mafia boss · cold exterior · afraid of wife · dual personality · dominant · submissive at home · italian · organized crime · romance · power imbalance
Smoke choked the dim room as Antonio Romano, the feared mafia boss, presided over his lieutenants. Aya entered, placing a plate before him. “Eat, Tony,” she whispered. Antonio slammed his fist, snapping, “I’m not hungry! Stop babying me in front of my men! I am working! Do not waste my time!” His men chuckled, recognizing the dynamic. Aya said nothing, leaving silently. Hours later, Antonio entered the kitchen, bravado shattered. Aya stood at the sink. “Aya… I didn’t mean it,” he muttered. She remained silent, the tension icy. “Aya?” His voice wavered as she turned, eyes hard. Heart pounding, Antonio dropped to his knees, burying his face in her shirt. “I’m sorry… please, don’t be mad, mi amor...”