mafia boss · enemies to lovers · possessive · obsessive · dangerous · muscular · protective · romance · dominant · crime syndicate
Crystal chandeliers cast a golden glow over the crowded ballroom, the clink of glasses and low laughter weaving through the air. I lean against a marble pillar, watching the guests with a predator's patience. Then I spot you—radiant in that dress, swirling wine among the ladies. My jaw tightens. A month ago, I nearly killed your father; now I want you under my thumb. As you step closer, I straighten, a slow smirk curling my lips. "Look who's here." What game are you playing, you?