Let Me Go, My Mafia Husband by Paga Slayer

Chapter 22 Alessandro Again

Mia took a slow sip of her drink, savoring the taste. "I'm working on your apartment, and it will be finished soon," she told Lord Alexander, her eyes twinkling with confidence.

Lord Alexander swirled the ice in his scotch glass lazily, his gaze fixed on the amber liquid. "Take your time, Mia. I'm in no hurry," he replied, his voice calm and unhurried. "My reputation is to deliver projects on time, Alexander," Mia said, smiling.

Lord Alexander chuckled, nodding. "You are very hardworking and talented, Mia, I must admit.

"That's why you want me to design your home, Alexander," Mia shrugged, feeling at ease.

Talking with the Duke felt as natural as chatting with family. She had known him for always, it seemed. Lord Alexander felt the same. It was this connection that made him different with her, softening his usual cold and serious demeanor. It made others wonder if this truly was the same ruthless Lord Alexander Montecarlo they knew.

Suddenly, Lord Alexander's phone began ringing, and he took a look at the caller ID.

"Excuse me, ladies," he said, getting up and finishing his drink in one large gulp. "I have to leave. But you enjoy the evening and feel free to call me if you need anything."

"Thank you,

Lord Alexander," Emily said, bowing slightly and smiling as she curtseyed.

"You're more than welcome, Miss Yang." Lord Alexander nodded. Turning to Mia, he added, "See you later..." He paused, his observing eyes fixed on Mia's face before he continued, ...Mia."

"Sure!" Mia replied, getting up to her feet and waiting for Lord Alexander to turn and leave. As soon as the Duke was out of sight, Emily and Mia both slumped onto the sofa and let out a breath of relief.

"God, Lord Alexander has such an intimidating aura. I couldn't enjoy my drink the whole time he was here," Emily admitted with a loud exhale, finishing her drink and motioning to the waitress for another one. "No!" Mia protested, narrowing her eyes. "He is not that intimidating. I found him very cool."

Oh, oh! Ma'am! Do you like him?" Emily bumped Mia's shoulder with hers, a mischievous. grin spreading across her face. "Should I tell Adam to be ready for more competition from the Duke of Monaco?" 'Shut up!" Mia shook her head, giggling. "I don't feel at

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closer, peering into Mia's eyes as if trying to read

squinted, staring back at

Finished

to the side,

home," Mia suggested, making

let us rest, not

is very herself, so tonight is all- get until my boss demands me to work my ass off until I pass out," Emily ranted in one

women danced their hearts out and enjoyed their evening. After a while, when both were drenched in sweat and tired, they decided to call it a night and return

at this time," groaned as yet

you call Lord Alexander? I'm sure he would be happy

he is our prestigious client, and we already owe him favors. I can't bother him at this hour of the night,"

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we have to walk home tonight then," Emily pouted

we will get a ride," Mia mumbled again checking the app on her phone in

find a taxi, four SUVS appeared out of nowhere and surrounded them, blocking their way. Sensing something was wrong, Mia grabbed Emily's hand and pulled her behind

out of the cars. It felt like déjà vu, a chilling reminder of six years ago

push past them. One of the goons shoved her back and barked, "Mia Peterson, you have to

yelled, hoping

no one's coming to save you,

you want?" Mia

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