by Carly Davis
“Yes,” Alex turned me over and pulled me to his chest. “I have news about your brother.”
“Is he okay?” I asked.
“He’s fine. Tate should be home soon.” He told me as laid my head against his chest.
“There’s one more thing I wanted to talk about. Lucien is going to tell Giovanni about Tate and he’s not sure how he’s going to take it. He asked me and you to come over when he gives us the green light.”
“What’s going to happen?” My father was going to have a fit.
“I don’t know, kitten.” He told me rubbing his hand on my belly.
“Wait, what about his wife?” I asked.
He sighed and put his chin on top of my head. “I don’t know that, either.”
How was my father going to take the news of Tate being married?
“Everything will be okay, I promise.” Alex said as he kissed the top of my head.
“I hope you’re right.” I sighed, closing my eyes.
“There is one other thing I want to talk about. I know it’s a given with the ring and collar, but I want you to be my girl. Will you be my girlfriend, Rachel?” I opened my eyes and felt my heart begin to beat rapidly.
“Yes sir, I want to be your girl. Can I tell you a secret?” I was going to tell him I already was.
“Tell me kitten, what is your confession?” He asked.
“I’ve always been yours. I fell in love with you five years ago.” I said, intertwining our fingers.
His phone rang, bringing us out of our moment. “Yeah? We’ll be there as soon as we can.”
“What is it?” I asked.
“Your father knows and surprisingly, he took the news just fine. And as for Tate, he took that well.” He said.
“What do you mean-my father, he knew.” I said barely above a whisper.
“Lucien said that he’s thrilled to meet his daughter-in-law.” Alex paused. “I’m afraid once he finds out who she is, he’ll be less excited to have met her.”
“What’s that supposed to mean?” Why would my father do that?
“Because she is the step-daughter of a very dangerous man. The same man your brother made the deal with. Her name is Desiree Sanchez…well, Lucchese now that she’s married to your brother.”
“Well come on, let’s go meet my sister-in-law.” I remarked.
***
Everyone was gathered in the driveway as we pulled up. My mother and father stood next to Lucien. And everyone had a worried expression like someone died.
“What’s happened, is Tate okay?” Tears started to form in the corner of my eyes.
“Your brother is on his way here. Sweetheart, you can’t be around him right now. He’s-”
“He’s my brother, I have a right to see him if I want.” I clenched my fists.
“I know, but he won’t be himself. Tate went through something over there, but won’t talk about it. I just don’t want him to hurt you or the baby.” My father sighed.
“But I’m his sister, I just want to see him.” I wiped my tears and turned to Alex. “Alex, please tell them I need to see him.”
“What is really going on, Giovanni?” Alex demanded.
“He’s getting his stomach pumped. DeMarco pumped him full of drugs and his wife is too. I’m waiting on the update right now.”
“Did you fucking know?” Alex turned to Lucien, but he shook his head.
“Oh god,” I leaned on Alex for support, suddenly feeling sick to my stomach. “I think I’m going to be sick.”
“I’ve got you, love.” Alex picked and held me in his arms. “I’m going to take her inside up to her room.”
“Alex, I can’t lose my brother. I just can’t.” I cried as he carried me inside.
“Hush little one, I’ve got you.” Alex said, carrying me to my room.
“What would I do without you, darling?” I said as he laid me on the bed.
“No baby, what would I do without you? I love you, Rachel.”
“And I love you, Alexander Vasiliev.” I said replied. “I always have.”
25
Alexander
After l left Rachel in her room, I went downstairs where Lucien was. He was silently cursing as he paced the floor. Whatever Tate went through over there must’ve been really bad. Giovanni was slumped in the chair with a bottle of whiskey in one hand and the other was clenching the arm of the chair.
“Lucien, be real with me. What happened to Tate?” I asked
“He…it’s bad Alex, real bad.” He said to me as he stopped pacing.
“On a scale from one to ten, how bad?”
“Ten.” Lucien whispered. “I can’t imagine what I would do if I had to go through that.”
“Tell me.” I pushed further.
“That bastard made Tate watch as Alejandro pumped her full of those drugs. And then, after that, DeMarco made Tate watch as his son touched her. I just can’t even imagine feeling that helpless if someone did that to my Caterina. He’s never going to be the same again.” Lucien clenched his fist, punching the wall.
I sucked in a breath, feeling the air being pulled from my lungs. “Fuck, I’m going to kill the bastards.”
“I want them brought to me alive.” Giovanni said full of disgust.
“Gio, any word on Tate and his wife?” I asked.
“Not yet, I’m hoping soon.” Giovanni replied, staring off in the distance.
Lucien nodded to me as he started to walk away. I followed him and folded my arms over my chest. “Lucien, you know what this means, yes?”
“I do, they fucked with the wrong families. This is war.” He replied with a sickening grin.
“What do I need to do?” I asked as he pulled out his phone.
“Just protect your family…Rachel and your child. Let me and Alec handle this.” He said dialing someone on the phone and pressed it to his ear. “Alec, it’s time. Get the team together and get these bastards. Bring them to me alive.”
“Tate, he’s awake and he’s asking for you. He’s in the infirmary.” Giovanni told me, forcing a small smile.
***
I pushed through the door and held my breath as I walked in. Tate was attempting to sit up as I took a seat in the chair. “You need to take it easy.”
“I,” Tate hissed holding his side. “I have to see her, need to be with her.”
“Tate, I know you want to, but you need your rest.” I stated, crossing one leg over my thigh.
My chest clenched at the sight of my friend. His head was bandaged and badly beaten. I could see red marks against his wrist and chest, probably from being tied up. All I could think was how I wished he would’ve waited for the right time to rescue his woman. Then, maybe this wouldn’t have happened.
“Why couldn’t you wait you stupid son of a bitch? I was going to help you.” I cracked a smile, cocking my head to the side.
“And get my sister’s lover killed? I could never do that to Rachel.” He curled his lips in a smirk.
“How?” I asked astonished.
“I knew since the night I followed her to the club. I always knew you was in love with my sister. Wait, is that a-” He pointed to the ring on my finger.
“No, it’s just to show everyone I belong to her. She has one similar to mine. There’s something I need to tell you. Rachel…she’s pregnant with my baby.”
“Damn man, you don’t waste any time. I need you to do me a favor.” He said.
“Anything.” I replied.
“Take me to Desiree, I have to know she’s okay.”
“Let me see what I can do. What did they do to you guys? By the way Lucien talked-”
“Alex, it was a trap the entire time. DeMarco and Alejandro made me watch as they…I can’t even say it out loud. I need to be by her side when she wakes up.”
“I’ll talk to Lucien and see if he can arrange to have her moved in here with you. And Tate, I haven’t officially met her, but I like her. She’s just as crazy as you are.” I said with a win
k.
“What do you mean?” He asked in confusion.
“When I was over there trying to find you, she shot me in the arm.” I replied.
“Damn, really?” He widened his eyes.
“Really, but don’t worry about that. Let me just go talk to Lucien.”
I stepped out of the room and bumped into someone. I steadied Rachel and pulled her in for a kiss. “Kitten, how are you feeling?”
“I’m feeling better.” She answered as I pulled her by the hips.
“Good, do you feel like visiting your brother? He’s awake.”
“I-yes, I want to see him.” She replied.
“I told him about us and the baby.” My lips feathered her neck.
“Alex,” She arched her back. “I’m so wet for you again. How can you make me melt with a simple touch?”
“Because kitten, I know just where and how to touch you. I’ll meet you in the bedroom in twenty minutes. I have another surprise for you, baby girl.” I palmed her ass and released her.
“Yes, daddy.” She whispered making my cock twitch at the name.
“Good girl, now get in there and visit with Tate. I’ll be waiting for you.”
I licked my lips and darkened my gaze full of lust as she stepped into the room. I wanted to strip her bare and spread her out. Explore every inch of her making her beg for more. I shook my head, trying to push away the thoughts. I needed to talk to Lucien and see if we could move Tate’s wife into his room.
“Lucien,” I paused. “Giovanni, I need a word. I just talked to Tate and he wants to have Desiree moved into his room.”
“I can arrange that.” Lucien shrugged his shoulders.
“One more thing, I need your blessing Giovanni. I want to marry your daughter.” Rachel was my everything…my kitten…my forever.
I loved her more than anything.
I would kill for her.
“My boy,” Giovanni pulled me in for a hug. “I would be proud to have you as my son-in-law. Welcome to the family.”
26
Alexander
I stepped outside, meeting Lucien, Giovanni, and Rose. I put my hands behind my back and offered them a smile, which they returned. I’d already been approved by Giovanni, but not Rose. She was the queen and her approval was what mattered the most.
“You wanted to talk to me?” Rose asked, confused to what was going on.
I could feel my palms begin to sweat as if I was on trial for a crime. Rose was the sweetest woman, but don’t piss her off. She can go from sweet to the devil within seconds.
“Mrs. Lucchese.” I said only to be cut off.
“Just Rose, tell me what you need?” She smiled.
“Rose, I want to ask for your permission to marry your daughter. I asked Giovanni and he approves, but he said I needed the queen’s as well. So, can I marry the woman I’ve always been in love with?”
“Giovanni!” She gasped elbowing him in the side. “I don’t see why you need to torture this poor boy. Of course Alexander, I’d love to have you marry Rachel.”
“Thank god.” I let out a breath I’d been holding in.
“So, when is the wedding?” Rose asked.
“I haven’t asked her yet, but I wanted your approval as well. I was thinking as soon as possible.” I replied.
“Fantastic, I’m so happy for you two.” Rose clapped her hands excitedly.
“Go on up there and get your girl.” A new voice from behind me said, clapping me one the shoulder.
“Father, I didn’t hear you pull up.” I said.
***
I took Rachel by the hand and brought my hand to the base of her neck. “Rachel, my little kitten, I want to take you somewhere. Do you trust me?”
“Completely, papa.” She brought her hands around my neck, placing a kiss to the corner of my mouth.
We stepped outside and I led her to the backyard. I brought her to the tree we spent so many nights at years ago. I took a deep breath to calm myself. I was so nervous on the inside.
What if she says no?
“Rachel Lucchese,” I held her left hand, bringing it up to my mouth and kissed her knuckles. “I have waited all my life for this moment. Do you remember when we came here the last time?”
“It was on my sixteenth birthday. The day we shared our first kiss.” She nodded.
“Yes, and that was the day I knew what I wanted.” I intertwined our fingers together. “I hated myself for having to push you away, but I didn’t have a choice. Now that we’re reunited, I know what I want. I want you to be my wife, lover, and the mother of my child. My best friend.” I released her hands and got on one knee. Pulling out the velvet box, I opened it and held it out to her. “Rachel Marie Lucchese, will you do the honors of becoming my wife, my perfect little kitten. Will you marry me, kotenok?”
“Alex,” She gasped with tears forming in her eyes. “I’ve loved you all my life. Yes, yes, yes, I’ll marry you.”
Taking the ring out of the box, I slid it on her finger. The set was now complete, making us ‘two souls one heart’ as one. “Come here sugar and give daddy a kiss. He needs something sweet.”
“Yes, sir.” She leaned down, pulling me in for a kiss.
This is happily ever after for Alexander and Rachel, but will Tate and Desiree get theirs in Claiming Desiree? Find out in book two coming this spring. Epilogue and bonus content coming soon for Taming Rachel. Enjoy this teaser of what to expect from Tate Lucchese.
Tate-
"Yes please, I want more." She whispered as the ice melted against her flesh.
She was so delicate...like the petals of a rose.
"Imagine the water dripping in your mouth is my cum dripping in your mouth. You begging me to touch you." I slid the ice down her neck, letting the water trickle between her breasts.
"Fuck papi, I want you!" She moaned as I ran the ice over her erect nipple.
"What do you want, love?"
"To fuck me...I want to feel you inside me."
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