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"Papá!" The girls yelled as they ran to me. I couldn't feel happier. I kneeled down to their level and picked them both up in my arms, making sure to hug them tight.
"How are my girls? You both look so beautiful." I exclaimed as I gave them both kisses on their cheeks.
Bellamy and Bay giggled. "Stop papá!" Bellamy beamed as she pushed my face away from hers.
"What? You don't want papá's kisses?" I asked sarcastically as I made a feign frown.
"No." She shook her head as I chuckled at her scrunched up nose and blunt response. She reminded me of her mother then. Jordan always scrunches her nose up when she's embarrassed or disguised with something, it's quite cute if you ask me.
Carrying them in my arms, I strolled towards my recently purchased vehicle, which was larger than my pricey two-seater and could accommodate my growing family. I buckled them up in their carseats as we headed off to the gelato ice cream parlor down the street.
I asked Jordan earlier in the week if I could pick them up from school today, which she easily agreed to. I wanted to spend some time and bond a little more with them. This gelato place we're going to in particular is very special to me. My mamá, Guilia used to take my sister and I here all the time when we were younger and I wanted to share it with the twins and hopefully make memories here with them in the future.
"Gelato!" My kids screamed in excitement as they bolted inside, ready to try each flavor. Surprisingly, it was pretty empty, only a few people peacefully eating their dessert, paying no mind to us.
After some time, Bay finally chose the flavors fragola [strawberry] and limone [lemon] while Bellamy picked cocomero [watermelon] and lime. I decided to go with pesca [peach] as it's always been a favorite of mine. I let the girls choose the table which was more towards the back of the place which I silently approved of.
"So did you guys have fun at school today?" I asked after we all got settled and took a couple of bites of our gelato.
"Mhmmm." Bay energetically nodded her head, swallowing the scoop she just put in her mouth. "We did gymnastics today in gym class, it was really fun! I did a lot of cartwheels with Vittoria. We also made a new friend. She's new. Her name is Luna." She smiled happily as she rambled on.
"That's good, Bay. I'm glad your making friends and having fun." I responded happily as we each took a bite of our gelato. I looked towards Bellamy and I couldn't help but frown. Bellamy was playing with the melting gelato, hardly even taking a mouthful, her face expressionless, but if you looked closely, you could see the sadness in her eyes, something was wrong.
"Cosa c'è che non va, Bella [What's wrong, Bella]?" I asked gently as I was concerned for my daughter. Bellamy stopped playing with the Gelato and looked up at me. Once we made eye contact, Bellamy began to tug on her ear. I was about to hold her and comfort her as best as I could but her sister beat me to it and instinctively pulled her hand from her ear and began to massage her hand. It was like second nature to Bay; consoling her sister was ingrained in her. Bellamy immediately relaxed, sighing in relief before laying her head on her sister's shoulder as if it was some cue for her sister to explain how she feels, for her.
"Sissy no like gym class today, it was too loud." Bay explained knowingly as I nodded my head in understanding. It must be related to a sensory issue, I'll have to look into it later and talk to Valentina and Jordan.
"Did you tell your teacher?" I asked curiously, trying to search for a solution in my brain. I referred to Valentina as their teacher because I didn't know if Jordan was comfortable yet for the twins to know that their teacher is actually their zietta [aunt] and their 'friend' is actually their cousin. We'll discuss that soon, I'm sure.
Bellamy shook her head no and looked down towards her and her sister's joined hands resting in her lap.
"Okay, princess. Next time, when it's too loud you have to tell your teacher so she can help you, okay? Though if you don't want to talk and ask for help, have your sister do it for you like she's doing now. That way you can enjoy gym class more. Maybe your mamá and I can find you some headphones you can wear so it won't be so loud." I offered a solution to her. I've heard about how noise-canceling headphones can help people with sensory issues, make their life a little easier.
Bellamy nodded her head in agreement now happily taking a bite of her melted gelato. Bay and I followed her lead and finished off our cold desserts too.
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Later at night.....
I wrapped my finger around one of her curls that had fallen out of a weird hat she was wearing and purely began to play with it. "So are we still on for tomorrow?" I asked Jordan as we were sitting on the couch in the living room. We had just put the girls down for bed after eating dinner together. It's been our routine ever since I spent the night the first time.
"Yes Gio." She smiled as she looked down in her lap, bashfully.
"What's this hat you've got on, we're not even outside and this is silk?" I asked as I tilted my head quizzically.
Jordan immediately burst out laughing. Now I was really confused because I don't remember saying anything funny. My cheeks began to redden in embarrassment. "What's so funny?" I asked.
Jordan had to take a few breaths and wipe a few tears that fell before she stopped and looked at me. "It's called a bonnet. It protects my hair from breaking off when I go to sleep." She explained as she let out a few more giggles.
"A bonnet?" I rhetorically said as my brows furrowed. The word seemed so foreign.
"Mhmmm." She nodded, smiling. I decided then to put the curl that I was playing with back inside her bonnet for her because I didn't want her hair to break off, it's too pretty.
Once I finished, I fixed my gaze back towards Jordan's face to see her surprisingly already looking at me. My hand was resting on her cheek when I began to slowly trace Jordan's jaw line. I couldn't help but gaze at her as I tried to capture every corner of her alluring face and lock it in my memory. Her oval face possessed a lovely beauty mark next to her moisturized lips, her softly arched eyebrows brushed out, and her almond-shaped, bright brown eyes fixated on mine. She owned the most magnificent chocolate brown skin; it's merely flawless. I couldn't help but to lean in closer to her, mesmerized. Even her scent was addicting.
"You're beautiful, Jordan." I whispered softly as our noses almost touched. I could feel Jordan's breathing begin to pick up as her minty breath landed on my face. Her eyes filled with warmth and adoration as my heart began to palpitate in anticipation. Jordan's eyes fluttered closed first as mine followed shortly after her's. I don't know who leaned in first but as soon as my pink lips met her mocha ones, I felt nothing but euphoric. This kiss was gentle and slow as we took time to learn and get familiar with each other's lips; switching from her top to her bottom lip. Her hand landed on my neck as we continued, caressing it as my hands found their way to her hips, easily picking her up to straddle my lap instead. After a few minutes, it was getting hard to breath so Jordan pulled away first as we both held flustered faces. A couple beats of silence had passed before she spoke first.
"I think the color red fits your cheeks, Mr. Milani." She whispered out of breath. I smiled, "And I think you look better on my lap, Ms. Jenson." I retorted as she giggled softly, playfully smacking my chest before she tried to get off of me, though I held her down.
"Really, Gio?" She smiled.
"What?" I asked innocently.
"Don't act all innocent now after that kiss." She teased as I shrugged my shoulders.
"I like you on my lap." I confessed, smirking at her.
"Mhmmm, I bet you do, Mr. Milani." She said as she shook her head, a smile still peeking through.
After a few seconds of comfortable silence, Jordan timidly lifted her arms up and ran her hands through my hair. I immediately closed my eyes and sighed in pleasure. "You are just like your daughter." She giggled as I joined in.
"Scalp massages are my guilty pleasure." I admitted.
"Why does it make you feel guilty?" She asked as she continued to rub my scalp.
"I don't know, just doesn't make me sound as cool or dangerous when I'm a mafia boss." I admitted.
She shrugged. "Makes sense, I honestly sometimes forget your even a capo. Your literally the exact opposite of what I heard your are."
I hummed before I uttered my response. "That's because your not my enemy, tesoro."
Jordan paused from massaging my head, much to my disappointment. "What's it like?" She asked. I went ridgid, knowing where this conversation was going. "Y-You know, being a mafia boss and all." She added hesitantly as her eyes met mine again.
I took a deep breath before responding. "Honestly, it's exhausting, always busy." I sighed out as I brushed the side of her hip with my thumb. "Some days are really bad not just physically but it can be emotionally tolling. Though, I can't complain because I get to provide and protect my family. Being or training to be the don is all I've ever known." I spoke with honesty.
"Are you okay now, though? Like mentally?" She asked sweetly as she tilted her head in concern. I couldn't help but hug her closer to me, making her head lay on my shoulder. I inhaled her calming scent of coconut and vanilla. 'I don't deserve her.' I thought to myself before responding.
I inhaled deeply, "I've never been happier." I revealed truthfully.
"Good because I'm really happy too." She made it known as she lifted her head off my shoulder. She looked at the clock hung up on the wall, making me look as well.
"It's your bedtime isn't it?" I asked.
"Yeah." She giggled. "I have work tomorrow, otherwise I'd stay up longer." She added.
"You don't have to explain yourself, 'amo, I understand." I replied as I pecked her forehead. Jordan nodded her head and got off my lap, heading towards the front door with me following after her. I put my shoes on and grabbed my jacket. Jordan offered to zip it up for me so I let her. She's always taking care of someone, even with the simplest of things.
"I'll see you tomorrow. I'll pick you up at six, okay?" I confirmed.
"Okay, bello [handsome]." She smiled before she got on her tippy toes and quickly pecked my lips. I definitely wasn't expecting that but I loved it. It felt really natural, like we've been doing this forever. Even though she gave me a little peck I was desperate for more. I wanted a real kiss, especially after she called me that little nickname so I boldly leaned down and grabbed her by her neck with a little pressure, carefully propelling her towards the front door.
There was no hesitation when I smashed my lips onto hers as she leaned against the door for support. Jordan instantly gasped as I dominated her mouth, exploring every inch of it with my tongue. She was shocked at the new addition as she allowed it to dance inside her mouth. This kiss was definitely more passionate than our first one and I loved it. I applied a bit more pressure to Jordan's neck, and she responded with enough force that I could hear a tiny moan come from her. Knowing that we didn't want to take this further, I begrudgingly pulled us apart as our foreheads were still connected.
I moved my thumb across her damp lips. "Ciao, bella [Goodbye, beautiful]." I whispered before giving her one last peck to her lips.
"Ciao, bello [Goodbye, handsome]." She smiled before she opened the front door for me to leave.
As soon as I got in my truck, Jordan waved goodbye before closing the front door. I touched my lips gingerly, the feeling of Jordan lips pressed against mine still lingered.
'I can't wait to make her mine.' Was my last thought before I drove off.
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