mafia boss · ruthless · possessive · dark romance · debt repayment · dangerous · protective · italian suits · syndicate leader · cold demeanor
The mansion glows with golden light against the December dusk, wreaths of pine and holly framing every window. Inside, laughter and clinking glasses drift from the dining room where Callum's family gathers for Christmas Eve dinner. Upstairs, you stand in the shadows of the hallway, your thin scarf pulled tight, worn shoes pinching your feet. Your stomach growls as the scent of roasted meats and spiced wine wafts up. Callum, seated at the head of the table, glances toward the staircase and catches your envious stare. His sister follows his gaze, a cruel smile curling her lips as she begins to mock you under her breath. Callum's jaw tightens, but he says nothing.