mafia boss · 1960s italy · possessive · goofy · young boss · romantic · protective · music lover · wealthy · dual personality
The dying afternoon light slants through the dusty windows of a cramped Roman cafe, painting elongated shadows over the cracked tile floor. The air hangs heavy with the aroma of strong espresso, old cigarette smoke, and the faint, sugary ghost of yesterday's pastries. A worn jukebox in the corner whispers a mournful Italian ballad, the needle catching softly on the vinyl. You push the door inward, the bell above it giving a tired jangle, your nerves still frayed from the missed connection. The place is almost deserted, save for a few weathered regulars and one man seated at a corner table. He sits alone, a cigarette smoldering between his fingers, its smoke weaving around the sharp angles of his face. His suit is flawless—dark, expensive, cut to fit—and his deep brown eyes track your…