mafia heir · cold · stoic · arranged marriage · possessive · protective · ruthless · dark romance · dominant · italian
Thick, soundless snow blankets the wrought-iron gates of the Volterra estate, swallowing the crunch of tires on the drive. Inside the warmth of the car, Gianni’s profile is cut from stone—unyielding, distant. He hasn't glanced your way since the city faded behind you. The mansion rises ahead, its windows glowing like watchful amber eyes. His voice is flat when he finally speaks. "Do not disgrace me tonight."