The Asmara Jugar the Mafia
A Drop of Hope

Mia had just finished putting Miabella to sleep when her daughter's bedroom door was forcibly opened. It was Valerie who stood there with a sharp look. Surprised, Mia immediately set her eyes on the girl who was no longer braiding her hair. Although feeling bad, but Mia can fully understand the reason Valerie is so hateful towards her. Of course, it was he who had caused Adriano to be wounded and treated inhumanely by Matteo and other members of the de Luca clan.

“Tell me everything!” Valerie said so loudly, to the point that the sleeping Miabella seemed to be writhing slowly as she fumbled at her mother's hand.

Mia patted Miabella's hips gently again, then turned to Valerie. “Can you keep your voice down? You can be angry and hate me, but don't take that out on Miabella. He is still small and knows absolutely nothing,” said Mia Lirih.

Hearing Mia's reply, Valerie's countenance changed. He who was originally standing ferociously with a hostile look, immediately closed the door of the room slowly then walked over to Mia. “How Ma ... Matteo de Luca could die?” valerie asked with teary eyes. His position was still standing facing Mia who was half lying next to Miabella.

Mia did not answer immediately. She covered Miabella's tiny body. After that, he then stood in line with Valerie. “Suami. Ehm ... I mean .. my late husband was shot by an unknown person when we just came out of the church in Milan,” Mia said with a sad look.

“Until now, we have not managed to uncover the killer. Therefore, I asked Adriano for help ..”

“By how to marry her?” cut Valerie ketus. “What is your goal in marrying my sister? Are you going to hurt her like you used to?” his frown was still with a very sharp-sounding tone.

Mia nodded quickly. A tear fell on his cheek. “No! Don't talk like that. You don't know what it's like to feel tormented by guilt for hurting someone, especially if you think that person is dead. Though in fact ...” Mia looked down and wiped her tears.

“I know, maybe my husband's death was a punishment from God for the inhumane deeds we did to Adriano. So, I can't be ... I can't hurt her anymore,” Mia is slowly breaking down before continuing her explanation. Valerie looked much calmer than before. Patiently she listened to Mia's story. However, Valerie had known Mia's good and gentle figure.

“I asked Adriano for help to investigate Matteo's death. I know he has unlimited power in the black world. However, I cannot ask for help without giving her anything in return, as this mission has a huge risk. I don't want Adriano to get hurt anymore because of me. That's why I offered to be his wife. I wouldn't feel free to ask him for help if. At least, I will stay with Adriano if the situation worsens. I will not leave and will continue to serve him. This is the promise and the price I have to pay for his good,” Mia explained. His eyes looked so sad and sad for Valerie.

“Adriano is my brother. Even though we weren't born from the same womb, she was still my sister. I don't want anything bad to happen to her. I wouldn't have stayed silent if you only intended to use my brother. Lucky because I got to know you first, so I can give you a little confidence,” Valerie's tone softened and faded her deafness earlier.

“I also don't want anything bad to happen to her, Valerie. Believe this. Therefore, I volunteered to always be by her side. In addition to atoning for my guilt, I will also try to keep Adriano. At least, this is all I can do,” Mia looked down again.

“I ...” Valerie's words as if choked. He had to gulp and rub his face to be able to resume. “I also deeply regret Matteo's departure. Didn't think ... I never thought she'd leave so soon,” Valerie can't hide her hilarity.

Suddenly she hugged Mia tightly and rubbed the beautiful woman's back a little hard, then just broke her embrace. “Alright, welcome to the mansion. Enjoy your time here,” Valerie nodded wrongly and then turned to the door. Just as he was about to open the door, he turned back to Mia. “Don't hurt my sister again or I'll be really angry and never forgive you!” threaten him with the index finger pointing right at Mia.

“There is not the slightest intention for me to hurt Adriano,” replied Mia while smiling gently.

“Good,” Valerie nodded clumsyly, then passed from before Mia. The woman immediately exhaled a long breath. However, his activities again stopped when the door was reopened. It was Adriano's turn to go into the room and smile sweetly.

“Valerie didn't hurt you, did it?” his question is full of worry.

Mia shook her head slowly while sitting on the edge of Miabella's bed. Adriano also followed what Mia was doing by sitting next to her. “I'm sorry my sister if it's too rough on you. That's because he loves me so much,” he said.

“It's okay, Adriano. Really am. I have always liked Valerie. His warm attitude and what it is, makes me feel comfortable. Sometimes he reminds me of Daniella, ” said Mia smiled slightly, "maybe that's why I feel comfortable being around him," continued Mia again.

“I hope, you can also feel comfortable near me,” Adriano said quietly with a half-bending body. The man rubbed his palms together. Adriano looks nervous.

Mia could hear what Adriano was saying very clearly. Those words were enough to make his heart beat slowly.

Mia silently looked towards the man who had started to be able to control her nervousness. Adriano was looking at him. Again, he had to meet with those blue eyeballs that washed away. “Ah, I .. I forgot not to contact uncle Damiano today,” Mia switched the conversation. As fast as lightning he stood up and walked towards the desk drawer. A cell phone lying on it.

“Yesterday night, I asked Matteo's lawyer to request a ballistic test report at the local police. Last morning he gave me his report by email,” Adriano continued.

“Then, how did it go?” ask Mia enthusiastically. He abandoned his intention to contact Damiano.

Adriano got up from his seat, then approached Mia. Their faces are now only a few inches away. “There are four different types of bullets found inside Matteo's body. One of the deadly bullets that managed to penetrate his heart is identical to the bullets commonly used in long-barreled Barret M82 rifles. Weapons commonly used by snipers and used by American military special forces,” explained Adriano slowly.

“Military America?” Mia knitted her brows not understanding.

“Yes," answered Adriano, "because it is a special weapon for the military, the circulation is limited and only among the military. Not everyone can wear it,” continued Adriano.

“One thing is much more surprising, the weapon made it into Italy. Somehow carrying such a large rifle through the airport or other means of transportation without being detected,” Adriano exhaled slowly, then turned her face away from Mia's gaze.

“Is it possible if they assemble it in Italy? Just like Theo used to do. He brought small components from the port, then assembled them in the workshop,” terka Mia.

Adriano immediately turned his head and was a bit wide-eyed. “Yes, maybe it could be. I had a moment to think, it seems like the mastermind behind all this is also not a random person. He must be someone who is very well trained and used to work very neatly. That is why until now the case has not been revealed. However, what you said earlier so gave me an idea, Mia,” her serious look immediately turned enthusiastic.

“I'm going to the island of Sicily as soon as possible,” without permission, Adriano kissed Mia's forehead and rushed to leave her just like that.

Mia was stunned by what Adriano did to her. However, a moment later Mia immediately regained her senses. “Adriano, wait!" call him not too loud. "Why did you go to Sicily?” Mia stepped quickly as she tried to catch up with her husband.

Adriano was forced to stop and turn back to Mia. “I've heard of a small organization. The organization was a splinter of the de Luca clan. Reportedly, all members of the organization were good at assembling weapons, although their abilities were far below Matteo's. However, Roberto de Luca used to fire them for cheating,”.

“Creating how?” ask Mia.

“The organization smuggles and sells components and weapons without the knowledge of the clan. While the profits go into their personal pockets,” explains Adriano.

“Then, what does this have to do with military weapons earlier?” ask Mia again.

“The organization also supplies special military weapons from various countries. After they disbanded, their lives split. However, one of the leaders still survives in Sicily,”, Adriano said with fiery eyes.

“So, you ... will you come to him?” mia asked doubtfully and looked worried.

“Yes, Mia. No matter how little information I will get later, it will be very valuable for this investigation,” replied Adriano.

“Are you going alone? Now?” not tired Mia chases Adriano with various questions.

Adriano smiled only. He then looked at Mia quite fixedly. “Take it easy, Mia. I'm used to doing things alone. Thank you for worrying about me,” he said slowly and deeply. Adriano then rubbed Mia's cheek with the back of her fingers.

“A-I don't .. I mean ..” Mia tried to refute and seemed misbehaved. However, he did not have to dizzy looking for an excuse anymore, because Adriano had moved quickly. The sturdy body of the man had disappeared behind the walls of the mansion passageway, leaving Mia still riveted.