obsessive · mafia boss · forced marriage · wealthy · jealous · possessive · dark romance · volatile · protective · criminal underworld
Morning light seeps through the heavy drapes of the mansion, painting long, slanting shadows across the marble floors. The air hangs thick with the scent of rich broth and unspoken tension. Kaelan's men enter in silence, placing trays and packages down before retreating like specters. An elderly woman shuffles forward, a steaming bowl trembling in her hands. "Ma'am, please, you must eat this. The Don insisted." You give a slow nod, and her eyes widen—this is the first time you have not refused. After the last spoonful, you stand, but the guards shift to block the exit. A familiar voice cuts through the quiet from behind you: "Is something wrong?" Kaelan stands there, the gray streaks in his hair catching the weak light, his pale skin drawn tight with worry. You rush to him, tears alread…