Forbidden Bite: Dark Mafia Romance: Forbidden Sin, #2

PROLOGUE

D A I S Y

From the very first moment I laid my eyes back on him, I knew I was hooked.

He hasn't changed one bit. At first, I was trying to convince myself that his presence didn't bother me.

Yeah, maybe his stubble was a little gruffer and his hair a little longer, but so what?

But when he parted those luscious lips to speak, and his deep voice was ringing in my ears, I had to hold on to something to not melt right then and there.

I still wonder how he holds so much power over me. How he controls me and how he knows everything about my mind, soul, and body. It's like he knows me just like the back of his hand.

He knows exactly what to do to have me at his mercy.

It was then that a little part of me admitted that I'm still not over him. That my heart hasn't fixed itself yet.

But as I observed him, something set me off into a wicked idea. I wondered how it felt like having him at my mercy.

I knew exactly how I would play him, and have him begging for more. I would destroy him, and leave him as broken as he left me. 

CHAPTER 1

D A I S Y

Fuck this shit!

I throw my books on the ground in frustration and rake a hand through my hair.

Today's my last exam, and I don't understand any of the shit that's written in those stupidly thick books.

I heard yelling! Liam's voice says, and he enters my dorm without knocking. This only irritates me further.

Liam! We already had this conversation! What if I was naked? What would you have done then? I ask angrily and stomp around in the little room I share with my roommate and collect the things I've thrown on the ground. 

It's not like I care about your body. And what has gotten up into your ass? he asks and laughs, putting his hands up in the air.

I instantly feel bad for yelling at him. I'm sorry, I'm just stressed for Sunday, I say and stuff all my books into my bag. My exam is about to start in 20 minutes, so I still have some time. 

He rolls his eyes and wraps his arm around my shoulder when we exit my dorm and I lock the door. You're going to be perfect, don't worry. And if your voice cracks and you'll die from embarrassment, I'll be there to suffer with you.

I smile and shake my head at him. Thanks for being my date, I tell him and we walk over campus to our class. No problem, babe, he winks. I roll my eyes.

How was your date last night? I ask him and check my phone to see what time it is.

Still fifteen minutes. As soon as I ask the question, he smiles. It went really good, actually. He was so nice to me and even paid for the food! I'm always the one that pays the food! he says excitedly. I laugh. Good thing he's a gentleman, I chuckle.

Liam came out as gay last year, and me and Sienna have really been a support for him since his dad didn't accept him the way he was.

What was his name again? I ask him. Thomas, he says, a happy glint in his eyes.

He sighs dreamily. We fucked in his car afterwards. My ass is still hurting.

Too much fucking details, I groan and step away from him, causing him to laugh. You're too adorable, he says. I smile a little, and hug him. He's been such a wonderful friend to me, and supported me through everything.

Our ways part here, my darling. I'll see you after class? he asks. Yeah, Sienna and I agreed to meet up at the local café, you can come too if you want to? I ask him. He nods. Sure, will do. Love you!

Love you too, I yell after him and make my way over to class. Today's my last exam, History. And after that I'll be going home for Liamtmas. And after that I won't be seeing them for another whole year. I only return for Liamtmas and my birthday.

I enter the class and take a seat, grabbing my books and repeating everything for a one last time before the professor walks in, which means that we have to put our books away and prepare us for the exam. 

We all wait in silence as he goes around the room, handing us a stack of papers for us to make. When I receive mine, I instantly begin working on it, eager to get over with all of this and get drunk.

Halfway through the exam, I land on another question. I read the paragraph that goes along with it.

'The Greek God Zeus kept cheating on his wife, Hera and after some time she found out...'

––––––––

Asshole, I mutter under my breath. You should be the one to talk.

I write down the explanation and answer the question before moving on to the next one.

'Give the Roman names for these Gods.'

The chills run up my spine and images of me crying and reaching over for the razor come into my mind.

I'm glad Liam walked in right on that moment, otherwise I would've bruised my skin and I've learned to appreciate myself over time. I've been crying for months over Vincenzo. Seeing his relationships being spread all over the tabloids is pretty damn depressing.

I've spent my birthday in my room, crying and stuffing myself full with sweets like in those typical movies.

Liam and Sienna really were a support for me, dragging me out of the house to live a little. I've been avoiding Vincenzo ever since I last saw him with Gabriella. 

It's not like he came over to my house anymore, that would be pretty awkward. It's a good thing that he started traveling much more for his company so I wouldn't have to endure running into him.

My parents sometimes talk about him which makes me feel uncomfortable but I just hide it with a smile. I was such a naïve little girl back then.

I became so angry at myself at one point, asking myself how the fuck I could be that dumb.

FortuMarcoly, my parents didn't question the period I was 'depressed'. They just accepted it and supported me even though they didn't know what was happening. They just blamed it on puberty.

I smile at the mention of my parents. Tomorrow I'll be flying over to Vancouver with Sienna and Liam. Sunday evening there will be a gala we'll have to attend where I'm going to have to sing, in front of an audience.

The nerves come back up, but I distract myself by continuing the exam.

° ° °

I giggle with Sienna about some shit that's not funny. This is my fourth glass of beer, and I'm a lightweight. But tonight, I don't care. The exams are over and I'll be flying home tomorrow.

Easy there with the beer, Liam comes in, taking the beer from both of our hands and places it back on the bar.

Sorry dad, I giggle and slightly push him. 

I want to get laid tonight! I yell over to Liam. He shakes his head.

Nope, remember what happened the last time you tried it? I roll my eyes. He doesn't have to keep reminding me of it. The poor man that got to experience my first one night stand didn't come further than taking my pants off before I started panicking and sent him out of my dorm.

I've tried relationships before, but none of them lasted long enough and they never satisfied me.

Come on! Let's dance! Sienna yells over the music, pulling me out of my thoughts and drags the three of us over to the dance-floor. The room around me starts spinning, and I grab onto Liam' shoulder. He groans. Not again...

I hear Sienna's giggles in the background. Why did you let her drink this much?

Duh! Because...

Everything blacks out, and before I know it, I'm lying unconscious in Liam' arms.

° ° °

Wakey, wakey.

I groan and roll over in the bed I'm lying in. Let me sleep, I groan and close my eyes again. We're going to miss our flight if you don't get up this instant.

Shut up, Liam, Sienna says, and continues to shake my shoulder slightly. I don't wanna go, I groan and bury my head into the pillow.

I hear them both sigh, and not much later I'm being dragged out of my bed. 

Guys! Guys! Fine! I'll get up, I mutter grumpily and get on my feet, stomping over to my closet and grabbing the first thing I see. It's an oversized sweater which is good because I'll be in need of something comfortable while traveling.

I grab a pair of yoga-pants and quickly change while Sienna and Liam are talking to each other. Done, I say and pull my hair into a ponytail.

I already put the last things you need in your suitcase, I already knew what you always take with you, Liam says and zips up my black, shiny suitcase. I step into the little bathroom I have and quickly freshen up a little.

I have no idea why I paid extra for such a tiny bathroom. I brush my teeth and throw some water in my face, not caring to put on make-up except for a little bit of lip-balm.

Alright, let's get the fuck out of here, I say once I'm out of the bathroom and grab my suitcase. We get out of the dorm and I see there's a taxi waiting for us. After everything's loaded we get in the car and start driving to the JFK airport.

I remember when I came back to New York for college. It still hurt coming back here, walking on the streets where I was with Vincenzo. My hand reaches up to the necklace around my neck, and I start playing with the pendant. I hear Sienna sigh beside me. 

Am still wondering why you're wearing that crap, she mutters. I roll my eyes.

Like I've said a million times before, it's too expensive to throw away.

But we both know that's not the reason why I keep it.

I lay my head in Liam' shoulder and close my eyes. Thank you for being here, I yawn to him and wrap my arms around his arm. He laughs. Of course, he says and I feel two lips press against my forehead.

Even though back then he still loved me in the way he shouldn't, he still kept coming to my house to comfort me. He never took advantage of me being vulnerable. He grieved with me, he knew how it felt like and he still forgave me. 

It's still a mystery that he wanted to be friends with me, but I'm so grateful for his friendship. After some time, he got over it, and we even joked around about my infidelity. It isn't awkward anymore. 

I'm getting pulled out of my thoughts by the car pulling up the airport. We get out and the driver helps us with our suitcases. 

Thank you, Liam says to him and sends him a subtle wink. I roll my eyes but still smile at his behavior. Come on, I say, we have to check in.

After doing the necessary we walk through the stores on the airport. Come on, there's a Victoria's Secret! Sienna says and walks over to it. Liam huffs beside me. 

I think it's so unfair they don't sell sexy menswear, he mutters and follows Sienna into the store. 

I smile and also enter the store, exploring the rays of lingerie and perfume. I find two bottles of perfume that I really like and decide to buy it. 

I'm wandering around the store when I hear Sienna yell. Daisy! This will look amazing on you!

I look over to where she's standing, and see her holding up a sexy, black set of lingerie and another cute white set. They're really hot as fuck, I say truthfully and take them from her. 

You should buy them! I'm sure you'll get laid, she winks. I think about it, and ponder if I should buy them.

You only live once, right? I ask and decide to buy them. She claps in her hand and we walk over to the cash register, buying the stuff we want. 

Okay girls, we really need to head to our gate, Liam says as soon as we walk out of the store. I check my boarding pass, then the hour and see that he's right. We head to our gate, and Sienna can't contain her excitement.

Yo, Vancouver here we come, Sienna squeals excitedly.

The three badass bitches are about to head back home.

CHAPTER 2

D A I S Y

It's always weird to be back home. To walk inside my house and have the old smell surrounding me.

The smell of cookies is so welcoming and comforting. And having the arms of my mom and dad wrapped around me is nostalgic. I've missed you both so much, I say and let go of them.

My mom has tears brimming her eyes. You're so grown up, baby. You're so mature and– and... she sobs which makes me roll my eyes. You say that every time when I come home, mom, I say and walk past them, to the living room.

Dad laughs behind me. How were your exams, honey?

They went well, I say honestly. He sighs relieved. Glad to hear that, he smiles and kisses my cheek.

Oh! mom says when she remembers something. I made your favorite cookies! she exclaims happily and drags me over to the kitchen.

Tea? mom asks. I smile. I would love that.

Liam, Sienna and I said our goodbyes to each other at the airport. I'll be seeing Liam tomorrow anyways at the gala. Which reminds me of something.

What time will the gala be tomorrow? I ask my parents. My mom sets milk on the table along with the cookies she made. I greedily grab one and take a bite.

It will start at 8 tomorrow, dad answers. I didn't get much information about it. My dad only told me there was a Liamtmas gala to celebrate it and asked me if I wanted to sing.

Mom sets a cup of steaming hot tea in front of me. Thank you, I smile at her and carefully take a sip. Is there a dress code? I ask them.

Gold and white, mom answers. Instantly a dress that I bought last year comes into my mind. Alright, I already got a dress, I say and take another cookie. The chocolate melts right on my take when I take another bite, and I moan in pure happiness. This is so good, mom, I compliment her.

You'll have to do a duet, dad says. I choke on my food. What?

A duet? I ask. He looks at me while drinking of his milk. Yeah. There's another woman who's going to sing and she'd like to sing with you.

A smile forms on my face, and I'm so glad I don't have to stand alone on stage. I would love to, I smile.

We discuss the song and further things that include the gala. Excitement grows within me and I'm starting to look forward for it.

Who knows what might happen.

° ° °

Hey Liam! I hear my mom yell from downstairs. He replies something I can't hear and then hear him coming up the stairs.

The three knocks I expected sound through my room, and I yell for him to come on. Is the famous Daisy ready for her performance? he jokes as he enters my room. I roll my eyes but still smile. 

Almost, I say even though I'm still in my lingerie. He jumps on my bed and puts both of his hands behind his head, looking at me while I apply highlighter on my cheekbones. Then I go for the mascara and after I'm done with that, I take a nude lipstick and smear it over my lips.

I just need to put on my dress and heels, and then I'm ready to leave, I tell him and take my white dress from the hanger.

Carefully, I put it on and adjust it a little. "Dayum, girl," I hear Liam whistle from behind me.

––––––––

I laugh. I know, bitch, I chuckle while taking my white heels and putting it on. I quickly spray some perfume on and body-spray, Now I'm ready.

° ° °

I sit anxiously in the car, my nerves getting the best of me. Liam notices it.

Chill, Daisy. If you don't think about it, you're going to rock that song, he calms me and rubs his hand up and down my back.

B-but the song is so difficult to sing. Have you any idea how high the notes are? I ask him and breathe out.

We'll be standing right in front of the stage, Daisy. Just look at us if you're nervous, mom says and looks behind her. That idea helps me calm down a little bit.

Before I know it, we pull up into a huge parking lot and get out of the car. A huge building with a dome made of glass. Lights are shining through it, lighting the sky a little.

My heels click against the ground as we walk towards the entrance. I'm almost as tall as Liam with these heels on, and it feels nice to be this tall. I feel a hand being placed on my waist, and I look up to Liam with a smile.

Being possessive now, huh? I joke. He winks at me. Always, he laughs. The sound of people talking to each other and soft music playing in the background fills my ears when we enter the huge ballroom.

Gold decorates the whole room, and I see a giant staircase at the end of the room which leads up to the second floor. Different waiters walk around the room with plates filled with champagne and appetizers.

Wow, I hear Liam say next to me. Indeed, I breathe, and we both follow our parents walking around the room, talking to people.

It's beautiful in here, Liam says, and I agree. A lot of people are dressed in gold, while Liam and I are matching with wearing a white dress and a white suit. I take a glass of champagne from a waitress that passes me and gulp it all down.

Easy there, we all know you can't handle alcohol well, Liam says next to me. I cough a little when I've downed it all and hold the empty glass next to me. I needed it, is my excuse. He sighs in annoyance. 

Daisy, you can do it. If I hear you complain one more time; I'll embarrass you in front of all these people by starting to sing myself.

I cringe at the thought of Liam singing, and I know he's not bluffing. I'll shut up, I mumble. I place my empty glass on a table and lean into Liam' arms. It's boring here, I say after some time.

I always used to think it was cool attending these kind of parties, but in reality, they suck. Wanna dance? I ask Liam and nod in my head in the direction of the dancefloor. If this is going to be so boring, better find something to entertain ourselves.

Sure, he says and leads us both to the dancefloor. We can waltz, he chuckles, and I chuckle along with him. I'd rather go to a club, I tell him.

He rolls his eyes. You're not even legal. 

Neither are you, I fire back and we take place on the dancefloor. I place my hands on his shoulder and he places his on my waist. It's awkward holding you like this while being gay, he laughs. I laugh along with him. 

Please, you've walked in on me many times while I was naked. This isn't awkward.

We continue to chat for a little while before the song changes and we change our position. Our hands clasp together while his other hand stays on my waist and mine still stays on his shoulder.

This is one of those old dances, Liam murmurs in my ear. What kind of dance?

You'll see now, he says and twirls me around, letting go of my hand. I spin right into another man's arms, a stranger that I don't know and we continue to dance. I see Liam dancing with another woman in the corner of my eye, and I see them talking to each other.

We switch from partners again, and this time I start a little conversation with the stranger before we switch again. 

It's a fun dance to get to know people. Every woman Liam dances with are flirting with him, and I laugh inwardly because I know he's not interested in what they have to offer.

But I can't blame Liam though...

A lot of girls on campus have tried to start something with Liam, poor girls. I keep twirling to strangers, dancing with them and talking to them a little.

I'm Tom, the next one says. I'm Daisy, I also introduce myself. A smile comes on his face. Beautiful name, he compliments me.

I blush slightly. Thank you, I smile. Where are you from? he asks. I'm from Vancouver, actually. But I go to college in New York. I'm just here for the holidays, I say, and you?

I'm from Los Angeles. I'm here on a visit to my aunt with my whole family, he explains. Los Angeles is a city I really want to visit, I tell him. He raises his eyebrows.

Really? The only cool thing about Los Angeles is just the famous people that live there.

I laugh. "I at least want to have visited the Hollywood sign."

He smiles. I've seen it. It's just pieces of metal standing on a mountain, he shrugs. 

You're not easily impressed, are you? I chuckle which makes him laugh. I am, by your beauty.

I roll my eyes at his answer, but still blush a little. Charmer, I laugh. What? I'm smooth, he laughs. Yeah right. I've seen better tha–

We abruptly part ways, and I turn around, already placing my hands on the man's shoulder and placing my hands in his. 

Rough fingers wrap around mine, sending a shock through my body. I look into the stranger's dark eyes, and the breath hitches in my throat. There's a moment where all the music fades away, and the silence only exists. Even in my shock, I continue to dance, while staring into his eyes.

Even in heels, my head barely reaches his shoulders. He's wearing a white suit with gold accents. His hand is firmly placed on my waist, not letting me go.

We stare deep in each other's eyes, not saying anything. He looks down at me while I look up at him, staring deeply into his eyes. A shiver runs up my spine at his intense gaze, like he can read my mind. My lips part a little, and I let his presence not affect me after not seeing him for a year and a half.

What is he doing here?

Our bodies move with the rhythm, his feet always following mine smoothly. Everyone around us disappears, which leaves only us to dance in this big room. 

The air is filled with tension while we keep dancing, not able to say anything because shock has taken over my entire body.

And before I know it, he twirls me around, his hand leaving mine. I land back in Liam' arms again, and the song stops right on that moment. My breathing is erratic.

He notices my panic. What's wrong? he asks with furrowed brows, and he leads us away from the dancefloor. 

He's here, I gasp, and take another glass of champagne from a waiter that passes me. Who?

I gulp the golden liquid down and set it on a nearby table.

"Vincenzo fucking Fossati."

CHAPTER 3

D A I S Y

Still, in shock about what happened, Liam drags me across the room to my parents. He's here. Vincenzo's here. And I danced with him.

Fuck, the way he looked at me, how he gripped me by my waist, reminding me of how it used to be between us. I subtly look around the room, trying to find him but fail. He hasn't changed a lot. His stubble has just grown a little which I find myself liking a bit. And his hair is slightly longer but not like it's noticeable.

But you noticed.

I don't notice all the people we talk to, actually, Liam is the one that talks and the time flies by without me noticing it.

I'm pulled out of my thoughts by my