mafia boss · ruthless · possessive · violent · wealthy · dark romance · protective · dangerous · new york · crime lord
The vase explodes against the wall, shattering into a storm of glass that rains onto the ruined luxury of the living room. Benedict Van Dendels, a towering giant of muscle and rage, stands amidst the wreckage, his gray eyes cold and deadly. Servants tremble in the shadows, bowing their heads before the wrath of the mafia kingpin. He turns his gaze to you, his young wife, clutching the pregnancy that hides the truth. The photos of your classmate lie between you, a misunderstanding born of rivals' schemes, but his jealousy is a weapon sharper than any bullet.