FROM LOATHING TO LOVE

Antonio"s POV.

A smile escaped from my lips the moment Silvia knocked at the door. I didn't need anyone to tell me she was the one since she had called earlier to inform me about her visit. It always made me feel better to see the one lady my heart had chosen despite all the obstacles. Even though my mother would never welcome any Don Winfold family member as one of us.

The moment I saw her, I wrapped my hands around her in excitement,

"I miss you so much, Silvia," I said with sincerity.

"I miss you more babe," she chuckled as I carried her in my arms into the apartment.

"I love you so much, Silvia," I said and tried to kiss her but she shrugged.

"How could you have kept that from me?" Silvia asked and I scoffed.

Our love had been the both of us secret since it was never going to be acceptable by either of our families who were once best friends but were now complete Rivals.

"Your reaction right now is the exact reason I never told you, to avoid making you worry," I said remorsefully and Silvia turned in her seat to look at me.

"I have a plan babe and I'm working... "

"Yeah, I will never hear the end of that, will I? The same words have been hearing for years," Silvia said, and I flashed her a sweet smile.

"Sylvia, I wanted to tell you all about your brother's threat but I didn't want to bother you," I said and she frowned.

Bobby Winfold, Don Winfold's first son and Sylvia's only brother, detested me greatly for no apparent reason. If anyone would permit my affair with Sylvia, it would never be him. He sent one of his men to warn me about staying far from his sister or risk losing my life.

"Bother me? The only reason he spared your life was because of Don Pablo and he will keep coming until you put him in his place," She said.

"How do I possibly do that?"

"Your mom, my family hates her so much and I can tell my brother is afraid of her with how he spoke about their ordeal in the past but quickly changes topic when I try to press further," She said and I laughed.

"My mom? How would your brother be scared of a harmless woman? She worked for the Don even before I was born and nothing more, your brother has heavily armed men," I said defensively and Sylvia frowned.

"There's a lot we both don't know yet about our families and I wonder what they are protecting us from," Sylvia was right. A lot about the past had been locked away but the fragment kept haunting us.

"You must have been exhausted," I said wanting to change the topic since I noticed the room had become too tense.

"Yeah,"

"I should go set the table for dinner," I said, and Silvia frowned and held me back.

"Babe, are you not attracted to me?" She questioned innocently and I raised a brow.

"You know I do. I love everything about you,"

"Then what's stopping us from Having sex?" She asked in an unfamiliar voice and I swallowed hard.

"Silvia, I wouldn't want to hurt you and you know the consequences.... "

"Damn the consequences, babe, my family has no right over me. I want you. I am ready to give you my body and virginity," She said holding me against herself and I smiled.

"Babe, let's have dinner," I said in a husky voice and she frowned and pushed me away.

For a year now, Silvia and I had been having a secret affair. We became friends after meeting at a beach party, and the more we grew close, the more we knew we were in love. Silvia's family had bluntly refused to be together the moment they found out who my Mother was. Our families were sworn enemies and no matter of plea would change my mother's mind. Even when I asked for the reason she hated the Winfolds so much, my mom had always found a way to change the topic.

"I've missed this," I said when I raised my head from my meal and saw Silvia devouring her food.

"Missed what? The meal or watching me eat?" Sylvia asked, and I nodded.

"Both. I miss everything about us," I said before taking another spoon from his rice and curry stew.

"You have no idea how lonely it felt after you left," Sylvia said, and I nodded.

"I'm sorry babe, well, I'm here now," I said and She rolled her eyes.

"For how long?" Sylvia asked dryly, and I shrugged.

"Well, what matters is that I'm here right now, With you," I said and she nodded.

"I don't just want right now, I want forever in your arms," Sylvia said.

"How long should we continue this hide-and-seek Game huh? We have to come plain with our families and force them to accept," Sylvia said, and I took a deep breath.

"It's more than just what we've been told, Babe, I've never seen my mom talk about someone with so much hatred as she does whenever I mention your family," I said in sincerity not wanting to hurt her.

"For my dad, it's always about the Don. Your granddad, hates him so much, and from what I've heard they've been rivals for years, but we can change the narrative babe, and create a new path for our lineage," Sylvia said. I could see the innocence in her eyes and wished she would understand my fears even though my love for her was greater than it. Don Pablo was my mother's boss and the man I had grown to call a grandfather since the death of my dad. I never met my biological dad, my mom claimed he died long before I was born and had always shunned conversations about him. She had given her surname. A thing that made me ridicule my schoolmate who knew my family while I was young. I had accepted my fate, I had also accepted my mother and grandmother as the only family I had. Sylvia's father Don Winfold was as influential as my granddad in Columbia They were the two Dons and the powerhouse of Columbia. My mom had always refused me getting close to Don Pablo or any of his businesses. Mom had always warned me about Don Pablo and promised that I would have a better life and not become one of his tools, despise her working for him.

"Take me into your arms Antonio and make me a woman, I want you," Slyvia said cutting my thought off.

"Sylvia..... "

"I'm ready for it Antonio, I am Eighteen and should know what's best for me," She said.

"That's not the thing, You will gain admission into the college soon and we will be together, far from their reach and watches and then we will have enough time to plan how we can pull through," I assured her and she nodded.

"My dad and brother want me to further in the state and not here in Columbia anymore," She said, and my heart skipped a beat.

Despite my mother's persistent pleas for me to move to New York, I decided to finish my college education in Columbia because I wanted to be with Sylvia.

"I'm sorry Antonio. I think my family wants me to marry a family friend's son and wants me to get acquainted with him in the state against my wish," She said and I felt my heart racing.

"I thought you gained admission here already. Why the sudden changes?" I questioned.

"It's all my brother's idea," She said shakingly

"Can't we go against it for our sake?" I asked even though I knew the answer already.

"You have no idea what he is capable of doing if I dare go against him," She said and I nodded.

A few minutes later we were both seated on my bed as my thoughts wandered. I'd given up on my desire to go far from home and discover the truth about my father because of Sylvia. My love for Sylvia had caused me to choose to let go of this yearning and focus on the two of us, even though it was difficult to stay in Columbia and make such a discovery without my mother finding out given the kind of influence she had.

Upon initially seeing us together, her brother had ordered his men to physically abuse me. However, he stopped when one of them revealed that I was a member of the Don Pablo camp and that any contact with someone from the other camp would indicate an impending war or conflict.

I feel hot," she said as she unfastened the belt of her trench coat, and I swallowed hard as she took off the trenchcoat to reveal a red mini bodycon dress with spaghetti straps. The dress revealed enough of her cleavage for me to know she wasn't wearing a bra under it.

"Like my dress?" She asked with a seductive smile as she watched my eyes slowly sweep over her outfit.

Seeing her full-rounded boobs made my cock hard as I tried to look away.

"Sylvia," I groaned as I took her coat from her to hang it and she grinned.

She wrapped her arms around my neck and crushed her body against mine with her hips tilted against mine, and her breasts pressed against my chest, her whole body sending an undeniable message as she kissed me.

"Sylvia please stop," I muttered beneath my breath trying to suppress my racing passion.

"I want you deep inside of me. Even if this would be the first and only time, please just make me feel like a woman," She whispered and I shut my eyes. I had no notion what to anticipate going into my first sexual experience.

This wasn't what I had planned or the way I had planned for us to go about it. I liked her and wanted her in my life forever. I had dreamed of us having our first sex the night of our wedding and pleasuring her in all possible ways. Free from the chaos and noise of families and haters.

"Making love to you will make you mine forever," I muttered and she smiled.

"That's all I want to be yours forever," She replied softly and pulled me closer to her.

since she was unwilling to listen and had her mind made up, I parted my lips to give in to her requests. I put my arms around her waist and raised her so she could sit on top of me.

With our hearts pounding, I watched as she undid my trousers and pulled my briefs down my legs and over my thighs.

"What are you doing?" I questioned.

"I spent the entire night browsing the internet for tutorials on how to make our first sex enjoyable," she stated naively, causing an uncontrollable smile to appear on my lips.

"I want to see it, and feel it," she said as she met my gaze, and I gave her a nod and watched as she brushed the length of my cock with her palm.

"It is hot and feels smooth," she said as she continued to brush it, while I shut my eyes as I fought the urge to pull her back up.

"Sylvia, you're killing me," I said in a husky voice.

"Can I put it in my mouth? I've always wondered what it feels like to give a blowjob," she said unashamedly and I nodded. It seems we both had the same thought going through our minds.

"I'd be happy to be your first," I said.

"And only one," she whispered, causing me to sigh as she moved her inexperienced lips to my cock.

Sylvia's pov.

"Fuck.... Sylvia," He muttered in a husky voice as I pulled my lips away from his cock and watched in satisfaction as he slurped his juice all over the bed.

All I wanted was to pleasure him and make him moan. With my stepbrother's loathing for anything and everyone associated with Don Pablo, I didn't mind sacrificing everything for our love, even though it seemed so unattainable. His animosity toward Antonio's mother, Monalisa Parker, was more severe.

To have the tension between our families ruin the moment was the last thing I desired.

Being that this would be our first sexual experience, for a few minutes we were both confused and had no idea what to do.

"I thought you made research already," He teased and I chuckled.

"I guessed I only remembered how to give a blow job," I said shyly.

"How about we see an erotic movie together? " I nodded voluntarily and watched him walk into the kitchen with his dangling cock.

He got two empty glasses, a bottle of juice, and a bottle of water and switched off the light so that the only source of brightness was from the television.

"I'll let you choose the movie," He said as he handed me the remote and I smiled.

"Are you sure you will like my choice?" I said as I searched for a suitable movie while Antonio stared at me. Last night, while browsing the internet, I came across an explicit movie on one of the sites.

"I love your side view," he said seductively and I chuckled as I flipped my hair to give him a clearer view.

"Let's go with this, A romantic and action movie," I said and smiled at him.

As we watched the movie, my focus was increasingly fixed on the idea of having him deep within me. The movie's intense, sensual sequences sent shivers down my spine, and I had no doubt Anthonio felt the same way.

Leaning on his shoulder, I moved in closer to him as we exchanged a look and giggle.

He drew me in close, kissing me on the lips. We continued our intense kissing, with me not intervening as he stroked my breast. I cherished the sensation and could sense my wetness.

He pulled me onto the bed and waited for me to stop him but I didn't, even though a part of me was scared of what my brother and father would do to us if they ever found out, my mind was made up and all I wanted was Antonio.

"Antonio" I moaned softly and he smirked.

As his inexperienced fingers went in and out of my vagina just like the movie characters, I shut my eyes tight as chanted his name with so much pleasure.

He undressed me and placed me on his soft bed then placed wet kisses on my neck before biting my soft spot.

I moaned in pleasure able pain.

" You're beautiful, so fucking beautiful " Antonio whispered in my ears as I tried to catch her breath.

He smiled at me and I sent my hands to his waist and brought down to his cock.

My eyes widened as I looked up at him with a blush on my cheeks, I could tell he wanted to have as much as I wanted him, A part of me wanted us to stop but the urge and hunger in my flesh kept calling him.

" Antonio that won't fit," I said when I saw his cock hardened and bigger and he nearly burst out laughing.

" It will, "

"Really? How did you know?" I panicked looking back at him.

"Because it longs for you, but we can stop if you don't want it, " he said softly with his eyes locked on mine.

" I'm ready, " I replied softly and swallowed hard.

" If you can't handle it anymore tell me I'll stop ' He said and I nodded and shut my eyes.

"Open your eyes," he said and I opened them just to get lost in his beautiful eyes.

I felt his cock slowly entered my vagina and moaned at the slight pain down there.

"Antonio," I whispered.

He was not even completely inside of me and it hurt ....

My heart beat as he pulled out a little and went in this time, I cried out as he'd broken my virginal wall.

"Antonio... " I cried at the unbearable pain and he stared at me as I grabbed the bed sheets and tried to breathe as little sobs escaped my throat.

"Sylvia, "He called worriedly fighting the urge to move as it was our first time.

"it hurts .. ' I said with my fingers on his back making him feel my pain.

" Love, I'm sorry,"

"I love you, " I said in a shaky voice.

" I can't watch you like this let's just stop,"...He said.

" No," I wrapped my legs around his waist and moaned softly.

"I'm fine just move," I said and he looked hesitant for a while I moved to make his cock push deeper into my vagina and he moaned and buried his face in between my bosom as he moved in and out, I moaned and threw my head backward in pain.

" Antonio," I chanted his name in pleasure as he moved in and out in Rhythms, Hard and fast driving us to the heights of ecstasy.

" Fuck " I moaned as a sweet sensation ran through my body.

"Damn, I forgot condoms," he said and I chuckled.

"I didn't intend to use one on my first sex" I whispered seductively and He chuckled.

He let out a loud moan as he pulled his cock off my vagina and spilled his juice all over my face and we both giggled.

"How did you know you were about to cum?" I questioned as we gasped for breath.

"The sensation of pleasure I felt," He replied.

"That was amazing," I said and he kissed my lips.

I watched in admiration as Antonio walked into the bathroom. Even though I knew that my decision would put our lives at risk if anyone found out, I had no guilt at all.

I had managed to convince my mom to let me visit my aunt who lived a few blocks away from Antonio's college and after much persuasion, She allowed me since no one knew Antonio lived close to her.

Since I knew there would never be a convenient moment to do much because of how much our families loathed each other, I had pleaded with my cousin to cover for me while I spent the night with Anthonio.

While I waited for my Visa to the state for my college, it was best I gave my virginity to the only guy I truly loved.

Antonio Parker was the son of my stepbrother's enemy, Monalisa Parker, He had always blamed Don Pablo for inflicting him with the scar on his face. A story no one, not even my mother, who would never, ever stand in the way of her stepson, is willing to talk about.

Bobby was in charge of our father's business as the eldest son. My mom was only a concubine who got pregnant for Don Winfold in old age and since Bobby's mom was late, she was made the mistress of Don Winfold's empire.

Don Pablo had always been a threat because of their unresolved past conflict, despite the power and notoriety my family had.

Bobby's words were held in high esteem and the only one who could go against him was our father.

We've always had a falling out because he's always regarded people like nothing more than a material object, and my mother has always ostracized me when I stood up to him.

I had never felt joyful inside those confines and craved a cheerful environment, even with the amazing buildings and structures and the staff at our beck and call.

I'd always wanted an impossible antidote, and meeting Antonio was it.

The instant I saw Antonio, I ignored the pain in my lower tummy and pushed the thought of family aside as I got up to lean against him.

"Sylvia," Antonio called the moment he saw a blood stain on the bed sheet.

"I'm glad you made me yours," I said in a voice I wasn't familiar with and pushed him onto the bed as I railed kisses on his neck and got on top of him for another round.

" What are you doing? ...."

" Ssh, I want more," I whispered in his ears not minding my hurting stomach.

" you'd get sore in the morning, "

" Don't spoil the mood " I said and he bit his lips to stop the laughter that threatened to escape his lips.

" I've always wanted to do this," I said as I pulled his cock inside my vagina.

" Sylvia, " he said as I buried my face on his neck.

This was going to be a long night between the both of us.

Joe-Bruno's POV.

"On the outskirts of Choco, Columbia lived a man called Joe Bruno. Someone who had learned to relish his own company and that of his Twelve-year-old daughter Isabella. To Him, only she was important." Martin teased.

The moment I heard those words I knew it was Martins, my very good friend. I smiled and turned to look at him.

"He also loves his coffee Shop where he makes quality coffees for the people of Choco, " we both chorused and hugged each other. Three years have passed since our last encounter, so I was surprised to learn that he could still recall Isabella's all-time favorite poetry. She would always sing them to me while I prepared coffee for customers in the early hours of the day.

I remarked, "You are wise to have added her present age to her favorite rhythms," and we both burst out laughing.

"Where Is Isabella," Martins questioned as he looked around my shop in search of her.

"Bella started school already and has gone to school," I replied.

"It's been how many we last saw please?" Martins asked as he looked at me.

"It's been three years buddy," I answered excitedly and we shook hands.

"Choco must have been treating you nicely brother. You look amazing," He teased as always and we laughed.

"I'll attend to the few customers left, and then join you shortly so we could catch up on all the gist you've brought from Bogota," I said. Martins moved from Choco to Bogata two years ago after receiving a contract job there.

"How about I join you in serving the customers like good old times," he said, and I nodded.

"Hey, man!

Don't hit the black woman

Don't hit the black woman

Hey, respect my lady

Ehh, you can still hear, hear him yelling at the gates

Don't hit the black woman,"

While serving my clients their coffee, we sang along to the iconic "Salsero Joe Arroyo" song "Rebellion" that was playing on the radio.

A few moments later, we were seated at our regular spot in my coffee shop,

"Any news from Martina? " Martins asked and I nodded.

"Nothing at all," I replied.

"How's little Isabella coping without her? " He inquired and I took a deep breath.

It's been simple thus far because she hardly knows her. Isabella is a bright child, so I know she'll ask questions about her mother soon," I remarked, and we were silent for a short while.

"You miss her right?" Martin asked as he noticed my countenance and I nodded.

"A lot. I had never imagined a life without her. But here we are Eight years without a word from her, even if it was for Isabella our daughter," I grunted.

"No one would believe a time would come when the both of you would drift apart considering how you two were inseparable," Martins said.

"I messed up," I added and tried to hold back my tears.

"That was all in the past Joe, You are a better man now and Bella must be proud to have a dad like you," He assured me.

"I doubt she would when she hears all her dad had done in the past and how his stubbornness has destroyed their once beautiful hope," I blurted out and sniffed my nose.

"You went against all odds. Leave all the pleasure in Bogata because you want a better life for them. You sacrificed everything including your loyalty to the Don,"

I raised my head to give Martins a stern look as he mentioned the Don.

"Don't tell me you've been in touch with him all these years you were away from Choco?" I questioned and Martins gave a blank expression.

"No Martin's. Those people are dangerous. They killed your family, how could you forget so easily," I said.

"I haven't been in touch with him. He only contacted me last week. He wants to speak with you," Martins said with a shaky voice.

"Was that the reason you came back to Choco? " I asked and he nodded.

"How did he know you were in Bogata? "

"The Don has his way around things. He misses you the best gangster he had ever trained," Martins whispered.

"I have no business with Him or anyone related to him. Don Santos caused me a lot and the day I walked away from his mansion was the last," I said angrily and stood to leave the table.

"Bruno, Are you truly happy living an average life in the outskirts of Choco as an ordinary man?" Martins asked and I halted.

"You are Bruno the sniper. The greatest of its kind. The Don is concerned about you Joe," He said, and I walked back to his table.

"Don-Santos cares only about two things, His spoilt brat daughter and then himself. Don will only keep you for as long as you are useful to him and when you are done being his toy. He would end your life like he did to others including my best friend Alex," I said angrily.

"Maybe you don't know him," Martins said and I chuckled

"I worked with Don Santos from when I was a teenager until I became a man and broke out when how discovered how dubious he was and you think I don't know him?" I asked sternly.

"My family had died in a car crash and that wasn't Don's doing," Martins said defensively and I shook my head.

"Don had instructed them to tamper with the car. I overheard him because he wanted your loyalty and felt your love for Margaret your wife would be a distraction since you had potential," I said and watched Martins's disbelief.

"He didn't send me to you. He doesn't even I am in Choco Bruno, I want a better life for my sister's daughter Isabella. No one knows where my sister is but at least Bella deserves the best and Choco can't offer that, "

"Martina loved it here. She begged me to leave Don and start a quiet life here with Bella but I was stubborn." I said with a sad tone.

"Martina was pregnant when she left," Martins said, and my heart skipped a beat.

"How do you know?" I asked angrily

"She had confided in me and that she wanted to protect the baby from you. She left Bella because she felt you would give her a better life," Martin said and I grunted.

I never knew my wife was pregnant. I was away for one of Don Santos's missions which she had warned me about and when I returned she was far gone.

"I have customers to attend to Martins," I said and excused myself since the last thing I wanted was for him to see my tears drop.

My wife's name still made me swoon even after all these years, and I longed I could see her again.