Claimed By The Mafia Rogue King (Snow and Cupid) novel Chapter 243

Chapter 243

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I watched her sleep for a long time, her fingers still tangled in mine like she was afraid I’d vanish if she let go.

Soft breaths. Lashes dark against pale cheeks. The faint crease between her brows even in sleep, like the weight of the world never fully left her.

Gently, I kissed her temple, lingering there, breathing her in then carefully slipped my hand free. She stirred once, fingers flexing, searching, but didn’t wake.

I dressed in silence. Loose shorts, plain black t–shirt. Quiet as a shadow, I slipped out of the room.

The hallway was dim, lit only by low wall sconces. I paused outside Yasmin’s door, pushed it open just enough to see.

She was asleep, curled small under the covers, face slack for once. Mother sat at the edge of the bed, hand resting lightly on Yasmin’s ankle like she could anchor her daughter to safety through touch alone.

Marlik stood by the window, back to the room, arms crossed, staring into the dark like he could fight whatever demons were still

out there.

I stepped inside.

Mother looked up immediately.

“Is it true?” Her voice was barely a breath, raw, trembling. “Is it… is it true your lover was… was…”

“You don’t need to worry about it, Mom.” I kept my voice low, gentle. I crossed to her and took her hands, urging her up. “You should rest now. It’s late.”

She pulled away. Small, stubborn refusal.

“I shouldn’t worry?” Her eyes searched mine, wide, terrified. “Jahan… I know you. I know what you are, even after all these years apart. You don’t let things like this go.”

I swallowed.

She turned to Marlik, voice cracking. “You knew too? That she’s one of Feroz’s victims? I’m asking you, Marlik.”

“Yeah.” He didn’t turn around. “He told me.”

Mother exhaled shaky, defeated, knowing exactly what kind of hell was coming.

“So now what?” she whispered. “What now, Jahan? Please don’t tell me blood is coming. I can’t… I can’t lose any more of you.”

“I don’t want you to panic, Mom.”

“I will panic!” The words burst out sharp, too loud. Yasmin stirred, whimpered softly, then settled again. Mother lowered her voice to a fierce whisper. “Jahan, listen to me. That man, Feroz is evil. If you go after him, I… I can’t guarantee what will happen to you. To any of us.”

“I’m not going after him.” I kept my tone even, calm. “Snow will report to the authorities. H.OW.L. They’ll take care of justice.”

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She blinked, relief flickering, fragile.

“You’re sure? The authorities will handle it? Not… you?”

I nodded.

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She exhaled again shaky, almost a sob, and let me guide her out of Yasmin’s room and into hers. When she climbed into bed, I pulled the covers over her shoulders and sat on the edge.

Silence fell thick, heavy.

She reached for my hand, thumb stroking over my knuckles.

“You love her?”

I nodded with a swallow.

“Yeah.”

“She’s… so beautiful. So precious.” Her voice cracked. “I wonder what the world is turning into when our girls can’t grow up safe. Is she okay?”

“She’s asleep.”

“You should remind her how important she is. Many forget that after… after something like that happens. You know what to do, right?”

I nodded, quiet.

“Right.” I leaned down, kissed her temple. “Good night, Mom.”

I turned off the lamp.

Closed the door softly behind me.

Marlik was waiting in the hallway, arms crossed, expression unreadable.

Our eyes met.

Without a word, he headed downstairs.

I followed.

He went straight to the bar counter. I joined him, poured myself a drink. The burn of whiskey helped steady the storm inside.

“If Mom knew what you really are,” Marlik said quietly, “she’d have a heart attack.”

I downed the glass in one swallow, sighed tiredly, leaning against the counter.

“She knows enough.”

He studied me for a long moment.

“Is she okay? Your girl.”

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“Yeah. She’s asleep. Had to wear her out before she’d finally rest.” I glanced toward the living room. “Where’s her friend?”

“Guest room. Still in shock. She didn’t know, despite being her best friend?”

“Snow only found out the full truth a few days ago.”

I sighed, looking around to see Desmond sprawled on the couch, phone glowing against his face.

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