~Mafia Queen & Her Crimson Vows ~
episode 4
The cabin still echoed faintly with laughter from Christina and Isabella’s earlier exchange when the door burst open with a loud thud.No knock. No pause.Just dramatic, forceful entry—exactly like a bodyguard who considered boundaries optional.
her bodyguard stormed in, his usual scowl in place, storm-grey eyes immediately sweeping the room, zeroing in on Christina seated too close to Isabella, sipping coffee like she owned the desk.
christiana Ricciardir (fl bff)
Looked up, utterly unbothered smirk bloomed before she even spoke**
christiana Ricciardir (fl bff)
Aww, look who finally arrived. Did you miss me, De Luca? I feel so honored. (placed a hand dramatically over her heart)
unknown
Unfortunately, my standards are higher than stray cats who lounge on my boss’s desk like it’s a chaise lounge (didn't even blink)
christiana Ricciardir (fl bff)
Wow. Such hostility. Must be difficult staying angry when you look like a lost puppy guarding his favorite toy (gasped, mock-offended)
male/female employees
It’s called doing my job (snapped)
Isabella florence (fl)
Still seated behind her desk, massaged her temple with two fingers**
Isabella florence (fl)
For the love of hell—shut up, both of you ❄️
unknown
Straightened but said nothing more**
christiana Ricciardir (fl bff)
Raised her cup in mock cheers**
Isabella florence (fl)
Nick, Did you finish the task I asked you to do this morning?
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Tore his gaze away from Christina and stepped forward**
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Yes. I had three extra guards placed at the docks, changed the shift schedule, and moved the crates to the secondary warehouse like you instructed.
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
I also had Matteo check the Eastern entrance for gaps in surveillance.
Isabella florence (fl)
Good ❄️(said with a satisfied nod)
Before she could speak again, the door opened gently this time—and in walked Vincent Rhode, holding his ever-present tablet, cheeks slightly flushed from rushing.
Vincent Rhodes ( fl right hand and p.a )
boss....Mr. Zade Briar is here. He’s waiting in the reception downstairs.
Isabella florence (fl)
Sat up straighter, her expression shifting instantly into that cold, calculating calm**
Isabella florence (fl)
Escort him to my cabin❄️
Vincent Rhodes ( fl right hand and p.a )
Yes, ma’am.
christiana Ricciardir (fl bff)
I’ll wait here for you, We can leave together later (stood up stretching lazily)
Isabella florence (fl)
Fine (nodded once.)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
However, stood rooted—arms crossed, jaw clenched, eyes narrowing like a sniper on a target**
Isabella florence (fl)
Nick, didn’t you hear what I said? Leave. Or do you need a gold-engraved invitation (said, voice low and firm)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
I can’t leave
Isabella florence (fl)
Stood up slowly, walking around her desk, her heels clicking in the heavy silence**
Isabella florence (fl)
May I know why, Mr. De Luca? (asked in an exaggeratedly sweet voice, her jaw twitching)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Last time Zade Briar was here, he hit on you, He’s a threat. I’m not taking chances.
Isabella florence (fl)
(Jaw clenched, her voice now filled with frustration)
Isabella florence (fl)
Nick, It’s called flirting. He wasn’t trying to kidnap me. No one’s hurting me. Now, you may go (said gritting teath in anger)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
(Didn’t move....Not an inch)
Isabella florence (fl)
I am your boss. I give the orders. Not the other way around (took a deep breath and raised her chin)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
I wasn’t hired to obey you. Mr. Florence hired me to protect you. That’s who I answerable to.
Isabella florence (fl)
(in mind: Of course. Every damn time I say something, he pulls the 'Mr. Florence hired me' card like it's some divine shield. I should've strangled him the moment he breathed in my direction.)
Isabella florence (fl)
Do you know, Nick, the only reason I have no one in my life, absolutely zero sex life, is you ❄️
christiana Ricciardir (fl bff)
Choked on her coffee in the background**
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Just stood there, stone-faced, lips twitching—but not speaking**
Isabella florence (fl)
Say Something 💢
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
I’m just doing my job (shrugged off)
Isabella florence (fl)
If you pull any stunt today, Nick—I swear I’ll fire you. Straight up (pointed a finger in his face)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Tilted his head, the corners of his lips lifting ever so slightly.Not a grin.A smirk**
Isabella florence (fl)
God, you know exactly how to get on my nerves. Such a distraction. One of day I’m surely going to strangle you ❄️
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
You’ve said that for the last two years.
Isabella florence (fl)
And I meant it every time ❄️
Just then, the door opened again.
Mr. Matteo Briar entered—tall, charismatic, well-groomed, with a flirtatious smile and the air of a man who was used to getting attention.
Matteo briar
Miss Florence...it’s always a pleasure (greeted smoothly)
Isabella florence (fl)
Have a seat, Mr. Briar ❄️(gestured to the chair across from her)
Matteo briar
Only if you promise not to kill me for being late (quipped, settling down like he owned the space)
Isabella florence (fl)
That depends on whether you waste my time again (said coldly)
Matteo briar
Chuckled softly, eyes flicking down her body once before meeting her gaze again**
Matteo briar
You’re as terrifying as they say. But I admit, I like women who can break me in half.
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Glaring at him**
Matteo briar
Noticed, of course. That glint of amusement only sharpened**
Isabella florence (fl)
Didn’t acknowledge the remark. She merely opened the file in front of her, sliding a document toward him**
Isabella florence (fl)
This is the revised trade route. You’ll see our new shipping partners listed here, along with the recalculated margins. We don’t need your flirtation, Mr. Briar. We need your cooperation ❄️
Matteo briar
Raised his hands in surrender**
Matteo briar
Business first. Pleasure later. Understood
Isabella florence (fl)
There will be no pleasure (said sharply)
Matteo briar
Ah....There’s the Florence fire (grin wider)
She didn’t dignify that with a reply. They spoke for the next fifteen minutes—technicalities, numbers, logistics. Her tone was all cold steel, crisp and professional.
But every now and then, matteo's words would turn a shade too smooth, a little too low, a little too… invasive. And every time, Nick’s jaw would tick from across the room.
Isabella noticed both of them—one trying to test her composure, the other hanging by a thread of restraint. She held it together.
Because sometimes, for business, you have to.
Matteo briar
stood, buttoning his suit**
Matteo briar
This has been… informative...Let’s hope our alliance lasts long. I’d hate to lose the opportunity of getting to know you better… outside the boardroom (said with a smirk)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Move towards him**
Matteo briar
Turned and exited smoothly, leaving a trail of tension behind him**
The moment the door clicked shut
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Heading towards the door**
Isabella florence (fl)
(Caught it out of the corner of her eye)
Isabella florence (fl)
Nick!! (said sharply)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Stood there**
Isabella florence (fl)
Where are you going ❄️
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Didn’t turn.Didn’t answer and standing calmly**
Isabella florence (fl)
Pulse throbbing**
Isabella florence (fl)
Nick, What are you going to do ❄️(said again, firmer now)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Nothing (Turned his head, calm as hell)
Isabella florence (fl)
Don’t lie to me ❄️
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
I’m not lying
Isabella florence (fl)
Then what’s this calm look on your face ❄️
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
What look? (asked innocently, though the glint in his eyes said otherwise)
Isabella florence (fl)
walked around her desk, practically storming up to him now**
Isabella florence (fl)
Don’t pull any stunt, Nick. I’m warning you.❄️
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
I said I won’t do anything (replied too smoothly)
Isabella florence (fl)
(I mind : If I forgot to mention… he’s a damn genius hacker.
He won’t harm physically if I say no. But he’ll dismantle your business empire line by line, virus by virus, before your firewall even detects him)
Isabella florence (fl)
I mean nothing, Nick. Nothing subtle. No ‘glitches’ in his security. No accidental leaks. Nothing (stepped closer)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
You have trust issues (said with a mocking pout)
Isabella florence (fl)
I have Nick issues❄️ (snapped)
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
smirk but still didn’t move to leave**
Isabella florence (fl)
I’m your boss! You follow my orders ❄️
Isabella florence (fl)
(in mind: if someone else would have tried to defy my order he would have been ten feet in the group but here we are i can't do anything as he is mom's favourite and hence I can't do anything)💢💢
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Technically, I follow Mr. Florence’s orders (said smoothly)
Isabella florence (fl)
God! Not this again (growled)
Isabella florence (fl)
Stared at him, fuming**
Nick de luca (fl bodyguard)
Finally turned to go—but not without flashing her one last maddening smirk.**
Isabella florence (fl)
Exhaled loudly, throwing herself back into her chair, heels off the floor, muttering under her breath**
Isabella florence (fl)
One day… one day I will strangle that man and no jury will convict me❄️
Nick De Luca, Isabella Florence’s personal bodyguard and fiercest shadow, is a man of lethal silence and unwavering loyalty. Trained in tactical combat and psychological warfare, he’s calm under fire and deadlier in stillness. His protectiveness borders on obsessive—ruthlessly eliminating anyone who dares disrespect her. Whenever Isabella confronts him, he shields himself with his favorite line: “Mr. William Florence hired me.” He glares threats into retreat and flirts into silence. Though constantly clashing with Christina Ricciardiar, their tension-laced banter masks unspoken feelings. Nick is the silent storm behind Isabella’s throne—her watcher, weapon, and the barrier between her and the world.
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