Adriano & Cam
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I’m lying on the sofa, munching on grapes and watching a cooking show while Adriano massages my feet, which are in his lap.
“I love everything that chef makes. And I love him too. He’s cute!” I exclaim, tossing a grape into my mouth.
Adriano promptly stops rubbing my feet, so I wiggle my toes and groan in protest.
“You lose your right to a massage when you say that you love another man,” he teases and theatrically rests his hands behind his head.
I sit up and flinch from the kick to my ribs and a contraction. “Ow.”
Adriano immediately places his hand on my huge stomach. “What?”
“Contractions are stronger now.” Being past my due date, I’m used to having Braxton Hicks contractions, but today, I’ve noticed a difference in them. And as I rise, a gush of liquid rushes down my inner thighs.
I smile at Adriano. “It’s time.”
He frames my face in his hands and presses a hard kiss to my lips. “Then let’s go to the hospital and meet our little girl.”
***
“Push, Cam. Push,” so many voices say at once.
“I am!” I scream, sweat beading on my temples as I purse my lips.
“Push. Push. Push!”
“Oh my god. Shut the fuck up!” I throw back.
Adriano rears back and stares at me in complete shock, but when I see a grin tugging at his lips, I practically snarl at him, yet he keeps our hands entwined while I grip him, crushing his fingers. I send him a pleading look because I’m so tired.
He shifts my hair from my face and blows softly, which cools me a bit. “You’re doing great, sweetheart. She’s almost here. Come on, one more time.”
I lean forward to push again, determined to deliver this child.
“I can see the head,” Dr. Harper tells me.
Gritting my teeth, I give it all I have while yelling, “Get out!”
Vaguely, I hear people laugh and then another scream.
“Here she is,” Dr. Harper says as I laze back against the bed, breathing harshly. “Meet your baby girl, Cam.”
A lot is happening, but I’m dazed at first, and then the doctor rests my tiny baby, who hasn’t been cleaned up yet, on my chest. Adriano clasps my hand as we stare at her in wonder.
I check all her fingers and toes and touch her swollen, round little face. “Oh, she’s so small. I can’t believe we made this.”
I feel a kiss against my forehead. “She’s absolutely precious. I always knew we’d make a beautiful baby.”
Looking up, I’m met with Adriano’s adoring gaze on me, and he captures my mouth while stroking the baby. Then our focus is back on our girl, and all the pain of labor is forgotten. It’s replaced with bliss of the truest and purest kind.
Her eyes open, and they’re just as dark as Adriano’s.
“She has your eyes,” I say with a smile.
“She resembles you though.”
“You can’t see that,” I retort, and he gently caresses her head.
“Yes, I can. Welcome to the world, Amalia,” Adriano gives her the name we chose together. “I’m going to spoil you so much, my baby girl.” He kisses her head and weaves one of his hands into my hair, promising to me, “And I’m going to spoil you even more as well. Ti amo, angelo mio.” I love you, my angel.
We nuzzle each other, brushing our lips while holding on to our little bundle of joy. In a heaven of our own creation in the midst of a mafia world.
The end of Adriano and Cam.
Chicago Syndicate series – romantic suspense.
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Soraya Naomi
There’s one person who works just as hard on this series as I do, and that’s my amazing editor, Renee. Without you, this series wouldn’t be what it is today. Not only do I appreciate your unique talent as an editor, but I also value our friendship. So thank you, thank you, thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Thank you to my Cam for ensuring Adriano speaks correct Italian. Every time, it’s such a pleasure to learn from you.
Thank you to Cora for your honest and critical input. I value your opinion and our friendship so much.
Thank you to my Lief.
Thank you to the bloggers and ARC readers for your support.
And, as always, thank you to you for reading Adriano and Cam’s story.
TRADEMARKS ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The author acknowledges the trademarked status and trademark owners of the following wordmarks mentioned in this work of fiction:
Smith & Wesson: Smith & Wesson Corp.
Catwoman: DC Comics, Inc.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Soraya Naomi reads many genres but favors intense, seductive, and provocative novels where the male character loves fiercely, without remorse or boundaries. She has a passionate obsession with the written word and indulges in chocolate pastries much too often. Her debut novel For Fallon (Chicago Syndicate, #1) was released on July 26, 2014. She’s honored that For Fallon won “Best Breakout Novel 2014” in the Novel Grounds Semi Annual Literary Awards.
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ABOUT THE NOVEL
For Cam
Copyright © 2015 by Soraya Naomi
Published by Soraya Naomi
Book 4 of Chicago Syndicate series.
First digital edition published December 2015.
Second digital edition published April 2016.
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