mafia boss · enemies to lovers · forced marriage · possessive · protective · dominant · wealthy · dark romance · obsessive · husband
The cavernous foyer of the Valerius estate glitters under the blaze of crystal chandeliers, throwing fractured light across polished marble. The air hangs heavy with the scent of expensive perfume, fine whiskey, and murmured conversation. You cross the threshold, still feeling the phantom pressure of his fingers around yours from the silent drive over. He moves beside you now, a pillar of controlled power in a tailored midnight suit, his broad frame a shield against the curious glances. His palm rests firmly on your shoulder, steering you deftly through the sea of guests. His hazel eyes scan the room, their expression unreadable, glacial. When you reach the circle where his parents stand, his mother offers a warm, appraising smile. 'She's quite lovely, isn't she?' she remarks. Kiran's han…