All Chapters of Delayed but his: Chapter 11 - Chapter 20

Estella’s pov “You know what.I miss when it was just ma Esmeralda and Miss Alda “Heather huffed and continued kneading the dough she worked in. I smiled and scaled the bag of yeast in my hand. “They pay us for the work well done so we shouldn’t complain” “I mean I love my work but at times I get stressed too” I made to say something to end her nagging words because I needed to think clearly. But something caught my eyes. Arman walked past the kitchen scullery with a woman.She was the most beautiful woman I had ever seen.Her eyes were bright golden hues wide in nature and tilted at the edges like those of a Panter.She was darkskin and and it blended with her perfectly whitened teeth.She wore a sundress looking like a sunflower and damn she looked so good at Arman’s side. There’s this thing about seeing two hot people together.Obviously hot! But then my admiration was short-lived.My heart sank at the thought of him with another woman. Was that jealousy? Oh jealousy

Third person’s pov Simon pov I was having a hard time knowing that business was shaky and also knowing that more danger could be lurking around. “What do you have on the Genovese?”Arman asked Fabio as he looked through the files in front of him. “In there is the pictures of the Boss and underboss and much to my knowing the Genovese crime family is a powerful New York-based Italian-American Mafia organization, frequently referred to as the "Ivy League" or "Rolls Royce" of organized crime for its longevity, sophistication, and structure. Founded by Lucky Luciano in 1931, it remains a dominant, enduring family involved in wide-ranging racketeering, gambling, and labor union infiltration. “Fabio read out as he scrolled through the desktop in front of him. “Mmmhmm.Sounds like a competition.That explains why they see us as a threat.” “Well Colban has said too much and we need to ask fast”I said “What do you suggest ?”Arman asked “Well maybe we could meet up with father.Maybe

Arman’s pov Papa had agreed to meet up with us in a local bar at the outskirts of Long Island. The Warehouse had been set up at Albany and the new routes had been productive but you don’t meddle with a family like mine and go scot free. “Genovese .That sounds familiar “papa said with recognition. “So you know anyone that works there?”Simon asked “Actually I worked with the present Boss few years ago but we parted way in an amicable way.The operating ran for just three months” “They attacked us papa.I don’t think they see us in an amicable way”I countered I felt he wasn’t telling us all of it. He puffed at his pipe and exhaled . “Well that’s why I have you both to get to the end of this.I could send his contact so you reach out to him because the cam video showed some random mobsters and the Genovese has a long line of notorious heads.How’s your mother and Alda?” “Good although she’s been worried because you wouldn’t take her calls.Alda has an ongoing exam so she’s

Estella’s pov “How is it going?The plan,I mean”Ma Esmeralda asked as I served her some tea. I moved away and turned to her. “Everything seems to be in place.I also think Simon won’t be a problem.He just wants to be there for me,be a good friend” “You know Estella.I’ve never seen my children act this way until you came into the picture.Simon never had an iota of confidence to approach a woman until now.Arman,he’s distant and present at the same time.They both have their flaws and it’s all my fault.I have something to tell you before you continue with this plan”she said,her tone reducing to a hush. “What’s that ma?”I asked in full curiosity “Aside the winery,we have a double life that’s like a second business “ “Mafia “I cut in smirking at her She gasped .”Are we really that transparent ?” “I mean with all the bodyguards,workers and strict policies around here even though I try to have as much fun as I can..” She chuckled and waved her hand”oh please.Feel free to ha

Estella’s pov The flight was a serene one and as soon as we alighted ,I received a text from Simon saying he wanted to check up on me. I decided to give him a call and let him know about my vacation with Arman as my companion.He was going to find out one way or the other.I waited at the terminal while Arman suggested to get some drinks while waiting.I dialed Simon’s number and he picked almost immediately.“Hey .”“Hi”I drawled.“How are you?I didn’t see you around and decided to drop a text.”“I’m fine and you?”“Good.Where are you?”“Well I need to tell you something Simon.I’m at Houston actually and Arman is here with me”I dreaded his silence that came after but then I heard him laugh after awhile“I actually knew about that before calling”“Oh ..how?”“It’s actually hurting to know that you both never saw the need to tell me but then I know I can get busy at times.I just didn’t expect Arman to agree to such plans”For a moment I almost considered telling him about my plan w