The Mafia Princess Return (Talia) novel Chapter 252

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

**Bradley’s POV**

The delightful news Talia shared with us just before we drifted off to sleep last night has kept a goofy grin plastered on my face all day long. It’s as if her words were a spell, wrapping me in a warm embrace of hope and joy.

Today, I find myself filled with relief as I watch her during our workout; she hasn’t pulled any wild stunts. Instead, she’s been focused and composed, a testament to her growth. My gaze shifts to her and Carter, who is meticulously braiding her hair into two neat plaits. A swell of pride fills my chest as I take in the sight of our girl—so strong, so resilient.

Once Carter finishes his handiwork, we all rise from our spots and make our way to the dining room for dinner. Talia, looking radiant, is perched on Aaron’s lap, her laughter mingling with Olivia’s as they engage in light-hearted conversation. The atmosphere is warm and familial, but there’s an undercurrent of tension that hangs in the air, a reminder of the looming threat we must confront.

As we settle around the dinner table, the chatter quickly shifts to the impending attack scheduled for the day after tomorrow. Each of us is eager for it to be over, desperate to rid Talia’s life of Cillian once and for all. He has haunted her for far too long, and we are all united in our desire to see him gone.

After we finish our meal, we migrate to the living room, where I pull Talia onto my lap. Holding her close, I wrap my arm around her waist, feeling the gentle rise and fall of her stomach against my chest. It’s a comforting reminder that she is nurturing new life within her, a miracle that fills me with both awe and protectiveness.

“Alright, everyone, this is the location we believe will be optimal for the attack,” Leon announces, gesturing toward the large screen in the living room. The image displays a map, and we all lean in, focusing intently on the details.

“Our men will be strategically positioned here, and our elite snipers will take cover in these spots,” Victor adds, pointing to various locations with a sense of authority.

Santiago chimes in, “From our intel, we know Cillian travels with a convoy of ten vehicles, all filled with guards. He’ll be in a car surrounded by his most trusted associates, flanked by five cars in front and five behind.”

Dominic’s voice is steady as he continues, “Our mission is to eliminate Cillian, but we also need to rescue a tiger that will be in his vehicle. That’s why we must avoid blowing it up.” The gravity of our task hangs in the air as all the families present—brothers, sisters, and guards—nod in understanding.

“Talia will be with us, but she’ll remain out of sight, accompanied by her six guards: Dina, Theo, and Caleb,” Leon states, and we all affirm this plan with a nod.

“We’ll also bring Zeus and Hades along, and they’ll stay with Talia as well,” Dominic adds, ensuring her safety is prioritized.

Camilla raises her hand, her expression serious. “Yes, Camilla?” Dominic prompts.

“What if Zeus and Hades get shot?” she asks, concern etched on her face.

“They’ll be equipped with bulletproof gear, and they won’t act unless Talia gives them the order,” Dina assures, and we all nod, feeling slightly reassured.

“It’s crucial that all gear is bulletproof, and you all need to keep your heads down. No unnecessary risks,” Talia interjects, her voice firm as she commands our attention.

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