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

Chapter 359

The party was in full swing. Many families were present, and as usual, they were all impressed with the party. What can I say? That was just the way the Morales’ wanted it.

Many claimed being the center of attention is not something to be proud of in this business, but dad disagreed. He wanted all the attention he could get, and rightfully so.

“It’s too bad the Marinos couldn’t make it.” Vince’s uncle, Bruno, spoke. “I’m sure this party would bring them to embarrassment.”

We were seated at the unique birthday table reserved for Vince’s family and mine. Anyone with a set of eyes could see that an announcement of our engagement would be the next step as the rumors had already spread.

“Oh, please.” Dad had a smug smile on his lips. “The Morales’ have a good relationship with the Marinos so let’s not talk about them today.”

I didn’t know much about the Marinos, other than the rumors about them taking over the Garcias’ rank after the late Fabio Garcia had single-handedly ruined his name.

I smiled brightly, staring at Vince-but his attention was not with me. He was staring at the table in from. of us, right at Serena-and he didn’t even try to hide it

A jealous feeling went through my veins as I watched how the gorgeous woman lit up the room with her innocent looks and sweet laughter. She conversed with the dress thief, Carmen, and Stella Alfonzo, who was so obsessed with her sister-in-law that she hadn’t even congratulated me appropriately.

I cleared my throat. “Vince, how do you like the party?”

“I have never seen anything like this before.” Vince’s answer sounded rehearsed. “The party reminds me of you.”

That was a compliment.

“Well, you better get used to it.” Dad leaned forward, eavesdropping on our conversation. “I expect the same for my grandchildren.”

“Daddy!”

“What? Just putting it out there.”“

Bruno and dad were in some kind of competition to see who could laugh louder while Vince slightly rolled his eyes. “Did you hear that, Luis?” I heard him ask his brother, but the only thing Luis had time for was his gaming device.

“I’m sorry. I’m sure my dad didn’t mean to make you uncomfortable.” I apologized almost immediately after noticing not a single chuckle left his mouth.

Vince ignored my apology and got up from his chair. “So Aria, have you met my best friend-Beau?” He pointed to a man at the bar.

I had heard some questionable things about him and knew he was Serena’s twin brother, but I was not interested in meeting him. I was only interested in Vince.

“No, not yet-

“Good, let’s go.” Vince pulled me from my chair, dragging me through the room to the bar. I didn’t question his intentions and felt grateful enough for getting the opportunity to hold his hand.

He smiled warmly and disconnected our hands to tap his friend on the shoulder. “Beau.”

The man turned around with a warm smile and pulled Vince in his embrace. “What’s up.” He spoke, ignoring my presence. “What can I do for you?”

Vince shook his head. “Nothing.” He chuckled. I just wanted to introduce you to the birthday girl?”

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“Your fiancee?” Beau released a fake gasp, looking at me as if he wasn’t aware of my presence. He grabbed my hand and brought it to his lips. “Nice to meet you, your highness.”

I pulled back my hand as the two burst out laughing, realizing they were mocking me. The mischief in Beau’s eyes left a bigger impression than his handsome looks. I didn’t like him, he didn’t like me and was out to be a red flag in this relationship.

she’s a princess.” He squinted his eyes, inspecting the tiniest detalls on my face. “So what does it feel like, ordering

“I’m sorry, what?”

and slammed his arm around his shoulder. “Don’t listen to him. He’s not serious.

wondering if it was some kind inside joke

person, but I could already tell I would dislike this man for getting in my way. Had

I’ll just step out for a second because I’m sure the two of you have much to talk about.”

out. “She’s not a sack of potatoes.”

you.” I blurted, thinking he might not be that

up. “Just pick her up before curfew!” He yelled at

forgot you turned twenty-one today.” He let out a fake gasp. “My bad.”

was really starting to

face? I’m just playing with you.” He nudged

that, and there’s nothing with my face,” I smiled, trying to stay polite. I was really trying to be friendly and didn’t come

know Vince again?” I

the two of

bar. “I used to work for

you work for the

“At Christian’s side.”

did their

falling out after his

He looked offended. “I’m just working for

all.

was disloyal and wasn’t needed in

working for your own family, who’s almost just as influential as the Lambertis, or working for Vince, who you claim is your best friend and could really use the help-you work

like

my hand, stopping him the exact way he had done to

“Says who?”

I added fuel to the fire as

could see was anger and that’s when I knew I had him right

any circumstances, and would bring up

without hearing someone else’s side of the story. Beau tried

haven’t walked up to them once-so I don’t think people are lying.” I shrugged, looking at the Salas-specifically the woman who had not

blinked. “I’m sorry, have I done something to you

by making fun

from a distance, and

“That’s funny. I feel the same about you

cleaning Vince’s circle anyway, and now I

start.”

if he was threatening me, and wrapped

and gentle, but the look

scene. It was inappropriate for my fiance’s friend

from, and you might be of value to Vince-but not to me.” He said. “I don’t care who you are, who you will be, or who your dad is. I won’t

these families came as bold as they could be and did not

really need you to step back, or I’ll tell

a flying fuck about you or your

my heart shatter, but I held my own-not showing any despair. “And what did he say?”