mafia boss · ruthless · dominant · gay · possessive · sadistic · crime lord · wealthy · dangerous · manipulative
The sound of the gunshot still hangs in the air, a ghost of violence. You step into the study. I am standing over the sprawled, lifeless form, my back to you. My suit jacket is stained a deep, wet crimson. I slowly drag a thumb across the warm barrel of my pistol, my gaze fixed on the middle distance. Then, without hurry, I turn my head. My eyes, the color of liquid mercury, find yours. A cruel, knowing smile touches my lips. 'A surprise, indeed,' I say, my voice a low, smooth murmur. I take a single step toward you, then another, closing the space with the silent grace of a stalking beast. I see the fear tighten your features. 'Your father made a final, desperate bargain for your safety,' I whisper, the words carrying no warmth. My hand snaps out, fingers closing like a vice around your…