Episode 6

Some time later, the security guards called for Alice, it was time to take her to the salon, however, she didn't want her brother to accompany her.

"You don't need to come with me, I'll be fine. I trust what you told me and I don't believe he can do anything. He will follow the rules, so go do your things and get ready, so we won't be late."

On one hand, Augusto felt hurt that she didn't want him to accompany her, but on the other hand, it was good to see her stronger and more fearless as she was showing in that moment. He accompanied her to the outside of the house, Alice still gave him a smile before getting into the car, and he went back inside.

On that particular day, Augusto had been excused from his duties due to the event that evening. The head of security gave him the day to take care of his things, and that's what he did. He prepared some of his things that day, in case the plan went wrong as his friend Mark warned him. He had to be prepared, but he hoped Pietro would give up on that idea.

Hours passed, Augusto and his family started getting ready. They didn't want to be late, as it would be an additional reason to create problems with the host of the party, and they didn't want that. When Alice arrived, they were all ready. She looked stunning even in those jeans, her hair and makeup only emphasized her beauty.

Alice just smiled at her family and went upstairs to change. Her mother followed to help, and when she came downstairs, Augusto thought she looked breathtaking. She was wearing a red dress that was also sent by Pietro. In that moment, he realized that his little princess had turned into an incredible woman, and with that realization, he had even more certainty about what he was willing to do to protect her.

"You look amazing," he complimented her, a bit emotional.

"Indeed... You look beautiful, my daughter," he said, almost crying.

"Thank you both, but you're biased," she replied with a beautiful smile.

"Dear, I have one more recommendation for tonight. Avoid doing anything that might upset Pietro. Just pretend you're enjoying everything and having fun."

Augusto didn't like that he said that at that moment. He wanted to keep seeing that smile on his sister's face, and his father's comment made it disappear.

"Do you really have to bring up this topic, father? You ruined the mood."

"That wasn't my intention, but you, better than anyone, know how Pietro is. I just don't want your sister to go through anything by acting impulsively."

Before Augusto could respond, his mother approached and held Alice's hand.

"Darling, I know this isn't what you dreamed of, and it's not what we wanted either, but unfortunately, we can't do anything except make things less complicated. Look, Pietro has been treating you very well these days, hasn't he? Maybe with you, he's not the monster everyone knows him to be. I also got married without even knowing your father, that's how it works in our world. But look at us now, we're happy and have two wonderful children," she tried to comfort her.

"Mom, don't compare dad to that man. He is a cold-blooded killer who has been killing since he was a child. How can my father be compared to him? Not to mention how most mafia men treat their women, they are violated, beaten, and locked up like animals. I don't want that for myself."

Augusto didn't want that topic to continue, so he decided to intervene and change the subject.

"Enough! Let's change the topic, or everyone's mood won't be good."

He knew everything she had said was true, and he wasn't willing to let her go through that. He might go through it himself if his plan failed, but she, Augusto didn't want her to go through that torment. Luckily, one of the security guards knocked on the door and entered, not even waiting for it to be opened, so that topic was completely dropped.

"It's time, we need to go."

Everyone left and there was a limousine waiting for them. Augusto could tell that Pietro was not holding back, even with what he was doing for her. As they headed to the location, he even questioned if that man could truly be in love with his sister. Regardless, he would follow her will and not his.

They arrived at Pietro's parents' house, where the party was going to take place. The house was a beautiful mansion with a large, lovely side garden. From the number of cars being parked there, it was clear that there were many people at the party. Alice was nervous, realizing it was a big event, and Augusto had no idea what Pietro could be planning for that night.

As soon as the car stopped, one of the security guards opened the door. They got out, with Alice being the last one, still seeming a bit hesitant. Her brother reached out his hand and helped her out of the car, showing his support for her.

"Don't worry, I'll be by your side the entire party," he tried to reassure her.

They walked in, and the applause began. Alice held onto her brother's arm even tighter. Augusto soon noticed that Pietro was coming towards them, but found it strange that he was staring at him instead of looking at his sister. He even thought that maybe Pietro had discovered his plan. But as always, the look he gave him made him freeze, and it was only when he was very close that Pietro turned his gaze to Alice.

"You look truly beautiful," he complimented her with a slight smile. He extended his arm to her, and she looked at her brother as if seeking his help. But Augusto couldn't stop her from going with him, so he just nodded, indicating that she should go with that man. Even if he took her for a walk around the party, he would still keep his word to stay close to her.

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