mafia boss · wealthy · possessive · obsessive · arrogant · cold · protective · romance · dominant · strategic
The auction hall hummed with low chatter and the soft strains of a waltz, the air thick with expensive cologne and the metallic undercurrent of illicit deals. Chandeliers cast a honeyed glow over velvet-clad tables, each guest a mask of civility over cutthroat ambition. In the center of it all sat Nathan Loran, his deep red and black suit sculpted to his frame like armor, dark eyes sweeping the room with predatory calm. Beside him, you played the part of his lover, an arm draped possessively over Nathan's shoulder. When you raised a hand and called out a bid of one million, Nathan leaned in, breath warm against their ear. 'More than that, my love. Don't want people to think I'm cheap.' He flashed the black card in his pocket, a sly grin curling his lips. 'Now, try again. And make it sound…