Tiago. “I do not want

on. Let’s

written all over his face. I shot him one final look before

I had no name, and I was

I had was a music box which didn’t even belong to

for pointing out the obvious. I was only trying to clear his name, so my dad would

in with us?” I wondered. Marvin shot me a look saying, are you

was. Those two were practically glued to each other, and he was

at his attempt and nudged his shoulder.

I’m saving this

chuckled, leading me out of the elevator. We walked to the living room, where Linda, Karina, and Cisco had been

family. Karina waved her hands at me while Linda gave me a nod.

to say goodbye to Elena,”

Marvin took an annoyed breath. “We’re literally moving

did not have the time or energy to correct Karina, and I didn’t mind. I was going to be her sister- in-law one day, at least-that’s

with open arms and hugged my waist. “I’m going to visit you every day, Elena!” He spoke

“Thanks, cutie.”

pulled me into an unexpected hug. “We should have a drink sometime!” She decided. Her

the Castillo’s because

late for my manicure. Cisco, let’s go!” She pulled Cisco’s hand as Marvin let out an exaggerated breath. “Ah, you’re taking

mimicked her brother as she walked out of the living room. Despite everything, the two seemed to have a good relationship. Seeing the two of

cleared her throat. “This is because of that, Lucas, isn’t it?” She concluded. “You’re leaving because

Rightfully so.

house has been ready for

really nice to have you here, Elena.” She stepped closer and held my hand.