Bound By Circumstance: The Mafia's Innocent Bride
First Meet And Misunderstandings
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Emma Smith (FL)
(took a deep breath and opened the door)
Inside, she found her grandparents resting in their beds, looking tired but relieved to see her.
Fl Grandma
Emma, my darling, you came all the way here for us (smile weakly)
Emma Smith (FL)
(Emma rushed to their side, tears streaming down her face) Of course I did, My cupcake. I was so worried about you both.
FL Grandpa
(Her grandfather, Paolo, gave her a reassuring smile) We're tough old birds, Emma. It takes more than an accident to keep us down.
Emma Smith (FL)
(Emma laughed through her tears, feeling a mix of relief and love) I'm just so glad you're okay. I couldn't bear the thought of losing you
They spent the next few hours catching up, Emma filling them in on her life in New York, while they recounted the details of the accident and their recovery
Emma Smith (FL)
Grandpa can you please tell me how this happened? And who is that person who caused this accident (bit angry)
FL Grandpa
It was our fault, dear. But that person who was with us, he came to help and he visits us often. Actually, he just went out to take a call when it happened.
Emma Smith (FL)
(concerned) What exactly happened, Grandpa? How did the accident occur?
Fl Grandma
(sighing) We were out shopping and I saw flowers across the street, and as we were crossing the street, we got distracted. We didn’t notice a car coming our way. The driver tried to stop, but it was too late
FL Grandpa
Yes, it all happened so quickly. The car wasn’t going very fast, but it was enough to knock us down. Fortunately, our friend, Noona and his Grandson Luca was nearby and rushed to help us.
Emma Smith (FL)
(surprised) Luca? Noona? You never mentioned this friend before.
Fl Grandma
We met them here in the marriage. They are so kind.Noons grandson he made sure we got to the hospital and stayed with us until we were settled.
Emma Smith (FL)
(relieved) I’m so glad he was there. But I still wish I could have been here sooner. I feel terrible for not being here when you needed me.
FL Grandpa
Don’t blame yourself, Emma. You came as soon as you could, and that’s what matters. We’re just happy to see you.
Fl Grandma
Your presence means the world to us, dear. Now that you’re here, we feel much better already.
Emma Smith (FL)
(smiling through tears) I love you both so much. I’m just relieved you’re going to be okay. I’ll stay for as long as you need me.
FL Grandpa
Don’t worry too much. We’ll be back on our feet in no time, thanks to your love and support (smiling)
Fl Grandma
For now, let’s focus on spending time together and getting better. We’ve missed you so much, Emma.
Emma Smith (FL)
(Hugging them gently) I’ve missed you both too. We’ll get through this together, I promise.
Emma came out of her grandparents' hospital room, determined to give the person responsible for the accident a piece of her mind. Her grandparents had mentioned that he was outside on a call, so she scanned the area until she saw a man on her right, speaking into his phone. Anger surged through her, and without thinking, she marched up to him and grabbed his shirt collar.
Emma Smith (FL)
(pulled and turned him to face her) You!
Emma Smith (FL)
(fuming) How dare you? Do you have any idea what you’ve done to my grandparents?
Luca Moretti (ML)
(startled, dropping his phone) What the hell? Get your hands off me ❄️🥶
Emma Smith (FL)
(not backing down) I can't believe you could be so careless! You almost killed them!
Luca Moretti (ML)
(trying to remove her hands) Lady, you’ve got the wrong person. I didn’t do anything to your grandparents 🥶❄️😡
Emma Smith (FL)
(shouting) Don't lie to me! They told me you were with them when it happened. How can you be so heartless? 😡
Luca Moretti (ML)
(furious, finally freeing himself from her grip) Listen, I was the one who helped them after the accident. I wasn’t the one driving the car. I’m the one who made sure they got to the hospital ❄️🥶
Luca had a feeling that Emma was the granddaughter of his grandmother’s friends. He realized that she had mistaken him for someone else involved in the accident.
Emma Smith (FL)
(confused, taking a step back) What? But they said you were with them when it happened...
Luca Moretti (ML)
(angrily) Yes, I was. I was crossing the street with them. The driver of the car is a different person entirely. I ran back to call an ambulance and stayed with them the entire time. 🥶❄️
Emma Smith (FL)
(realizing her mistake, her anger turning to embarrassment) Oh my God, I’m so sorry. I thought you were the one who hit them. I was just so scared and upset...
Luca Moretti (ML)
(still fuming) You need to get your facts straight before you start attacking people. I would never hurt them because they are close to my grandma ❄️🥶
Emma Smith (FL)
(apologetic) I’m really, really sorry. I was just so worried about them, and I acted without thinking. Please forgive me.
Luca Moretti (ML)
(taking a deep breath, trying to calm down) Fine. But next time, don’t go around grabbing people by the collar. It’s not exactly the best way to handle things. ❄️
After their initial confrontation, the tension in the air was palpable
Luca pulled out a cigarette, lighting it with a flick of his lighter. The glow of the flame briefly illuminated his stern expression. Emma noticed and quickly stepped forward, holding his hand to stop him.
Luca Moretti (ML)
(lighting the cigarette)
Emma Smith (FL)
(gently) Sorry, but this is a hospital. You can't smoke here.
Luca Moretti (ML)
(Coldly, taking the cigarette out of his mouth) Fine. (He crushes it under his shoe.) Anything else? 🥶❄️
Emma Smith (FL)
(hesitant) Look, I really am sorry about what happened earlier. I was just so worried about my grandparents. I overreacted.
Luca Moretti (ML)
(crossing his arms, his tone strict) Overreacted? You physically attacked me without knowing the full story. That’s more than just an overreaction ❄️
Emma Smith (FL)
(sincerely) I know, and I’m truly sorry. I should have listened first before jumping to conclusions
Luca Moretti (ML)
(giving a curt nod) Just make sure it doesn’t happen again.
With that, Luca turned and walked back into the hospital, leaving Emma standing in the corridor, feeling a mix of guilt and relief.
As Luca walked back into the hospital and Emma stood in the corridor, trying to gather her thoughts, she felt a strange sensation of being watched. She turned her head and saw a figure standing in the corner, half-hidden by the shadows. The person was smiling mischievously, clearly having witnessed the entire exchange
Emma Smith (FL)
(couldn't see clearly) Who is there?
The stranger stepped forward, revealing himself to be a tall man with sharp features and an air of confidence. His eyes sparkled with amusement as he approached Emma.
Marco (ML BFF & Right hand)
(smirking) Well, well, well. That was quite the scene. I have to say, it’s not every day you see someone take on Luca like that.
Emma Smith (FL)
(raised eyebrows) Who are you? And why were you watching us? ❄️
Marco (ML BFF & Right hand)
(chuckling) Name’s Marco. I’m a friend of Luca’s. I just happened to be passing by and couldn’t resist seeing how things played out.
Emma Smith (FL)
I misunderstood the situation. (defensive)
Marco (ML BFF & Right hand)
(raising an eyebrow) Clearly. But don’t worry, I’ve seen worse. Luca can be...intimidating, to say the least.
Emma Smith (FL)
(sighing) I didn’t mean to cause any trouble.
Marco (ML BFF & Right hand)
(smiling) You’ve got spirit, I’ll give you that. Just be careful around Luca. He’s not one to take kindly to misunderstandings.
Emma Smith (FL)
(confused but nodded)
Marco (ML BFF & Right hand)
(with a mischievous grin) don’t worry, your secret’s safe with me. I won’t tell Luca you have a bit of fire in you.
Emma Smith (FL)
*Who cares?*
As Marco walked away, his laughter echoed down the corridor. Emma watched him go, feeling a mix of embarrassment and curiosity. She couldn’t shake the feeling that there was more to Luca and his friends than met the eye.
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