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.”

not!” Tiago shook his head. “I just I can’t look

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

I grabbed the music box and wandered my finger over the top, admiring the antique-looking music box. “It’s beautiful.” I smiled.

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

don’t say that,”

down on the bed. “Dad cheated on mom, and I have a brother….his

Tiago. “I

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

that’s not true,” I whispered. “Who told you

“Tiago.” I

his head. The sweat was almost dripping from his forehead. “I

like the last time. Whoever had control of Tiago was the one who was truly

this house keeping you quiet?”

need to leave before

someone in this

do with the thing you did which

you’re talking about. Please leave.”

“Tiago-

his reaction while the door flew open, revealing Marvin. In a split second, he pushed me behind him and

wall. Seeing Marvin, who was known to hold back his feelings losing his temper, made me feel guilty.

rushed to Marvin and pulled

as he turned around to face me. “Are you okay?” He cupped my

“No, I’m fine.”

“Are you sure-”

I reassured Marvin as I looked over his shoulder to peek at Tiago. He seemed genuinely shocked by his actions and

to protect me from Tiago. “I do not want you near her…ever

on. Let’s go.”

over his face. I shot him one final look before Marvin placed his hand behind my back and pushed

I was probably never

I had was a music

was not a good idea.” Marvin pointed out in the elevator. Thanks for pointing out the obvious. I was only trying to clear his

I wondered. Marvin shot

coming along. Of course, he was. Those two were practically

even follows me to the bathroom sometimes.” Marvin joked. I laughed at his attempt and nudged his shoulder. “I’ll take that as a

hand. “Oh, I’m saving this for Tiago until he’s ready to take it back, explained.

the elevator. We walked to the living room,

excited to see his family. Karina waved her hands

say goodbye to Elena,” Linda

Karina added. Marvin took an annoyed breath.

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

me with open arms and hugged my waist. “I’m going to visit you

“Thanks, cutie.”

joined Cisco and pulled me into an unexpected hug. “We should have a drink sometime!” She decided. Her personality was still

dad. Too bad he hated the Castillo’s

let’s go!” She pulled Cisco’s hand as Marvin let out an exaggerated breath. “Ah,

out of the living room. Despite everything, the two seemed to have a good relationship. Seeing the two of them interact

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

Rightfully so.

Marvin denied. “The house has been ready for

shrugged her shoulders and sighed. “It was really nice to have