Prince of Chaos (Boston Bloodlines Book 2) by Ivy Wild

Author:Ivy Wild [Wild, Ivy]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2023-11-02T16:00:00+00:00

Hi mija, we're doing our best. Safe for now, and that's what's important.

Can you guys go out? How's Sofia doing?

Staying inside mostly, but don't worry about us. Your sister misses her friends and school, but she's holding up. We love you. Be strong.

Tears fill my eyes as I read her message. I know they're trying to protect me by hiding their struggles, but it only makes me feel more helpless and isolated.

Love you too.

I wipe away the tears streaming down my cheeks.

The door to my room opens gently, and Evelyn and Isabella walk in. Their faces immediately crease with concern as they take in my tear-streaked face. I jump up from my bed and rush to the door, peeking into the hallway to make sure Giovanni isn't lurking nearby. They exchange puzzled glances as I scrutinize every corner of the room, searching for any hidden listening devices.

"Hey, Lulu," Evelyn says softly, her eyes full of empathy. "What's going on? Why are you so jumpy?"

I hesitate, biting my lip. I can't tell them about the GPS implant in my shoulder; I don't know how they'd react, or if it could somehow be used against me. Instead, I offer a vague explanation. "It's just... I found out something about Giovanni that's made me really wary of him."

"Care to share?" Isabella asks, sensing my reluctance.

"Can we sit?" I suggest, motioning towards the cozy armchairs near the window.

Isabella clears her throat, leaning forward with her elbows on her knees. "Listen, Lulu, when I first started working for Primo, he was distant and even downright nasty. He didn't trust me to handle his murder trial. But over time, he showed his true colors –" She pauses to smile at the memory. "The boys may seem gruff on the outside, except for Teddy, of course, but underneath, they're caring and good guys."

I nod, trying to process her words, but my heart refuses to accept the possibility that Giovanni might be different. "I understand what you're saying, Isabella, but what Giovanni did... I don't think it can ever be forgiven."

Her gaze softens, and she reaches for my hand. "I don't know what happened, and I won't push you to tell me, but whatever it is, I'm sure he has his reasons."

"Maybe," I murmur, though doubt coils in the pit of my stomach like a snake ready to strike.

As we sit there, the sun rising higher in the sky, I can't help but feel the weight of my family's situation pressing down on me. Their safety rests on my shoulders, and I won't let Giovanni keep me helpless any longer. No matter how Isabella tries to defend him, I can't trust him – not when so much is at stake.

I make small talk with the sisters for another few minutes. Sensing my unease, Evelyn guides the conversation back to why they're here.

"Okay," Evelyn says, her voice gentle but firm as she approaches my side. "Let's see how you're doing." She sets her medical bag down on the table and pulls out a stethoscope, draping it around her neck.

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