Exposed to the CEO Behind the Mafia Mask (by Silver Spoon) novel Chapter 185

Chapter 185: Chapter 185 Lost Memory Found

Ivy’s POV

Caleb swept me up into his powerful arms with the fluid grace of a predator. Pressed against his chest, I felt weightless as he carried me through the sprawling mansion, past armed guards who averted their eyes respectfully, up the marble staircase, and down the shadowed corridor until we reached the master suite’s heavy oak doors.

"Would you mind getting the door for me, tesoro?" His voice held that dangerous softness that made my pulse race.

I reached out to grasp the brass handle, turning it slowly before pushing the reinforced door open. Caleb stepped inside with me still cradled in his arms, then gently set me on my feet before turning to engage the multiple locks behind us.

My breath caught as I took in the transformed space. Gemma had clearly orchestrated every detail with military precision. Floor-to-ceiling bulletproof windows dominated one wall, with reinforced French doors that opened onto a private terrace overlooking the moonlit gardens and guard towers below. The room glowed with intimate lighting from dozens of candles nestled inside ornate wrought iron lanterns positioned strategically throughout the space.

The massive bed commanded the center of the room, draped in luxurious pearl-colored silk sheets that probably cost more than most people’s cars. What stole my breath was the canopy that hadn’t existed this morning. Delicate cream fabric cascaded from an elaborate ceiling fixture, creating an ethereal sanctuary around the bed. The gossamer material was artfully draped and tied back on three sides like theatrical curtains, while tiny lights were woven throughout the fabric, casting an almost magical glow.

In the corner, a round mahogany table held an elaborate display fit for a Don’s private celebration. A towering arrangement of deep red roses served as the centerpiece, flanked by a silver ice bucket cradling Dom Perignon, crystal flutes that caught the candlelight, and a porcelain plate of chocolate-dipped strawberries. But what made my heart skip was the single slice of decadent chocolate cake positioned beside everything else. Every element had been carefully chosen, every detail planned to perfection for this moment. Caleb stood watching me, his ice-blue eyes bright with nervous anticipation I’d never seen from the ruthless Don.

"Caleb, this is absolutely breathtaking. Everything is perfect." My voice was barely above a whisper, my eyes shining with unshed tears.

Soft romantic melodies began flowing from hidden speakers, filling the room with gentle music that seemed almost innocent compared to the violence that usually surrounded our world. Caleb’s hands found my waist, drawing me against his powerful frame as he buried his face in my hair, breathing in deeply before his lips curved into a satisfied smile. We began moving together in a slow, intimate dance, swaying to the tender rhythm.

"Forever mine, Ivy. You have no idea how many sleepless nights I spent thinking about you, replaying every moment of what happened between us at that underground auction. You completely captivated me that night." His words were punctuated by feather-light kisses along my jawline and down my neck. I wound my arms around his broad shoulders, pulling him closer.

"You consumed my thoughts just as much. I still have that dress, those shoes, even the mask carefully preserved in a box. I kept the perfume too, but when I started working for your organization, I made the decision to wear it every single day."

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