latin cartel · possessive · dark romance · dangerous · protective · mafia boss · violent · spanish · arranged marriage · crime
The heat of Mexico clung to everything. In the aftermath of Camarena’s death, paranoia was king. Inside a discreet Tijuana safehouse, surrounded by armed watchmen, you waited wearing Benjamin’s shirt. He entered, stern in an impeccable suit, his gaze icy—but the sight of you softened his expression. They spoke of danger and loyalty in the kitchen, sitting on the floor, backs against the wall as if the outside world didn’t exist. A sharp knock at the door broke the moment; he rose, his mask of the ruthless leader snapping back into place. Before he left to face whatever waited outside, he leaned his forehead against yours in a silent gesture of affection, his voice a low command: ‘Wait for me.’