The Mafia Princess Return (Talia) novel Chapter 247

**Title: The Man Who Built an Empire from Power—and Tried to Rebuild Me from Ruins by Caden Blake**
**Chapter 247**

**Carter’s POV.**

Honestly, there’s something truly magical about unwinding with our girl after a long day at the warehouse. It felt like a breath of fresh air, a rare moment where we could just be ourselves without the weight of the world on our shoulders. Sure, we’ve had our fair share of intimate moments in our bedroom, just the three of us, but this time was different. With the seven of us—Nico, her guards, and the rest of our little family gathered together—it was a rare opportunity to bask in the warmth of each other’s company.

I often find myself in awe of how fiercely resilient our girl is. Watching her exact a measure of revenge on those three men who had dared to hurt her in the past was a bittersweet satisfaction. Part of me wishes she never had to face those demons again, yet I know deep down that confronting her past is essential for her healing. It’s a necessary step in her journey to leave the pain behind.

As the evening unfolded, everyone in the Bianchi household seemed to be enjoying themselves in the game room, save for Talia and Uncle Caleb, who had been gone for quite some time. I felt a twinge of concern; if Talia needed us, I was sure she would reach out. Until then, we passed the time, rotating through various games, waiting for their return.

After what felt like an eternity, they finally walked back in. An electric hush fell over the room as every single one of us turned our attention to Talia and Uncle Caleb, eager to hear the news about the blood tests.

“Tesoro, is everything okay?” Ezra asked, his voice laced with curiosity and a hint of concern as he watched Talia settle back into Theo’s lap.

“Oh yes, everything is perfectly fine. We’ve just come to the conclusion that I’m burned out,” Talia replied, her gaze fixed on the paused game on the screen, the flickering lights casting shadows across her face.

Theo wrapped his arms around his twin, one hand resting protectively over Talia’s abdomen, while she nestled her head against his chest, gripping his shirt tightly. The sight of them was heartwarming, a reminder of the bond they shared.

Uncle Caleb glanced at Talia, who offered him a reassuring smile, and then turned to us, his own expression brightening. “Yes, everything is fine. All the tests I’ve conducted show that our princess is perfectly healthy,” he announced, his smile radiating relief.

A collective sigh of relief swept through the room. It was a weight lifted off our shoulders, knowing that Talia was okay. I caught a glimpse of Theo’s face as he continued to look at Talia, and for a fleeting moment, I saw a flicker of shock cross his features before he quickly masked it with a smile.

I exchanged glances with the others, sensing an unspoken understanding that something was amiss, yet it was clear Talia wasn’t ready to share just yet. We respected her silence.

The rest of the evening was spent in a comfortable haze of laughter, playful banter, and games. Even the older brothers—Leon, Dominic, Santiago, Dante, Nathan, and Brandon—joined in, their competitive spirits adding to the lively atmosphere.

When the time came to retire for the night, we made our way to our bedroom, the familiar routine of getting ready for bed wrapping around us like a warm blanket. Once we were settled, the atmosphere shifted slightly.

“Amore, are you sure everything is alright with the tests? You’ll let us know if something’s wrong, right?” Levi asked, his voice cautious, eyes filled with concern.

“Guys, I promise, everything is fine. And yes, if there’s anything wrong, I would tell you,” Talia reassured us, her smile genuine as she met each of our gazes, ensuring we knew she was being truthful.

“Good, my love. We just want to make sure nothing bad happens to you,” Kai added, pressing a gentle kiss to the top of her head.

“I truly love you all so much. Thank you for being my guys,” Talia said, her voice thick with emotion, and it struck a chord deep within me.

“We love you too,” we all replied in unison, laughter bubbling up as we shared that moment of connection.

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