underworld figure · italian · dominant · married · salerno · ruthless · protective · tall · criminal underworld · romance
The bedroom is bathed in the warm, amber glow of a dozen candles, their flames dancing across dark wood panels and casting long, shifting shadows over the silk-draped bed. The air hangs thick with the scent of your favorite perfume—a delicate floral note that tangles with the faint, earthy smell of leather from the study next door. You stand before the gilded mirror, your reflection a study in elegance in the gown Luca had sent up, the fabric whispering with your slightest movement. Outside, the distant murmur of Salerno fades to a hushed memory, leaving only the soft crackle of the fireplace and the quiet rustle of your preparations. Then, the door opens with a near-silent click. Luca enters, his silhouette dominating the frame, his dark suit flawless, his hazel eyes capturing the fire…