I was standing at the rooftop of my A.V. Group headquarters on the helipad, having a cigar in my hand. Running several companies and a mafia is one heck of a job, but I love it. The power I hold and being able to do whatever I want feels great. I love seeing fear in people's eyes once they realize who I am. Especially when they dare to betray or deny me. That's exactly what will happen now. Nobody ever dares to mess with me.

I was waiting for a special guest this evening, as I took a few puffs from my cigar. They'll be here in a few minutes, as Alex had informed me beforehand. I stood at the edge of the helipad Facing the west side of the city, I turned to the east side of the building on the helipad that's facing the Hudson River and where the Statue of Liberty can clearly be seen. Standing in all its glory on Liberty Island, in New York Harbor. The view was nice, but unfortunately I won't be able to stay here for long.

I couldn't wait any longer so I called up Alex to ask what's taking so damn long. "Sorry boss, this motherfucker tried to run away. No worries though cause we caught him before he was able to slip from our hands'' he said. This pezzo di merda (piece of shit) really thinks that he'd be able to run away that easily, what a pathetic coward. I'll make him go through hell today for his actions. Out of all the people in my organization, he should've been known that nothing would get away from me.

This fucker Aldo was the one responsible for our raid that occurred on my ship a week ago. He set up the whole plan with the Irish mafia. Now it's time to interrogate him and find his reasons. I could've easily done this at my warehouse beating him to pulp in every possible way but I couldn't since I have meetings to attend, so not wasting any time I decide to meet up here. Who knows I probably might not do too much and just go easy on him. Let's just hope god is on his side to save him from the devil wrath, I smirked to myself.

I heard footsteps approaching me and I turned around to see my men holding on to Aldo, guarding him. His face was already messed up, I'm pretty sure he probably gave a fucking hard time to Alex, which caused him to be in that state. As my men tied him up against the medal poll by the room on top of the rooftop, Alex walked up to me with two envelopes in his hand. I opened the first one which had all the evidence of his work with the Irish mafia.

"I'm guessing you already know why you're here Mr. Knight '' I said walking down the stairs from the helipad to the rooftop of the building and walking up to him. "You really had the guts to mess with someone like me, didn't you?" I asked grabbing him by his hair harshly to look me in the eyes. He didn't even budge except smirking at me. "Yes, .... yes I did. And I would do it again with no regrets'' he replied back gritting loudly. This is interesting and it's making me so much more eager to have some fun. I loosened up my tie and took off my Rolex not wanting some other fucker's blood stain on it and handed it over to Alex. I punched him several times until I broke his jaw. He coughed out all the blood that was in his mouth and spat at me causing the blood to scattered all over my dress shirt. This testa di cazzo (dick head) is really getting me pissed now. I would've loved it even more if I had him tied up back in my warehouse using my most deadliest utensils to punish him, but for now we had to work with what we have.

I grabbed the black folding pocket knife from Alex's hand and stabbed him right in his shoulder all the way to forearm not once, not twice, but three times, making sure I caused him enough pain by moving the knife in slow motion around the wounds. Then connected the wounds together like connecting the dots in a puzzle. His screams resonated throughout the city on the rooftop, but no one was here to help him and I loved that. The blood oozing from his body and it's fresh smell had awakened the beast inside me even more. I backed off for a second until I asked him again.

"Why? Why did you betray me? Making me lose over thirty million dollars of my investment. I won't let that go so easily" I asked. He kept quiet, while struggling to breath. I waited for a minute and cracked my neck when I asked him one more time, getting irritated with him not speaking up. "why damn it, why? Answer '' I screamed loudly, not giving two shits if someone hears me. I needed to know and if he doesn't I have my own ways to find out later. "I won't answer, because I have nothing to lose. Do whatever the fuck you want" he said. I repeated the same torture on him again but on his other shoulder and on one of his knees. By now he was barely able to breath and already looked like a dead corpse. So I decided to use my last card with him. "Really? you have nothing to lose?.... what about your daughter?" I said, giving him a smirk. He instantly looked up at me shockingly, he really thought he could hide her from the world and no one would know that he has a daughter.

"You don't want anything happening to your precious daughter now do you?... If not, last I remember Alex told me that she's a college student. She's the perfect age, in a world like ours to make some extra cash.... you get what I'm saying right?" I said bending down to his level, looking him in the eyes. Worry was evident on his face, but he chose not to show it and looked down again.

"I don't care, do whatever you want with her. It's not like I ever considered her as my daughter anyways" he replied back. "Also Ventalli I'm not that stupid to reveal any information to you, because I know I'm going to die anyways" he said with no emotions, staring into space. Fuck, this motherfucker won't open his god damn mouth. "Then unfortunately, I have no other option as you stated other than finishing you off for good. But I have to give you props though for being a loyal ass slave" I said smirking. "And as for your daughter.... I feel bad because now she will have to suffer and pay the price for the rest of her life for your mistakes'' I said standing back up, and grabbing the gun from Alex's hands. Without wasting any time, I shot him three times on his chest, his blood splattering on my face and clothes and one last time in the head to finish him off. Now this is what satisfies me the most, finishing off disloyal ass bastards like him suffering in their own pool of blood. What pleasing sight to see isn't it now? I thought. Anyone who dares to betray me won't see another day of their life once I get my hands on them, and that's exactly what this fucker got. Grabbing my handkerchief from my pocket I wiped off his blood from my face, throwing the gun back to Alex.

"Find the girl as soon as possible, and clear up the mess quickly without any evidence" I informed Alex and back down to my office. I called up James to send me over a new suit to my office instantly. He did as I asked him to and I went over to my room to change into the new suit. Also yes, I have a room connecting to my office, mostly because I would usually spend my nights here and have time to head back home. It's more convenient for me since I like to work late into the night.

Once I was ready, I headed back out to my office. James was already waiting for me so we both could head out to the conference room for our meeting with some directors who would like to work on a show to be aired on my compose media channels. If I liked the idea that they propose, then I'll just agree to it and pass the rest down to my employees in that area. I don't have too much time to focus on that since I have other work to take care of also, which reminded me that I also have to attend the party for tonight at ESU, fuck.

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"Mr. Ventalli, you will be giving a five minute speech to the students regarding their academic excellence and graduation, then the awards ceremony will begin shortly after that. You also have a meeting scheduled with the school board about its charity events.... and that's about it for today" James said out loud and I nodded my head. "Make sure you're there on time, James" I let him know before leaving my office along with Alex and headed home.

"Any information on the girl?" I asked Alex heading towards our cars. "No boss. We're still looking into it" he responded. I nodded my head. I need to get my hands on her as soon as possible before she gets any news about Aldo's death because once she finds out she'll definitely make a run for it. "What about Omar? Have you talked to him?" I asked him changing my demeanor and talk back as friends, since we're practically not working now. "Yeah I have, he's totally gone wild" he replied back with a laugh.

"Ever since you sent him on a mission with one of the Capo's in Miami, he's saying that his life has not been the same bro" he said. I laughed, that idiots probably have the time of his life but he's trying to pretend like he's suffering. "His mission is almost complete, when will he be heading back?" I asked as we reached our cars while Anthony greeted me. I sent him on a mission to make a deal with the Japanese mafia by helping them fight against their enemies. They are one of our biggest allies, so I had to step up to give them a helping hand since they help my organization transport weapons illegally around the world. So, I put Omar in charge so that everything goes smoothly and it did. He is also a part of my friend group and someone I trust wholeheartedly. "In about two or three days" and I nodded my head in response.

I heard my phone buzz in my pocket. I reached for my pocket to see who it was and was Amanda. I didn't want to pick her so I decided to let go on voicemail. "Why aren't you answering her calls?" Alex asked after two missed calls. I looked at him and asked how he knew it's her. "She calls me and asks for you all the time. I think you should tell her how you actually feel and not bring her hopes up so high" he said.

"What do you think I haven't, I already did. Even before we went in too deep I had warned her that there are no feelings or commitments in whatever we have, but of course she didn't listen. Now that my mother and the whole world knows about us, she's trying to take advantage of the situation, but I won't allow it. I'm the one in charge, she started this game and I'll end it" I said clenching my jaw tight. "I think that's the right move then, better than giving her hope" he said. I nodded my head thinking about meeting up with her to put an end to everything. She'll soon realize who she's trying to mess with or else the outcome won't be so great for her. "Okay Dan, ci vediamo (See you soon) in two hours" he said and headed to his Range Rover while I sat in my Lamborghini Urus and went home to get ready for tonight's event.

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I had just arrived at my hotel where this party was being held. Alex and I both met up with the hosts of the party which were the board of trustees and directors. I'm one of their biggest charity donator's, so I get invited every year to their yearly events but this one has to be the most important. This event is organized every year by my charity organization for all the students who receive scholarships and are graduating. After all I have to show myself as a righteous businessman, who gives back to its people but making sure to conceal my disingenuous appearance by doing these acts of kindness. I smile smugly to myself. I am one selfish and a manipulative jerk, playing with people minds.

I was seated on stage with the university's board directors and all other influential people, where they gave their speech and awards to students with highest academic achievements. I gave my fifteen minute inspirational speech to the students and encouraged them to work hard in life and never give up.

I ended my speech with a quote saying "be somebody that nobody thinks you can be and change their thoughts but most importantly if you face challenges remember that tough situations build strong people. With that said ladies and gentlemen I would like to congratulate you all on your graduation and wish you all the best, thank you!" I said and retreated back to my seat as everyone clapped. The awards were given out immediately after my speech because I was in a rush to get the meeting over with the board and leave right after. Today was one heck of a day, and I'm in no mood to stay here any longer.

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I was sipping on my red wine while chatting with Mr. Alfonsi, who was one of the school directors when my eyes caught sight of someone familiar, who was seated at the far end corner of the ballroom. More specifically it was the same hazel eye beauty from last week. I couldn't believe my eyes that it was her, so I turned away for a second and closed my eyes to make sure. I opened my eyes to look back if she was actually there or not and as usual she wasn't. It was just my mind playing games with me.

Over the last week, I haven't been able to forget those eyes. They just keep on reappearing over and over again. Whenever I try to relax, they just take over my whole mind wishing if I could see them one more time. I don't know what it is, but if I do see that girl again for some reason I don't I would be able to hold back. I would love to explore more and see what lays inside those beautiful hazel orbs. Honestly speaking just thinking about them is turning me on, I wonder how they would look when I make her beg for me. Fuck, I need to get a hold of myself and control. I really need to get laid tonight, and hopefully I forget about them.

"Mr. Ventalli, the meeting will be starting soon. Why don't we start heading to the conference room?" Asked Mr. Alfansi, bringing me back to my senses. "Yeah, sure. Let's go" I said changing my demeanor and my mind to full work mode, while removing those thoughts from my mind now. Maybe once I'm done with this meeting I'll probably just head over to one of my clubs to have a few drinks and get laid, since I need to rest my mind for some time.

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Once I was done with the meeting everybody had already left but I stayed behind for a cigarette. I called up Alex on my phone to inform Anthony that I'll be leaving soon so he can get the car ready. I was about to leave when Mr. Alfonsi's wife came in the conference room suddenly. She walked up to me smiling and stood in front of me. "Thank you so much Mr. Ventalli for your charitable work that you do for the university and the students' ' Mrs.Alfonsi said, giving me a seductive smile while shaking my hand and moving her fingers along it. I knew exactly what she was trying to do even though I have warned her not to mess with me several times already. If she dare to do anything, she will get a taste of her own medicine today, I thought to myself and laughed out loud.

"It's my pleasure to be able to give back, but with that said I'll take my leave" I said laughing while trying to remove my hand from her but she won't let me. She pulled herself up close to me and wrapped her arms around my body. She grabbed my right hand and placed it right on her ass, while kissing me. We kissed for a good three minutes and we're breathless until I realized what I was doing. I instantly pushed her off me that second. "Fuck off, didn't I warn you about this shit before? Didn't I?" I howled at her. "Daniel please, I need you" she whines coming near me again.

"Do you not have any shame? or care about your two kids?" I asked her up close to her face. This bitch doesn't even deserve to be a mother and with a man like Michael, he's way too good for her. I can't believe he still hasn't got to know how much of a whore she is sleeping around. She completely dodged my question and tried to kiss me again but I grabbed her by her neck up against the wall. "As much as I want to fuck you raw right now on this damn table for my own sexual needs, though I won't" I stated hearing the door open revealing Alex. "So it would be best for you to put an end to this or else you know once I get pissed, it won't be good for you" I said furiously making everything clear to her. I let go of her and fixed my suit, making sure I was presentable and walked away.

I stopped midway and looked at her. "By the way, I warned you a few times already, didn't I?" I said with narrowed eyes. "Now I think I should do what I should've done way before. Alex?" "Yes boss" he asked behind me. "Make sure you send a copy of the last twenty minutes recording to Mr. Alfonsi, he needs to be aware of the shit his wife does behind his back" I said walking away. "Okay" he nodded his head. She tried pleading to me but I just walked away and let my guards handle her.

I started walking up the corridor from the conference room in my hotel, with my bodyguards on each side. I wasn't going to return back into the ballroom for the party even though there still was three more hours left until it ended, so I just walked right past it to the lobby. I decided on going to my club on the east side for some drinks.

As we walked further into the hallway, I saw a couple making out and ignored it. For some reason, something didn't seem right about them but I let it go. I continued walking and stopped until I heard the man scream calling her a bitch while the girl screamed for help from Alex. "Help please. This man is harassing me" I turned around not able to see her face but her hand which was holding on to Alex's arm.

"Alex, what's wrong?" I asked. The girl looked back at me and I couldn't believe what I was seeing. It was her, the same hazel eyes that I have been craving to see. She was actually here. This means I wasn't dreaming before when I saw her in the ballroom. She was dressed modestly in a red dress with her long and luscious waist length hair full on display, unlike last time. I looked her from head to toe and she looks fucking beautiful I thought. I was able to make out her upper body this time since there was no scarf to cover it up and her dress fitted her perfectly showing her perfect bosom. Though I was a little disappointed not being able to see her behind because of her dress being loose there. Seeing her in this red dress I can definitely say that red is her color making her appear more exquisite. I couldn't believe my eyes that it was actually her. Ever since the day I had seen her I couldn't stop thinking about her.