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

Chapter 347

Chapter 347

The sun fell perfectly on my skin as I lounged by the poolside in our family yard, with Rona and Victoria by my side.

Everything was peaceful, so peaceful I couldn’t even believe it was real. Life had gone back to the way it use to as this was how we used to spend our days in the past.

My bond with dad had improved so much, we hadn’t argued since I had gotten back.

Victoria’s voice cut through the peaceful silence. “Do you think I should reply to Victor’s text?” A blush reached her cheeks.

“I think you should!” Rona who had been informed about everything told her.

It was quite amusing, considering Victoria had insisted I stay away from Marvin and it had even impacted our friendship. Now she was the one after the bad guy.

Still, I couldn’t help but feel happy for her. She deserved this happiness, this chance at love.

The two matched each other perfectly. They were both bossy, stubborn, and almost shared the same

name.

My mind involuntarily wandered back to Marvin. His curious eyes, his sweet voice, his smile. The memories were still fresh, but I shook off the thoughts, reminding myself of the present.

Knowing everything had been taken care of regarding Panther, as Lucas had mentioned, I didn’t have to worry about any of that anymore.

The sound of the backyard gate creaking open caught my attention. Lucas walked in, his signature grin plastered on his face.

these days, our bond having grown from mere acquaintances to good friends. We were together almost every day, each

this late, you didn’t have to come at all!” I yelled out, teasing him.

mischievous smile, and ran to scoop me up

I pleaded. “I’m sorry,

needs a dip. You talk too much.” He

it!” Rona agreed.

been this annoying all

Lucas followed through with his threat, throwing me into the

was only fair that I share the refreshing experience with Lucas, and before

me into the water.” Lucas mocked me, clapping his hands like one would do

a child. “What an

scene with a tray of snacks and drinks in his hands. “Uh?” He pointed at me and Lucas who

waved us off.

his head. Every time he would see me do something ‘normal,’ he would carry that succeeded smile. A smile that said everything was okay, including

Dad spoke, and Rona and Victoria followed him.

yawned, getting out of the pool. I grabbed my towel and

Lucas sat beside me. “Nothing new of

yeah.” I rolled my eyes. “Why were you late?” I

his connection to the Castillos, to Marvin. “He’s doing fine, by the

too fresh to

acknowledged, “but you should know, I heard he saved Rona’s bar from going

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