After two weeks
Adelina called Martina and told her to start packing her luggage. She told her Roberto, who was already out of prison, had asked her to tell her, and he was headed to her house. Martina wondered why Adelina had asked her to pack up, but she didn’t question her. She got to work immediately. As she was packing her bag, she heard the doorbell ring. She dropped the dress that was in his hand and rushed to get to the door. She opened the door and saw Roberto standing in front of the door. He wore a black suit, inner shirt, and pants. He has sunglasses on, and he smiled widely.
Martina flung her hands around his neck, and he lifted her and rolled her in the air. “I missed you so much!” She giggled, and he let out a little laugh. “I missed you too.” He put her down and covered her lips with his. They broke the kiss shortly, and he kissed her nose, making her chuckle.
“I believe my mother delivered my message.” He said, and Martina nodded. “Yes, she did. I’m packing already. Where are we going anyways?” She asked, and he shook his head. “It won’t be a surprise if I tell you now. Don’t worry, your house will be here anytime you want to visit it.” Martina narrowed her gaze at his statement and slowly nodded.
“Let me finish packing my clothes. Then, we’ll go to this surprising place of yours.” They laughed, and she hurried into the house again. Roberto stepped away from the house and pulled out his phone. He put a call across to Vincenzo. Vincenzo answered the phone almost immediately.
“Tell me, how are things over there?” He asked. “Very well, boss. Everything is set.” “Adelina and Caterina? Are they good?” He asked. “Yes, they are. We can’t wait for you two to arrive,” Vincenzo said, and Roberto smiled heartily. “We’ll be there soon.” He hung up and headed to the house again.
Shortly, Martina shuffled out of the house with two large bags in her hands. Roberto quickly reached for the bag and carried it to the car. “Such a gentleman, hun?” She teased, making him laugh. “You know I am a gentleman,” He responded, opening the door of his Bugatti La Voiture Noire for her. “Thank you,” She said and sat in the car. He hurried to the other side of the car and also got into the car. He ignited the engine and hit the road in no time.
She pulled out her phone to call Caterina. She wanted to tell her that Roberto was taking her somewhere. Caterina’s phone began to ring, but she didn’t answer the phone. “Who are you calling?” Roberto asked. “Caterina. She left for school this morning. I need to tell her she won’t meet me at home.” She kept her eyes glued to her phone as she spoke.
“She is probably receiving lectures, you shouldn’t disturb her. You can try again later, okay?” Roberto touched her thighs and pressed his hand against the Jean material of her pants. Martina looked at him and nodded. “Okay.” She smiled.
***
Roberto pulled up in front of a very large hotel called Don Santiago Hotel. Martina’s jaw dropped as she marveled at the beauty of the hotel. The golden railings and pillars, its sparkling white color, and the exotic yet beautiful door. Vincenzo and Bruno rushed out of the hotel, they were dressed in black outfits. Martina furrowed her brows wondering what the occasion was. Vincenzo opened the door for Martina, while Bruno opened the door for Roberto.
Though Martina was dressed in a simple but classy outfit, she was still confident enough to strut into the hotel. She saw a white linen shirt and blue Jean pants. She wore pointed-toe silver heels and almost carried a silver pearl mini-bag. Roberto gave Martina his arm, and she held it as they both walked on the red carpet, into the hotel. They walked past the reception and headed to the hall. Martina couldn’t help me marvel at the beauty of the hotel.
Roberto’s men followed behind them with happy looks on their faces, including Vincenzo. Immediately they stepped into the hall, and the people that were inside started clapping. Martina’s surprised gaze fell on two people that lifted a large banner that read, “WILL YOU MARRY ME?” Martina let out a little laugh and turned to look at Roberto. Roberto was on his knees already, and he stretched out a ring case that revealed a beautiful silver ring, with a deep blue diamond on top of it.
“Yes! I’ll marry you!” She screamed in happiness and tears streamed out of her eyes. Roberto excitedly picked out the ring and took her hand. He wore the ring for her and stood up afterward. She hugged him tightly and everyone cheered. “I love you,” She mumbled, burying her head in his shoulder. “I love you too,” He responded, wrapping his hands around her tiny waist.
She moved her head up and kissed him passionately, and the cheering from the people increased. “Go, sister!” Caterina shouted as she kept clapping. Alberto looked at Caterina and giggled. “I can’t wait to do this for you too,” He said to her, and she laughed. “Soon!” Adelina approached them with tears in her eyes. Seeing her only son propose in her presence was one thing she had always prayed for.
They broke the kiss and saw Adelina open her hands. They embraced her, and they all chuckled. “I’m happy for you, Son.” She said. “Thank you, mother,” He responded, planting a kiss on her cheek. She let go of them and stood next to them. Martina looked around the hall, her cheeks were very red. She looked at Roberto and said, “Promise me you won’t kill anyone again.” Roberto laughed slightly and cleaned his eyes with his hand. “That’s hard, but I promise.” He stared into her alluring black eyes. Martina lowered her head and nodded with tears of joy flowing down her cheeks. “And if any bastard keeps bothering our peace, we’ll kill him together,” She mumbled, and he nodded. “Deal.”
She wrapped her hands around him and hugged him tightly again. This time she wasn’t letting go.
THE END