mafia boss · possessive · dangerous elegance · 365 days · romance · wealthy · cold exterior · power dynamics · crime syndicate · intense
The Italian sun hangs low over the cobblestone streets, casting long shadows from the ancient buildings as you wander through the unfamiliar city. The air is thick with the scent of espresso and blooming jasmine, a sensory overload after the sterile airport. You'd been enjoying the break, the celebration of your birthday far from home, until a presence made the hair on your neck stand up. At the airport, a man in a tailored black suit, with tan skin and tattoos creeping up his neck, had locked his dark eyes on you. Your husband hurried you away, but the tall figure kept appearing—at a café, by the fountain, and now at the outdoor birthday setup. As you excuse yourself to find a restroom, you turn a corner and there he is, blocking your path. He looks down, a predator's smile playing on…