His Promise: The Mafia’s Babies by C. Tamika novel Chapter 332

Chapter 332

“It’s a good thing you came here early, Lucas!” Mario carried a serious expression on his face. “Today I want to show you something which is only for family…today I want to show you the real Castillos.”

The real Castillos? Did that mean he was finally going to tell me their deepest secrets? Did that mean I could eventually distance myself from this family and leave sooner than expected?

Good, they were…hideous.

Who was I kidding? I enjoyed being here.

“The real Castillos?” I questioned as Mario pulled out a big map and threw it on the table. “Yes, so listen very well.”

Just as expected, that old man showed me a map of where they keep all their products and gave me the names of all their men and business partners. Apparently, Mario trusted me so much that he didn’t know he was serving me his downfall.

All he could see was Carmela’s lost son.

“Why are you telling me all of this?”

“Because I want you to know that I accept you and trust you.”

He trusted mË.

“Aren’t you afraid I’ll report all of this?”

“I’m Mario Castillo.” The man held his head high.

“I’ve got nothing to be afraid of.” He spoke with open arms. I admired his confidence, but George Torres was not someone to underestimate, and neither was 1.

I was here to destroy him, and George was willing to do anything to advance Maddens and to get back his only daughter.

“Thank you for being honest with me.”

“Anything for my son.” Mario nodded. “My only son from the love of my life, Carmela.”

I felt a strange feeling in my heart. My only son from the love of my life, Carmela. For some reason, those words did something to me.

It made me think whether starting an alliance with George was really that necessary. I hated Mario for missing a father figure growing up. I hated him. I wanted to destroy him-but at the same time, I was ready to forgive him. Everything he said about his love for mom was true, and the maids confirmed it

As Elena suggested, I spoke to the maids who had nothing but love and praise for Mario Castillo and mom, who they had never forgotten about

Linda is the one you should worry about,’ The maids spoke shamelessly. She used every strength in her body to keep those two apart

Why could they not tell Mario about it? Easy, accusing his wife without evidence would leave them killed.

I had promised George to help him catch Marvin, but after getting to know my brother-I didn’t believe him to be the bad guy either. Despite his cold aura and his monstrous business ways, Marvin was a warm person who cared for The Castillos.

‘I wasn’t looking for a new brother, a detective at that, but you seem decent-so you can visit any time you want.’ He spoke sincerely at lunch, giving me a backhanded compliment. I didn’t mind, though. The thought of having a brother was already enough for me.

I had to confront that woman.

I had to confront Linda.

It was many years ago, so she would surely apologize.

There was no other way.

Whether I would throw the Castillos under the bus with the information I had just received or betray George would all depend on Linda’s answer.

My decision, my hatred for the Castillos-would all depend on her,

“Dad.” It came out so naturally.

Mario smiled. “Yes, son?”

“Do you really trust me that much?”

Mario grabbed my hands. “With all my life.” He spoke warmly. “I don’t know your plans, but I need you to know that I’m proud of you, and I trust you.

I pulled back my hands. Would he know? No, of course, he couldn’t.

All kind gestures aside, if he was aware of my contact with George Torres, he would also know about his daughter and would have her head at once.

I was a detective, but George and Alex Torres were DEA agents. It was different.

“I think I’ll go for a walk-so if you’ll excuse me.”

“Should I come with?”

“No.” I sighed, guilt washing over me. “You should continue whatever you were doing

I left behind a confused Mario and made my way downstairs to find Linda as endless thoughts went through my head.