Trapped by Seven Mafia Wolves novel Chapter 161

Andrei drags a hand down his face the “I can’t believe this is my bloodline” gesture.Lukat gestures at Matteo with his juice carton. “Can we also talk about the thing that crawled in

here?“Andrei raises his eyebrow.

“I believe that, thing, is your brother. Anyways, remember tonight we’re going to see the lights, alright? So, no dying before 5 pm.

Hours Later. By the time the sun sets, we’re standing in the middle of a glowing wonderland.Lights everywhere.Strands of soft, golden bulbs crisscross above us like stars caught

in a web.

Trees wrapped in shimmering blues and silvers.

Lanterns hanging from branches like floating wishes.

Warm light reflecting off snow in tiny diamonds.

And the big archway at the entrance–swirling with white, gold, and a soft blush–pink that feels like stepping into a dream.

It looks like the world decided to sparkle for one night.My breath fogs in the cold air as I take it all

in, heart full and warm.My phone buzzes in my pocket.

I pull it out and see the group chat blowing up: Mia: WHERE RU COME SEE US U SLOTHS Damion: I swear, somebody better show up. Mia’s talking my car off. Oh, to be deafMia: At least I have things to talk about. All you do is talk about a certain blonde Zoe: we’re going to the cocoa stand, but Liam

tripped on ice LMFAOLiam: and i almost fucking died ty very muchThe air in front of me fogs as I laugh and respond.Me: I’m about to leave right now ade: I might be a little late. My dads are forcing

me to do a fashion show before I leave A smile tugs at my lips.

“Hey,” I say, nudging Raphael’s arm, “I’m gonna go meet up with my friends now.

“He barely turns, because he is currently using one arm to keep Jace from sprinting toward Santa with an electric razor, and the other to hold Matteo by the hood because Matteo spotted a gaming

store across the plaza and tried to make a run for it.

“Have fun, Rora!” Raphael calls over his shoulder, voice strained.

“LET ME JUST SHAVE A LITTLE–SANTA WON’T NOTICE-“Jace screeches, kicking his legs.

“HEY HAVE A LIMITED EDITION DROP” Matteo growls, climbing Raphael like a koala. Raphael grits his teeth. “No. Both of you. Stop. You’re adults act like it

“Leon, Luka, Nico, and Andrei stand behind him, watching the chaos like it’s peak entertainment.

Haugh, stuffing my hands into my pockets, warmth blooming in my chest.

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“Okay, I’m going before you all get banned,” I say.

“Be safe,” Andrei calls out.

“I will. Love you!” I call back.

But I shake my head and step into the sea of lights

glow that makes the whole world feel bright.

toward the laughter of my friends and the soft

The lights flicker across the snow as I spot my friends near a cocoa stand.Mia waves both arms like she’s signaling a helicopter.

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