In His Grasp: A Mafia Romance novel Chapter 76

Chapter 76: A Kiss from Him

Lilly returned with pasta and hot cocoa. "Clark, why don't you join us for a little snack? It's teatime."

"Thank you, I'd like a cup of coffee," Clark replied without hesitation.

"Alright, I'll prepare that for you," Lilly was as cheerful as a little bird. She set the dishes down and then dashed into the kitchen.

"You've got a great chef," Clark remarked, looking at Lilly.

"She's my friend," Isabella said, truly considering Lilly as her friend. Despite the age gap, they had a strong connection. They could enjoy the same reality shows, have a crush on the same male celebrities, and share personal matters. Lilly had always offered her valuable advice, and she had been a source of comfort during Isabella's worst moments.

In the darkest times, Lilly had been there to uplift her spirits.

Clark chuckled. "You and Emanuele have something in common. He often treats his subordinates like family."

He recalled Emanuele's sorrow and guilt after the loss of a driver. To be honest, he couldn't comprehend those emotions. He was the kind of person who had affection for everyone but never allowed it to grow too deep. He believed that for a Mafia boss, developing deep emotional ties could be dangerous and make them a vulnerable target for enemies.

Given the constant dangers surrounding them, their enemies might target their loved ones despite all precautions. He had prepared himself to lose family members, even his wife, if necessary.

Watching Isabella eat with such vitality, Clark, the woman soon to become his wife, was captivating. She was more spirited now than she had been before. When he had first seen her today, he had almost failed to recognize her. After some time apart, she had become incredibly frail, lying in bed as if she might pass away at any moment.

Yet here she was, quickly recovering her spirit, eating heartily, and indulging in sweets. Perhaps he could take her to a dessert shop next time, Clark contemplated.

"After we finish eating, let's go shopping for some clothes you'd like," he suggested to Isabella.

"Can I go out now? Won't it be dangerous?" Isabella asked, the threatening message she had received still fresh in her mind. She knew that staying in the apartment was the safest option.

"It's okay; I'll protect you, and I have the best security team with me," Clark assured her. The people around him were among the top-tier bodyguards in Canada. If they couldn't ensure their safety, the entire apartment wouldn't be secure.

"Alright," Isabella agreed. She felt like she hadn't been outside for a long time. Ever since the series of assassination attempts, she had tried to avoid going out. Even when she did, she returned quickly, afraid of encountering unforeseen dangers. Now that Clark said they could go out together and reassured her about safety, Isabella felt she could relax and enjoy a little outing.

After eating, Isabella felt much better, and Lilly brought her some medication. "To ensure your complete recovery, make sure to take your medicine on time," Lilly told her with a warm smile.

"Thank you," Isabella replied, touched by Lilly's care.

Lilly also provided a khaki windbreaker for Isabella to wear. "You're still quite weak; be careful not to catch a cold."

Isabella looked at Clark as he examined her. She couldn't help but smile. "Lilly seems like my mom."

"I wouldn't mind having a beautiful daughter like you," Lilly responded with a smile.