We all got into an SUV with one of their drivers, which surprised me. Even in Puerto Rico, it seemed they had their connections.

I told the driver his address, and we arrived at Sampson's house sooner than I expected. It only took ten minutes to pull up at his front yard.

I smiled and looked at the house, taking everything in.

"I packed a bag of clothes for warmer weather," Enzo told me as we stepped out of the car.

"Thank you," I leaned up to kiss his cheek.

"Come on, introduce me to Sampson. I know he is like a father to you, so I'd like to meet him."

I smiled at him and nodded. Taking his hand, I led him to the front door. I turned to his brothers, "just wait here. It looks like I showed up with an army. Let me introduce Enzo first."

They nodded and sat in the car waiting. I gave them a thumbs-up before looking back at the house.

"Okay, let's do this," I spoke bravely.

I knocked on the door.

"Sampson! It's me! Let me in!" I yelled.

"Ever so graceful and ladylike," he smirked.

"What can I say? I'm an elegant woman." I smirked back.

Sampson swung the door, then pulled me into his arms, spinning me around.

"Oh, my girl. I've missed you so much, sweet pea," he exclaimed.

"I've missed you too!" I yelled in excitement.

He set me down on my feet, and I looked at Enzo. Sampson follows my movement. His eyes widen slightly when he sees Enzo standing there in the doorway. His body language changes, but Enzo stays comfortable.

"Sampson, this is my boyfriend, Lorenzo." I felt my cheeks blush a little for calling Enzo 'my boyfriend'.

"I know who this is, sweet pea. I've known your parents for a long time. I have a lot of respect for them," he turned to Enzo with a warm but knowing expression on his face. Enzo smiled back, extending a hand. He looked so respectful. Which made my stomach fill with butterflies. I liked seeing him like this. It was cute to see he was doing this for me.

"It is nice to meet you. My father has spoken very highly of you. You were both friends in high school, right?"

"Best friends, Lorenzo and I were very close," Sampson smiles like he was remembering some funny moments they shared. I didn't know Enzo was named after his father. Interesting. " But close, or not, you better treat my little girl here good. She's practically my daughter, and I'm very protective of her," his eyes hardened at Enzo in a threatening way. My eyes widened in fear and shock, Sampson was not being wise. Enzo was a man who demanded respect and wasn't the type to be threatened by just anyone. My skin prickled with nerves. What if Enzo lashed out? I looked at Enzo nervously, willing him not to do something that would hurt Sampson and as a result hurt me. Enzo didn't break eye contact with Sampson. He didn't skip a beat. It was as if the threat never reached his ears.

"Of course," he gave a genuine smile.

My eyes were ready to pop out of my skull. My mouth hung open a little. But he wasn't done, he kept going.

"I care about Lilly very dearly. I would never hurt her in any way and I just want to make her happy. I know she thinks of you as a father, so I'd like your blessing to stay with her. I think it means a lot for her to have your approval." His voice was smooth and kind. I would have tripped over my own tongue trying to get a sentence out at that very moment.

Sampson laughs, then pulls Enzo in for a weird manly hug. I'd laugh if I wasn't so confused.

"You don't need my blessing; Lilly is her own woman. But you have it anyway. I only want my girl to be happy, and I can see you will do that. I can see you are your father's son," he pulled me in for a hug next. I hugged him tightly, I was happy to have his approval. I didn't need it, no. But, it was like icing on the cake when he said that. I kissed Enzo on the cheek and then sighed.

"Get your father on the phone. I miss that son of a bitch," he smiled.

Enzo chuckled and nodded.

"Where's my favorite lady?" I blurted to distract from the way my eyes were a little teary.

"She went into town, she'll be back later. She likes to play chess with a group of women." Sampson had hearts in his eyes and I nearly swooned. They were so in love.

"Sampson, I know this is an inconvenience, but my brothers and I are here too. Lilly has been getting targeted and we need to keep her safe. So, we are all here while they fix the security system in my apartment. We are staying wherever Lilly is, to make sure she is safe. But, I understand if you'd like us to get a hotel. Just let me know, I don't want to be in your way. I normally wouldn't put anyone in a situation like this..."

"It's no problem. Keep my Lilly safe, that's all," he turned to me next, "what trouble have you been getting into?"

I laughed a little embarrassed, or maybe I was just delirious. Delirious because that meeting went so well. Delirious because I was being targeted. Delirious because Enzo made me feel safe. Delirious because I only started getting targeted when I started seeing Enzo. Yet, I didn't want to leave him. He made me feel things I'd never felt. Enzo made me feel so important. It was like I was part of a family that would do anything for me. Sampson always made me feel like I was his blood, but this was different. I couldn't explain it in words. It was just a feeling.

"Come on, Lilly. Let me show you your room while you get your brothers. I have two guest rooms so you'll have to squeeze in. Two and two," Sampson raised an eyebrow, implying that I wouldn't be sleeping with Enzo. I giggled but covered it with a cough. I looked at Enzo with a smirk, waiting for him to object. He just smirked back at me and then nodded respectfully to Sampson. My mouth hung open a little in shock but I quickly turned away so he wouldn't be so satisfied with himself.

I followed Sampson to my room and squealed when I got a full look at it. It was perfect, everything I would pick for myself.

"This is so perfect, thank you," I started to babble, tears were forming in my eyes.

"I told you that you'd always have a place here. You know I love you and want the best for you, right? "

"Of course. I love you too. Why?"

"Tell me, Lilly. Are you okay? Are you happy with Enzo? I kept that stuff away from you all this time because it is dangerous, and I didn't want you getting wrapped up in it. Are you sure you're okay with it? You don't leave the mafia, Lilly. Once you're in it, that's it for life."

"What do you mean?"

"If you start working for Enzo, or marry him. You're in the mafia. There is no leaving that life."

"I already work for Enzo, though," I say shakily.

"Yeah, in Enzo's restaurant as a waitress. But that's different. I meant like mafia stuff. Not restaurant stuff."

"No, I quit the restaurant job. Enzo gave me a job as his personal assistant for the time being."

"What? Why am I now just hearing about this? You know what that means?"

"I'm not in the mafia relax, Enzo told me that flat out when I asked him."

I saw Sampson visibly relax.

He held the bridge of his nose like a disappointed father and I wanted to laugh a little. I put my hand on his shoulder and smiled at him, but he was still tense.

"Why are you his personal assistant. You know what that sounds like to me?"

"Like what?" I started getting a little irritated at his insinuating tone.

"Is he using you? For..." he looked away unable to say the words. I knew that would make him uncomfortable. I also knew he was just worried about me.

"Oh my god. Please stop right there. It isn't like that. We are dating. I'm a grown woman, now. He's not using me."

"Sweetpea, you know I worry about you. I don't want to see your heart get broken. Last time I saw Enzo was several years ago and he had an assistant. One that had sat on his lap and wore barely any clothes. I'm not saying this to hurt you. I just need to look out for you."

I stumbled a bit on my words, "It's not like that!"

I was surprised by Sampson's new information but decided to give Lorenzo the benefit of the doubt. My eyes couldn't help was get watery, though with the possibility that I was just that to Enzo. Just a warm body. But, the thoughts quickly vanished. Enzo and I were more than that and he treated me better than anyone else ever had. He cared for me. You wouldn't do that for a warm body.

I shook my head.

"Enzo treats me like a princess and would never do that to me. I promise. It isn't like that. He cares about me. He came all the way here just to make sure I was safe."

"You're right. I'm sorry for putting worry into your head. You're a smart girl and I believe you. I trust your judgment most of all." He shook his head with his face flushed a little from embarrassment. "I didn't mean to upset you, I'm sorry. Please don't be upset with me, Sweetpea. I am happy for you I swear." He hugged me.

I nodded and hugged him back. I knew his intentions were innocent, so I couldn't stay mad at him.