Sofia Hale is the daughter of the notorious Mafia King, Aaron Hale.
She loved her father but wanted out. She wanted nothing to do with the Mafia or that life again after an incident that left her broken.
Her father granted her wish, letting her li...
I rubbed my eyes, I felt a strong arm around my back and a hard chest on my face.
I looked up and saw Derek laying there, breathing heavy.
God this man was beautiful.
I snuggled back into him. He didn't try anything last night, he kissed me but that's all the further it went.
I wanted nothing more than to make love to him, but I couldn't. Not when I was about to betray him, what kind of person would that make me?
I've already decided, I'm going to give José the bare minimum on Derek and bid time until I can figure out how to get out of this. There had to be a reason why he wanted to take Derek down and I was going to find out why!
"What are you thinking so hard about?" Derek's sleepy voice broke me out of my thoughts.
"Hey you! I was thinking about how comfortable I am in your arms."
"I haven't slept that good in a long time." He admitted.
"I know, you were snoring."
"Was I?"
"No." I laughed.
"Can I use your shower?"
"Can I join you?"
"Mmmmm, as tempting as that sounds I don't think I'd be able to keep my hands off of you and I still want to get to know you a little bit better."
He groaned, "I know."
"Sorry," I leaned over giving him a kiss. "I'll be quick."
After showering I got out and put my clothes on from last night and opened the door.
He walked in, "By any chance do you have an extra toothbrush?"
"Actually, I do." He went into his drawer and handed me one.
"Thank you."
He gave me a kiss and took off his boxers.
Holy shit.
I paused and watched him in all his glory get into the shower. Before he shut the door, he turned around giving me a wink.
Damn him!
******* Walking downstairs hand and hand, everyone was eating breakfast.
"Well good morning Derek and Princess Sofia." Beck smiled.
"Don't call me that!" I demanded.
Nico was glaring our way but didn't say anything.
"Would you like some eggs and toast?" Derek asked.
"Yes please." I smiled at him.
"So Princess, how was your night?" Beck asked, draping his arm around my neck.
I grabbed his arm, twisting it off of me as my other hand rested on his other shoulder, as gently as possible, I pushed his face down onto the island.
"If I was a fucking Princess I'd be married to Prince William or Harry. I absolutely hate that title and I swear to you or anyone else if you call me that again, I will break their arm."
I let go. He stood up, "Chill woman!"
"She's come to realize that she has to be 'sturn' for people to listen to her. Trust me, she gets taunted with that name." Nico defended.
"Sorry Beck, natural reaction, but I did warn you." I gave him a smile.
"I'm actually surprised you didn't kill Hugo last night." Nico mumbled out as he had a mouth full of food. "That bow thing was hilarious though."
"Ah, he was working his way to me kicking his ass."
Derek handed me a plate of food.
"Thank you." I was starving.
"So, you never answered me. Are you guys a thing or acquaintances with benefits?" Nico asked.
"What makes you think we did anything last night? I questioned.
"You didn't?" Nico asked, surprised.
I shook my head.
Derek came and sat next to me with his food, kissing my cheek before he dug in. I couldn't help but smile.
A few minutes later I felt my phone vibrate.
I checked it really quick, it was a text message from an unknown number.
Unknown - Get me information. You have three days for something. J
I hurried and put my phone away.
"Cuz... You okay?" Nico asked
"Yeah." I put some eggs in my mouth, I continued to pick through my food, I had completely lost my appetite.
"I should probably get going." I announced.
"What? Why?" Derek asked.
"I have a busy day."
"Can I take you out sometime? Like tomorrow night?"
"Like a date?" I smiled.
"Yeah, like a date."
"Okay. I'll text you my address." I pulled him in for a kiss. His kisses relaxed me, and for a brief moment I forgot all about the mess I was in.
"I see you later. Bye guys." I waved as I headed for the door.
******** I got in my car and quickly sent out a text to José.
Me - We need to talk, meet me at the Jumping Jacks Power Plant by the red dumpster. One hour!
I started my car and took off toward my apartment so I could change quickly.
After changing, I headed out. I pulled up toward the abandoned building, but didn't see José yet.
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He better show.
On the dot, he pulled in. He got out and walked towards me.
"You could have picked a better neighborhood... geesh!"
"Cut the shit, I'm still going to help you but we are changing things up a little bit."
He started laughing, "I don't think you're in any position to make rules darlin."
"Actually, I am. It's my neck on the line and chances are, when Derek finds out I betrayed him, he'll kill me. That changes things a little bit. We do this my way and I won't have you threatening my dad against me anymore then you already have. I can't just get you information in three days, no gang member would willingly give information that fast without it pointing straight at me."
"How long do you need?" He asked, not seeming pleased, but he knew I was right.
"I'm not sure, but I promise you. I'll get what you need."
"Let's start with two weeks and see where you're at. I'll be in touch, Princess."
I growled when he called me that.
He got in the car, taking off back towards the city.
