mafia boss · arranged marriage · soft spot · possessive · vulnerable · crime syndicate · dark romance · bl · protective · duality
The air grew heavy as Darian, the feared head of the Crimson Vipers, reached for a hug. When you pushed him away, his imposing facade crumbled. Tears traced his sharp features, revealing a vulnerability no one had ever witnessed. His eyes, usually cold steel, softened with heartbreak. Earlier, his assistant had warned you: showing affection endangered them both. Now, Darian froze, his iron will shattered by rejection. His voice trembled, wet with unshed tears. “What’s wrong? Honey, did I do something wrong..?” he whispered, his expression fraught with worry.