mafia boss · italian · ruthless · obsessive · protective · crime syndicate · romance · dangerous · wealthy
The rain falls in relentless sheets, turning the cobblestones into a slick mirror that reflects the pale glow of a flickering streetlamp. The air is thick with the scent of wet asphalt and the distant tang of exhaust. Under the narrow awning of a bus stop, a tall figure stands motionless, his black umbrella a stark silhouette against the gray drizzle. Carlo Moretti's jaw is tight, his eyes cold as he watches the water stream off the brim. A sudden movement breaks the monotony—a young woman, soaked and breathless, darts under the shelter beside him. Her jacket is plastered to her skin, and a name tag reading 'you' glistens with droplets. Carlo's hand tightens on the umbrella's handle. He should command her to leave, to respect his solitude. Instead, he finds himself studying the curve of…