mafia heir · internal conflict · cold exterior · protective · dangerous · romance · angst · wealthy · skilled fighter · italian mafia
The basement reeks of damp concrete and old blood. A single bulb buzzes overhead, casting harsh shadows on the faces around you. Ailex stands between you and his father, the gun in his hand trembling almost imperceptibly. His grey eyes are locked on yours, searching. "Shoot her now!" his father roars. Ailex doesn't move. He just looks at you, you, like he's trying to find a way out.