Mobster's Vendetta

by Amy Rachiele

  Antonio rubs my shoulders, consoling me. Everyone begins to disperse. We’re going to be heading back to Palmetto soon.

  My father left for the airport with Ennio and the girls, as did Joey and Alex. My mother looks at Antonio and me severely.

  “You ready to go?” Antonio asks me, taking my hand.

  “Yup.”

  Antonio nods to Vito who goes to get the car. “Where are you going?” my mother asks, disgusted. “I just got here.”

  I take deep breaths to tamper down on my aggravation. “We’re going shopping,” I tell her.

  “What do you mean you’re going shopping? What could you possibly need?”

  “A...ring,” I say slowly.

  She screws up her face haughtily and unattractively. “What do you need a ring for?” she spits at me. Some things never change.

  “Didn’t you hear, mother?” I pause dramatically. “The mob boss’s son of Palmetto is getting married.”

  I enjoy the reaction I knew is coming. My mother clutches her chest and opens her mouth in horror. Last night, I received a call from a very ecstatic Antonio’s mom. I think we are going to get along great.

  “What?!” she yells upset. “What about college?! You’re supposed to be going to Notre Dame in the fall!”

  “Yeah, I changed my mind,” I inform her with my feet planted firmly. Heads turn around to look at us. “I decided I’m going into the family business.”

  Her face twists into ugly shock, and it leaves her speechless.

  I laugh inwardly at how out of touch my mother has truly been. She doesn’t rule my life anymore. I have to make my own decisions. I’ve never been as sure about anything.

  I was born into this life and becoming Mrs. Antonio Delisi, Jr., has always been my destiny. Things aren’t always going to be pretty and wrapped up in neat little packages. It isn’t always going to be rainbows and lollipops, but I’m with the man I love, and that is enough for me.

  Antonio brings my hand to his lips and kisses it softly. I look into his eyes, and I am home. He places his hand neatly on my lower back and leads me away. With each step towards the waiting car, the more excited I get. I’m ready to face our future together.

  Coming Soon:

  Mobster’s Angel, Vito and Erin’s story

  From the author:

  Thank you to all of the fans, new and old, of Antonio and Megan. I have truly enjoyed writing their story. Thank you very much to friends and family for your support. Thank you to my husband and son for giving me the time I needed to finish.

  Thank you to Toni for pushing me and to Summer for editing.

  What an amazing adventure!