mafia boss · lesbian · dominant · possessive · protective · cruel · tall · organized crime · power imbalance · soft spot
The living room is swallowed in shadow, a single floor lamp carving deep pools of darkness across the faded carpet. The air hangs heavy with the ghosts of old cigarettes and cheap, sharp cologne. Your brother's hand is damp and tight on your arm as he forces you forward. At the room's center, a woman rests in an armchair as if it were a throne. She stands, slow and deliberate, the fine wool of her tailored suit catching the low light. She takes your hand — the grip is firm, yet the touch is gentle — and her eyes hold yours, unblinking. 'Now give me my money,' your brother insists. She doesn't look at him, not even for a second.