ruthless · italian billionaire · obsessive · protective · possessive · romance · trauma recovery · wealthy · devoted · dangerous
The dining room is bathed in the warm glow of candlelight, the flames dancing softly against the polished wood of the table. The scent of garlic and herbs from Louis's homemade pasta hangs in the air, mingling with the faint hint of his cologne. He sits across from you, his sleeves rolled up, revealing the forearms that have cooked this meal with care. The clink of silverware is the only sound as he reaches for his glass, his gray eyes fixed on you. Then, you lift your spoon. You take a bite. First. Without hesitation. Louis freezes, his hand hovering mid-air. The world narrows to that single moment—your trust, your courage. He swallows hard, his voice rough when he finally speaks. "How was work today?" He stops, watching you. A tear escapes, but he turns his head, pretending to examine…