Chapter 10 288 Vouchers Delilah's mind was spinning , her thoughts a chaotic blur of fear and anger . The cold metal of Vincent's gun pressed against her skin , and the horror of the situation sank in fully . She had fought so hard to stop this wedding , yet nothing had prepared her for this kind of obstacle - a twisted takeover of her life . A strange , dangerous man had claimed her as his bride , and now she was staring down a fate she could never have imagined . " Marco's entire body screamed with frustration , his muscles tense as he watched helplessly . His blood boiled at the sight of Delilah in Vincent's grip . ' She's mine , " his mind roared . " Not his . I won't let him take her . " But his . hands were still bound , and there was nothing he could do . } Vincent , still smirking with that cruel satisfaction , turned to one of his men . " Bring me the documents , " he ordered , his voice dripping with confidence . One of the rugged men stepped forward , fumbling in his jacket before pulling out a set of papers - marriage documents . 0.00 % 13 050 Chapter 10 17 200 factors The man handed them to Vincent , who momentarily loosened his grip on Delilah to grab the papers . That split - second lapse was all Delilah needed . Her body moved on instinct . Without hesitation , she lunged at the gun in the man's hand beside her . The cold metal felt heavy in her grip , but adrenaline fueled her as she spun around , pointing the weapon straight at Vincent . Her breath came in sharp bursts , but her eyes were sharp and focused , locking onto Vincent's . Vincent froze , momentarily caught off guard by her action . His eyes narrowed as rage flashed across his face . His cocky grin vanished , replaced by a low , dangerous growl . " You'll pay for that , " he hissed , his voice dark and menacing . Delilah didn't flinch . Her hands trembled slightly , but she held her ground , the gun steady . Her voice , when it came , was stronger than she expected . " I'm not your bride , " she spat . " I'll die before I ever let you claim me . " Vincent's jaw clenched in fury , but before he could respond , his men stirred , ready to intervene . They moved toward Delilah , but she whipped the gun around , eyes blazing with fierce determination . " Don't even think about it , " she 9134 13:05 0 Chapter 10 1283 WYS warned , her voice deadly calm . " I'll shoot every one of you before you touch me . For a moment , the room was tense , the air thick with anticipation . Vincent's eyes flicked between Delilah and his men , his lips curling into a sneer . " Take her , " he ordered coldly , stepping back as if daring her to make a move . Two of his men lunged at her , but Delilah was faster . The gun fired , the deafening crack of the bullet echoing through the church . One man dropped to the floor , clutching his leg , while the other backed away in fear . Just then , Gino , who had been struggling against his restraints , managed to break free . With a swift motion , he kicked the legs of the guard nearest to him , sending the man crashing to the ground . Gino didn't waste a second - he hurried over to Marco , helping him wrestle free of his cuffs . Marco's hands were free . He didn't hesitate . 20 07 13 05 Chapter 10 He leaped into action , charging at another one of Vincent's men . 288 V horg His fists flew , connecting hard with the man's jaw , sending him crashing to the floor , unconscious . Delilah , still holding the gun , stood her ground as the remaining men hesitated , unsure whether to obey Vincent's orders or retreat . Marco stepped beside her , his eyes filled with cold fury . Together , they stood against Vincent , with their backs straight . Vincent's gaze darkened as he realized his men were either down or too afraid to move . His fists tightened , and his jaw clenched in frustration . Delilah glared at him , her chest rising and falling with the rush of adrenaline . " It's over , Vincent or whatever your name is . You've lost , " she said , her voice steady , but the fire in her eyes burned hotter than ever . Vincent's rage simmered beneath the surface , but even he knew when the tide had turned . He glanced at his downed men , then back at Marco and Delilah , his lip curling in disgust . But he wasn't ready to give up yet . " Maybe , " Vincent sneered , his voice filled with venom , " but this isn't the end . " Without warning , Vincent pulled out a knife , his eyes gleaming with violent intent . He twirled the blade in his hand , ready for a fight . 13 060 Спарте 10 21/ Marco's jaw tightened as he stepped protectively in front of Delilah , his mind racing . He knew Vincent was dangerous , especially now that he was cornered , but Marco had planned for this . Earlier , while they had been fighting Vincent's men , Marco had given Gino a discreet order : call for backup . And Gino , ever loyal , had done exactly that . As Vincent made a move toward Marco , a loud bang echoed through the church doors . Heavy footsteps marched in , and a group of men - Marco's men - stormed into the building . They moved quickly , guns raised , efficiently surrounding Vincent before he could even make another move . Vincent's knife glinted in the low light , but the moment he saw Marco's men , his bravado faltered . One of Marco's men stepped forward , grabbing Vincent's wrist and forcing him to drop the knife . In a swift motion , Vincent was cuffed , his arms twisted behind his back . Marco didn't bother hiding his relief . His cold eyes met Vincent's , and though he didn't say a word , the message was clear : It's over , Vincent . Vincent struggled briefly , but it was no use , 41.16 % 1305 Chapter 10 Marco's men were well - trained , and Vincent was outnumbered . 1289 Voucher With a frustrated snarl , Vincent was dragged away , still sneering , but his defeat was undeniable . As soon as Vincent was taken out of sight , Marco's attention shifted back to Delilah . She had already moved toward her aunt , kneeling beside Mary's unconscious form . Tears still streaked her face , but she was trying to keep it together , her hand gently resting on Mary's arm . Marco signaled to one of his men , a broad - shouldered man who immediately stepped forward . " Help her , " Marco instructed . The man nodded , kneeling beside Delilah . " We'll take her to the car , ma ' am , " he said gently , carefully lifting Mary into his arms . Delilah followed closely as the man carried her aunt outside , her expression a mixture of worry and exhaustion . Marco walked beside them , his mind racing with thoughts of Delilah and the danger they had just escaped . When they reached one of Marco's cars , the man laid Mary gently in the backseat . Delilah hesitated for a moment before slipping in beside her aunt . 51.58 % 13.060 Chapter 10 She glanced up at Marco , her lips parting as if to say something , but the words didn't come . Instead , her eyes said everything : gratitude , fear , and the weight of everything that had just happened . " I'll meet you at the hospital , " Marco said quietly , his voice firm but soft . Delilah nodded , wiping her tears as the car door closed . The engine roared to life , and the man drove off , taking them to the hospital . Marco stood there for a moment , watching the car disappear down the road . His fists clenched at his sides , the tension still coursing through him . He'd almost lost Delilah today , and the thought was unbearable . But for now , he focused on what mattered - she was safe , and Vincent was finally where he belonged . He turned toward Gino , who was already making sure the church was secured . Marco nodded silently at him before heading toward one of the cars parked outside . Gino quickly followed , sliding into the driver's seat , while Marco sank into the back seat , his mind still buzzing from the chaos that had just unfolded . 6787 % 13 06 0 Chapter 10 290-120chars Marco's body hadn't fully eased yet , and his thoughts kept circling back to Delilah . Marco leaned forward slightly , his voice low and sharp as he spoke to Gino . " I assumed Delilah was just a dancer , as you told me . " Gino , ever respectful , bowed his head slightly . " Yes , boss , " he replied , " But she also runs a café , small but successful . " Marco raised an eyebrow at that . " And her background ? " Gino hesitated , then shook his head . " Her parents are dead . That's all I've been able to confirm . Strangely, boss , the rest of her information is well hidden . " Marco's lips curled into a bitter smile as he recalled a conversation with his grandfather from just a few days ago . His grandfather had sat him down to explain , unprompted , the connection between their family and Delilah's . Not that Marco had asked for it . But , during the talk , his grandfather had let slip certain things . Like the fact that Delilah had no idea about her father being a former mafia boss . Her aunt had purposely kept her in the dark , ensuring Delilah was oblivious to the world of guns , drugs , and the mafia organization . 13 06 Chapter 10 His grandfather had even insisted that Delilah was possibly a virgin , raised under her aunt's strict guidance , far from the criminal world . He'd told Marco to treat her like a precious jewel , as if she were some delicate thing that needed protection . At the time , Marco had believed him . He had been more intrigued by the fact that she was a virgin . It was the one detail that made him excited about the marriage . He had anticipated the wedding night , looking forward to consummate their marriage . 261 Voolers But now ... Marco slammed his hand against his forehead and laughed- low and mocking . He couldn't believe how much of a fool he had been . Gino glanced nervously in the rearview mirror , hearing the unexpected laugh from his usually stoic boss . " Boss , is something wrong ? " Marco shook his head , still chuckling to himself . " No , " he muttered , though his mind was far from calm . Inwardly , Marco continued to mock himself . 82.52 % 13.06 Chapter 10 How could he have ever believed his grandfather's words ? 11 2HP V Delilah , a virgin ? The thought was almost laughable now . A woman who had danced so expertly in the club , who had given him a lap dance that had turned him on - how could she possibly be untouched ? She moved with the kind of skill and confidence only someone experienced would have And today had proven just how wrong his grandfather was . Delilah , the woman his grandfather claimed was innocent , unaware of the mafia world , had shot Vincent's men without hesitation . She hadn't looked like someone trembling in fear - she looked determined , fierce . The only time she showed vulnerability was when her aunt was hurt . Marco leaned back in the seat , closing his eyes briefly . " Delilah wasn't the delicate flower my grandfather thought she was , " he thought . " She's far more dangerous than anyone gives her credit for . " 03 17