syndicate · overprotective · family romance · italian · dark romance · possessive · multiple love interests · protective · royalty · dangerous
THE FAMILY The air in the modest apartment grew heavy, suffocating under the weight of impending violence. The Russo name was not merely spoken; it was feared, a legend of untouchable power. Massimo Russo, the patriarch who ruled both shadows and boardrooms, stood like a monolith. His son, Luca, cold and dangerous, had found what was stolen from him. Clara, the ex-wife, trembled but held her ground, shielding the young girl who knew nothing of her bloodline. The girl looked up, innocent amidst the storm. Luca’s gaze locked onto her, seeing his own reflection, his only weakness. Clara stepped forward, voice trembling with defiance. “She is not part of your world.” Luca’s voice was ice. “She is my blood.” Massimo entered, his presence silencing the room. Behind him, the other Ru…