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❝𝙎𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙮 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙄𝙩'𝙨 𝙩𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙚 𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙩
𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙄 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙄'𝙙 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪, 𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙮, 𝙞𝙛 𝙄 𝙡𝙚𝙛𝙩 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙣𝙤𝙬.❞

𝘚𝘰𝘧𝘵𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘦, 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘦𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘩𝘰𝘰𝘥

「𝑵𝑰𝑪𝑶」

''𝑾𝑯𝑬𝑹𝑬'𝑺 𝑶𝑼𝑹 𝑴𝑶𝑵𝑬𝒀?'' 𝑰 𝑨𝑺𝑲𝑬𝑫 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑮𝑼𝒀 that was on his knees scared for his life. "Dude you better talk we don't have time for this." Zain sighed causing me to give him a look. "Zain shut up." I gritted my teeth and he sighed.

"Thomas listen dude. You have to tell us where our money is so you can walk out of this place alive okay?" I asked kneeling down.

"What?" Sam asked confused causing me to give him a look. He frowned and I looked at Thomas again. "Listen I'm really going to let you go if you tell me where our money is." I said again causing him to swallow.

Something was keeping him from saying a word. I'm sure there's something deeper in this situation. "I didn't took them. I swear I have nothing to do with it I swear on my life." He cried. "Okay okay I believe you, you didn't take them so who took them?" I asked.

"Theodore Castillo." He said causing me to sigh and stand up.

"What? Why would Theodore take our money?" Leonardo asked causing me to raise an eyebrow. "You never know. Theodore was always weird. I've had my suspicions on him for quiet a while now." I said.

"I swear he took your money. And runaway. I don't know where he is." Thomas said and I nodded. "Okay you will help us find Theodore and I will let you live." I said causing him to nod. "Okay. I promise." He said and I nodded.

"You can go. The guys will drive you home." I said and Achilles nodded before taking Thomas outside.

"Are you serious? You just let someone walk out of this place alive.. what is wrong with you?" Alexander said and Zain just looked at me.

"What? He will help us. We need him to find Theodore." I shrugged. "We don't. Zain can track Theodore." Vince said. "You think Theodore has the same phone number? He stole our money. He knows next step is that Zain will track him. He's not that stupid." I chuckled with no humor and Zain sighed.

"He's right. Sadly we need Thomas." He said and slowly they all accepted my decision. Even if they didn't accept I wouldn't give a fuck. I do what I want. "Anyways I have to go." I muttered.

"Where are you going?" Sam asked once I grabbed my jacket. "I have work. See you all later at home." I said before making my way out of the building.

I got in my car and sighed rubbing my forehead. This shit was stressing me the fuck out. I grabbed a cigarette but then I stopped myself from taking it.

I have to see the only person that would make me feel better and forget all about my stress. The only person that made me forget about everything by just looking in her eyes.

I threw the cigarette away and started driving towards the hospital where I was sure I could find Bella. When I arrived I pulled over and got out of the car. I texted Bella to come outside and took a seat on one of the benches that were outside of the hospital. Near the entrance.

I saw Bella walking my way with a smile on her face and I smiled back at her. "Hey." She said placing a kiss on my cheek. "Hi." I said softly pecking her lips. "What's wrong?" She asked taking my hand in hers.

"Nothing." I smiled. "There's definitely something. You look stressed." She said rubbing my hand softly with her thumb calming me down. "It's just work." I shrugged. "How are you?" I asked.

"I'm okay. A little tired and today I have a double shift." She said causing me to frown. "Why?" I asked. "Because I'm covering for a friend." She smiled. "You're too nice." I said tucking a stand of her hair behind her ear.

"Hmm so I've heard." She joked. "Are you free tomorrow?" She suddenly asked causing me to smirk. "Why? Are you taking me on a date?" I joked and she smirked back at me. "I might." She grinned and I chuckled.

"I'm always free when it comes to you." I said softly brushing her cheek with my thumb. She blushed and looked away. "That's.. cheesy." She mumbled causing me to laugh. "Is it?" I asked and she nodded giggling softly.

How come a woman can make me feel like this after couple of days of knowing her? I was really surprised with myself. 

"So where are we going tomorrow?" I asked. "It's a surprise." She said and stood up. "I have to go back to work. I'll see you later." She smiled. "I'll see you later Issie." I said and she pecked my lips softly before walking off.

I threw my head back smiling like an idiot watching up at the clear sky.

I decided to wait for Bella. I know it will take a while but I just wanted to wait for her and drive her home safety.

My phone rang and I sighed when I saw that Zain was calling me. I cleared my throat before answering.

"What's wrong?" I asked hoping we don't have a situation going on. I can't handle extra shit right now.

"Are you okay? I noticed you weren't yourself earlier. What's wrong?" He asked. "I'm good now okay? Everything's good. Also I can't come for dinner. Tell mum yeah? I don't want her to worry." I said.

"Okay bro if you say so. Take care alright?" He said. "I will don't worry." I said and ended the call.

After quiet some time Bella walked out of the hospital and looked at me. "Please don't tell me you waited here the whole time? In the cold weather." She said while walking my way.

I stood up and smiled innocently. "Just wanted to drive you home safety." I said causing her to shake her head. "Nico that's sweet but you'll catch a cold you mad man." She said causing me to smile and pull her towards me by her waist.

"Don't worry about me." I muttered and she rolled her eyes playfully. "Hmm easy for you to say." She muttered and I chuckled before placing a soft kiss on her lips making her smile.

"Shall we go doc?" I asked. "We shall." She said taking my hand as we walked towards the car. I opened the door for her and after she thanked me I closed the door and got in as well and drove off.

I smiled softly looking at her before driving off. ''So where are we going tomorrow?'' I asked again even though I knew very well that Bella wouldn't tell me about where we are going. ''I told you it's a surprise Nico.'' She chuckled and I pouted. ''But you better not come dressed like that.'' She said pointing at my suit. ''What do you want me to wear then.'' I grinned causing her to laugh.

I pulled over when we arrived home and I smiled looking at her. ''Just dress comfy. Tomorrow I will show you a different kind of date.'' She grinned causing me to chuckle and lick my lips. I leaned in towards her and she smiled. ''You're so beautiful even after hours of working.'' I said softly rubbing her cheek softly.

She blushed looking down then up at me. I kissed her softly and I could feel her smile through the kiss. We pulled away and I smiled. ''I'll see you tomorrow then, habibti.'' I said softly. ''See you tomorrow Nico.'' She said and got out of the car. ''Good night.'' I called out before she closed the car door. She chuckled and waved at me. ''GOOD NIGHT.'' She called and walked in the building.

I chuckled and shook my head then drove off after I made sure she got in safely. I arrived home and got out of the car. Achilles and Jason were at the gate talking. ''Good night fellas.'' I waved. ''Good night bro.'' They said and I nodded.

The next day I had a shower then got dressed in some black pants a white t-shirt and a grey sweater. Just like I was ordered to dress comfortable. 

I grabbed my phone and car keys and made my way downstairs. ''Where are you going dressed like that?'' My mum asked and I sighed turning at her. ''Out.'' I said in an obvious way. ''Obviously but where out? I'm used seeing you in suits only.'' She chuckled and I chuckled shaking my head.

''Mum I have to go so see you later.'' I said and left the house. I made my way towards my car where Jason was. ''Hey bro need me to drive you somewhere?'' He asked. ''No Jason I got this thanks.'' I said patting his back.

''You look nice.'' He said when he noticed my outfit. I chuckled and got in the car driving off.

Before getting at Bella's apartment I stopped to get her tea. After I got it I drove at her apartment and pulled over. Bella was already waiting for me outside and got in the car once she noticed me. ''You're late De Luca.'' She said. ''I'm sorry I got you your tea.'' I said and handed her the cup.

''Awe that's sweet thank you. By the way we are not taking the car with us. So get out.'' She said getting out of the car. I raised an eyebrow but didn't question her so I got out of the car.

''So how are we getting to wherever we're getting.'' I said. ''Let's go just follow me.'' She chuckled and I smiled wrapping an arm around her shoulders while we walked. We arrived at the subway and Bella went and bought two tickets.

''I could have paid that.'' I said. ''Nico I'm an independent woman. I can pay for stuff.'' She frowned causing me to chuckle. ''Okay okay woman.'' I said and she finished her tea and threw it away. She grabbed my hand in hers and we got in the train.

There wasn't an empty seat so we stood. I had Bella close to me so she didn't fall. She took out her phone and earphones. ''Okay so it might take a while to get there so I thought we could enjoy some music.'' She smiled. ''That's a great idea. But maybe we should listen to my playlist.'' I said. ''Excuse me do you wanna tell me that I have a bad taste in music?'' She asked. ''I never said that.'' I laughed softly.

I grabbed one of the earphones and she did the same. She went on her playlists and hit one of the songs then locked the phone and looked away. I smiled softly and licked my lips listening to the song that had just started.

Welcome to my world by Jim Reeves came on and I smiled looking at Bella. I was joking of course. Bellas music taste is similar to mine and I liked that.

Welcome to my world
Won't you come on in?
Miracles, I guess
Still happen now and then

I hummed softly and Bella smiled looking up at me. Her eyes looking deep in mine. Not just in my eyes but deep in my soul. It was scary. 

Step into my heart
Leave your cares behind
Welcome to my world
Built with you in mind

Knock and the door will open
Seek and you will find
Ask and you'll be given
The key to this world of mine

I'll be waiting here
With my arms unfurled
Waiting just for you
Welcome to my world

Waiting just for you
Welcome to my world

''Welcome to my world.'' I said softly to Bella. She smiled and got on her tippy toes placing a soft kiss on my lips. I smiled and leaned in kissing her again. I pulled away and noticed Bella looking towards someone. I turned and noticed she was looking at two girls that were basically checking me out giggling and shit.

''Don't worry. I have eyes for a certain woman.'' I smirked causing her to smile. ''Shut up Nico.'' She mumbled looking out of the window.

Twenty minutes later Bella took my hand in hers and dragged me out of the train. ''I'm sure you've never been at this side of the city.'' She said while walking. ''I mean I haven't not gonna lie.'' I chuckled. ''The question is how do you know about this side of the city?'' I asked raising an eyebrow. ''That's a huge story. I might tell you while we sit.'' She said.

''So you trust me?" I said and she glanced at me then back at the road. ''I might.'' She smiled. We stopped in front of a store. It looked vintage. It was cute. Bella opened the door and I followed. ''Grandma Ginevra.'' She called and an old lady walked out of a room and smiled. ''Bella. Honey hey.'' She said walking towards us pulling Bella in a hug. ''Oh I've missed you so much.'' She said. ''I missed you too.'' Bella said and they pulled away.

''And who is this handsome man?'' She asked causing me to chuckle. ''I'm Justin. Nice to meet you.'' I said sticking my hand out for her to shake. ''I'm Ginevra nice to meet you too young man.'' She said shaking my hand. ''Take a seat and I'll get back to you.'' She said before walking off.

We took a seat near the window and the fireplace. ''Grandma Ginevra?'' I asked Bella curious and she chuckled. ''She's not my real grandma. She's my grandmas best friend I just call her that cause I've known her since I was a kid.'' She said. ''That's cute.'' I said. ''Okay so what do you want to order kids?'' Ginevra asked us and I looked at Bella. ''We're going to get the lasagna and after that the special tiramisu of yours.'' Bella ordered and Ginevra smiled.

''I'll get them right away honey. I'm really glad you came over.'' She said smiling before walking off.

''So what's the story of this place?'' I asked. ''When I was a kid my parents were always busy they were and still are two workaholic people. I took it from them I guess.'' She chuckled and I smiled. ''I would come here because it was my grandmas and Ginevra's little restaurant. They have known each other since they were in school. My grandma was always there for me. She was there when I had my first fight and the principle wanted to call my parents but they never answered so I gave them my grandmas number and she came. She bought me an ice-cream after we left school.'' She chuckled softly and looked down.

''She was there when I needed her. When I decided to study and become a surgeon she was there to support me unlike my mother. She wanted me to become a lawyer just like her.'' She said causing me to frown.

''Why though?'' I asked ignoring the fact that her mother is a lawyer. ''She wanted me to inherit her law company.'' She shrugged. ''I'm glad you didn't become a lawyer.'' I said and she laughed. ''Of course who would have saved you then.'' She said and I laughed.

''True.'' I said. Ginevra brought us our food and after thanking her we started eating. ''I like this place.'' I said and Bella smiled. ''It can be our little getaway whenever we need a break from work.'' I added and she hummed. ''I totally agree.'' She smiled.

''Bella... I'm sure your grandma is very proud of you.'' I said squeezing her hand making her look at our hands then up at me and smile. ''I know. Thank you.'' She said and I nodded kissing her hand.

We talked about random stuff while eating. We had our dessert and Ginevra walked back at us. ''How much do we own you?'' I asked getting ready to take my wallet out but she stopped me. ''This is Bella's grandmas restaurant. I would never take money from Bella or her boyfriend.'' She said causing me to look at her.

Boyfriend.

We've been on dates but I haven't asked her yet to be my girlfriend.

''Thank you by the way the food was amazing.'' I smiled and she smiled back at us. ''Hopefully you come back again soon.'' She said and Bella stood up hugging her. ''I will grandma Gi. I love you.'' She said. ''I love you too my honey.'' She said kissing Bella's forehead.

''Well it was nice meeting you young man.'' She said and I nodded. ''Likewise.'' I said and she gave me hug before waving at us. I walked out of the restaurant with Bella and we made our way towards the beach.

I took her hand in mine and our fingers intertwining immediately. ''I'm really glad you enjoyed this date I had prepared for you. Of course I didn't book a whole restaurant but there was no one at grandma Gi's restaurant at this time so pretend I booked the restaurant for you.'' She said making me laugh. ''I loved every second of it. The food was amazing grandma Gi was amazing. It was better than my own date.'' I said and sighed causing her to laugh and kiss my cheek.

''Don't push it.'' She said and I smiled. ''Bella?'' I said looking at her. She looked at the view and hummed not looking at me. ''Be my girlfriend.'' I said and she turned at me. Her ocean eyes looking deep in mine making me forget my name. Fuck she's beautiful.

''I know it's not as romantic as you probably have imagined it but-''

''-yes.'' She interrupted me and I smiled. ''Yes?'' I asked causing her to smile wider. ''Yes I will be your girlfriend.'' She said and I picked her up spinning her around making her giggle. ''Nico put me down.'' She laughed. ''Nah I'm good.'' I said but put her down after a while. I cupped her face and leaned in kissing her. She kissed me back smiling while her hands rested on my wrists. I pulled away and rested my forehead on hers.

''I'm so fucking lucky to have found you in my life. No fucking joke.'' I said and she smiled. ''I mean you sure are a lucky man.'' She said and I laughed kissing her again.

I can't get over her. She's perfect and she's all mine.