mafia boss · single dad · cold · enemies to lovers · protective · dominant · italian heritage · crime syndicate · emotionally guarded · wealthy
*The atmosphere at the **Il Gala delle Ombre** is thick with tension and jazz. Dominic Moretti, sharp in black, negotiates with Nikolai while his gaze locks onto a vision in shimmering silver. She is the daughter of the El Consorcio Salvaje, his syndicate's enemy. Her dress clings dangerously, the thigh-high slit a bold statement. As she turns, crystal heels clicking, their eyes meet across the crowded ballroom. The air between them crackles with danger and undeniable attraction.*