Chapter 52 Aware of everything

“How come, this is a joke, right?” Alfredo was in disbelief, there was something huge going on. Everything was falling apart.

“I'm afraid this is bad… the factory blew up in flames, “Luciano's trusted manager said, lowering his gaze. Alfredo slammed his fist on the table, causing a loud sound. Which had the man trembling.

“Did… did you find out who did it?” he asked, narrowing his eyes into slits, something was happening right under his nose. And Alfredo was shaken. His family was in chaos. The media were going on about accusing them of all sorts of things.

“For now I have the team investigating the matter… within this week I'll find out the main culprit,” the man said. He was loyal to the Garcia's. His boss Luciano had been generous to him. The fact that Luciano's hard work was threatened bothered him.

“Keep me posted. I want the culprit behind bars… it seems they are daring us” Alfredo said sternly. He knew the same people who shot Luciano, stoned his mom, sent his sister to jail, and attempted a murder attack on him. The same people were now messing with the company.

“Test assured sir… I'll do my level best,” saying that, the man bowed slightly and prepared to walk out of the study room…just as he was about to walk out, the door opened and someone walked in.

"Lia,” Alfredo called out to his little sister. Tears lingered in her eyes as she ran to him. Both hugged each other tightly.

“I'm so glad you are here, baby dolls,” Alfredo muttered, tightening his grip around his little sister. She was delicate and more petite now. Who knew what had happened to his sister in that prison.

The fact that she was out made him happy, Lia broke into tears, wailing as she fisted her brother's coat.

“I'm… I'm so sorry bro, I didn't mean to cause so much trouble” Lia said in between wails. She didn't know her bad attitude would land her in prison. She didn't want her family to worry about her.

“It's okay, little one… I'm happy you are here with us” Alfredo remarked and pried her off his chest. Lia sniffled when Alfredo wiped her tears with his thumb.

“I'm ashamed… I promise to be good from now on” Lia mumbled, hating every bit she was called a slut in prison. They mocked her and attacked her. She wanted to avoid reporting the abuse she suffered in that prison.

“Be good… get some rest, okay” Alfredo said softly. His sister was innocent, just like him, she didn't know anything. She had suffered enough.

***

The next morning, Olivia was relaxing outside the pool area. After what she did the previous day. She was feeling pretty good herself. Yes, the stunt she pulled was risky.

By now, Antonia was shivering in some corner. Afraid of Olivia's ghost. She hated that family, Luciano would recover soon. But he wouldn't last long.

She made sure his life was shortened. Lai was out of prison. Zane informed her about that. Alfredo was nice to Sydney. He gave her a job, unfortunately, that didn't mean he was innocent. The Garcia family-owned Sydney to their life. For everything, they did to her. Her friend was hurting.

Thinking up about that, Olivia stretched her neck. She was wearing a pink swimsuit. Her hair was tied in a bun. Staring at the blue, sizzling water. It was a beautiful morning to relax.

After this, she had to meet Bianca. The woman had the guts to call her. Who knew where she got her phone number from.

“Relaxing” someone said, startling Olivia who nearly jumped out of her seat. Only to turn and see Pedro.

“Oh no… w-what are you doing here?” Olivia stuttered and tried to hide. She was naked, and the man was standing there in black shorts without a shirt. Averting her eyes from his seducing body. Olivia managed to drag the see-through skirt up her thighs.

“I came for a swim…any problem?” Pedro said, arching his brows. It was a lovely morning.

“This… this isn't your house,” Olivia said, not sure why Pedro was here. He liked trouble. Especially now when he didn't know what she did overnight.

“You should know… I'm aware of everything that goes on around here” the man said and stood before her. Olivia was troubled greatly, she tried to keep her gaze away, unfortunately she couldn't do that. Pedro's frame was difficult to ignore.

Especially when he looked hot and sexy standing under the bright shining sun. His hair was a little messy.

“I… I don't know what you are talking about,” Olivia said, yes he was a mafia, but she didn't like him…not even a little.

“Ms. Altamirano… Why don't you work for me… I won't ask twice,” Pedro remarked while stripping off his shorts. Olivia sucked in air and covered her eyes with her hands. Her heart thumped loudly against her chest, causing her pain.

“Hey… w-what are you doing?” she stammered, not sure why he was getting naked. Was he crazy or just lacked decency?

“One mistake… a different punishment… failure to do what I say… the cold room will be your fate," Pedro said and walked closer to him… Olivia was troubled, recalling that night in the cold room, she didn't want that again.

“Pedro, this is enough…” she didn't even finish her words when the man grabbed her hand and pulled her off the chair so much. A low gasp escaped her throat. Pedro's arm snaked around her waist. His palm was warm against her vulnerable skin.

“Sweetheart… you should know my patience is running out,” Pedro muttered and gripped her chin with his free hand… Olivia swallowed hard, feeling her knees weakening. Her chest rose and fell steadily. Being close to Pedro did unthinkable things to her.

The intensity in his eyes drew her in, arousing forbidden desires she would rather not feel. His touch soothed her flesh,

“Be mine forever…just mine Olivia,” he muttered, staring deep into her eyes. She didn't know what to say. Her tongue was moving, ready to speak, but unfortunately, she couldn't form words.

“I… I can't do that… it's… it's way…” she didn't even finish her sentence when he captured her mouth for a kiss, shutting her up. His actions were aggressive, his kiss animalistic, and Olivia was unable to keep up.

The way he gripped her waist and kissed her so much. So much anger and aggression. With lightning speed, he pulled her up until her legs wrapped around his waist. Before Olivia could register what was happening. Both landed in the pool and Olivia found herself naked and pressed against Pedro's hot body.