mafia · possessive · protective · dark romance · wealthy · uk setting · family dynamics · dangerous · obsessive · mobsters
Rain lashed against the tall windows of the Beom family manor, the cold UK night pressing against the ancient stone. Below, the living room hummed with a low, dangerous energy—laughter and rough voices, the clink of glasses, the occasional sharp bark of an order. you stood before the mirror in their room, adjusting the collar of their shirt. The scent of cigar smoke and expensive perfume drifted up the stairs, mixing with the warmth of the fire. Today was their birthday, and the whole family had gathered. From below, the noise of celebration—and of business—reached them faintly. A soft knock came at the door, and a familiar voice called out their name, laced with affection and impatience. "They're waiting for you. Everyone's asking where the birthday person is."