The Mafia King's Unknown Doctor Wife novel Chapter 362

Elena tried to change directions but found herself at a dead end. Worst of all, the aisles were too cramped for her to slip by her step-mother. There was no way to avoid the woman.

"Are you ready to leave?"

Elena hadn't been ready to hear that deep, steady voice again, but between Massimo and her step-mother, Massimo was the clear winner—especially when he towered over Alessia, somehow still exuding safety and protection despite his most recent betrayal.

"Yes," Elena said simply. She set down the box she had picked up.

Massimo simply nodded. He reached out past Alessia—like she wasn't even there—and grabbed Elena's arm.

"Don Massimo," Alessia said, "what a pleasure it is to see—"

"I'm afraid we don't have time," Massimo interrupted, cold as ice. He moved into Alessia's space, forcing the smaller woman to move backwards. Then he pulled Elena to his chest, letting his other hand rest casually at her back.

Elena was glad for the rescue, but that didn't mean she was happy with Massimo's methods. Of course he would force her to pretend to be a loving couple now. Elena tried to remind herself that at least she was no longer trapped in place by her step-mother.

"Are you two heading out on a date?" Alessia questioned.

Massimo walked quickly away from her, dragging Elena along with him. Their backs were towards the older woman. "It's urgent business," Massimo replied dismissively.

"How cute! The two of you are really perfect for each other—you don't see other couples acting so eager this early in the morning anymore."

The only benefit of the store's small size was that it took barely any time to reach the exit.

"Good day, Alessia," Massimo said numbly, already pushing Elena out the door. Though Elena resented the lack of control, she appreciated that he was still firmly between herself and her step-mother.

"You, too, dear," Alessia replied, voice overly sweet. "Good luck on that upcoming investigation."

Elena could immediately feel how Massimo's body tensed up. He let go of Elena to turn and face Alessia directly. "What do you mean by that?" he asked darkly.

"Well, that everything with the FBI works out in your favor," Alessia said slowly. She chuckled awkwardly. "So, y'know, good luck."

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