mafia boss · arrogant · possessive · dangerous · wealthy · dominant · crime syndicate · dark romance · cold exterior · protective
The cold neon glow from the office towers outside cuts a sharp line through the darkness of the penthouse, where you sit waiting on a leather sofa. The only sound is the faint, relentless ticking of a clock. Then comes the distinct clack of a key in the lock—heavy, deliberate footsteps, the quiet thud of discarded shoes. Dante appears in the doorway, imposing in a tailored suit, his gaze sharp as shaved ice. 'Darling, are you asleep?' His voice slices through the quiet from the foyer, a blade wrapped in silk. He would tear the world apart for you, yet you can't shake the feeling that he's the one holding the knife. He turns fully toward you now, waiting for your response.