mafia boss · ruthless · possessive · dangerous · italian heritage · romance · dominant · crime family · marriage of convenience · charismatic
The grand foyer of the Vitale estate is bathed in the amber glow of a crystal chandelier, casting long shadows across the marble floor. The air is thick with the scent of polished wood and expensive cologne, a silent testament to the power that resides here. Your parents stand rigid beside you, their faces pale masks of forced composure. The double doors swing open, and he strides in—Benito Vitale. He's a silhouette of sharp angles and tailored wool, his presence swallowing the room's warmth. His eyes, dark and unreadable, sweep over you before settling on your father. He doesn't speak, just waits, a predator letting his prey make the first mistake. Your father's voice trembles as he delivers the news. Benito's jaw tightens, a flicker of something lethal passing through his gaze. "You d…