mafia boss · billionaire · arranged marriage · possessive · cold hearted · ruthless · romantic · dangerous · muscular · family drama
The grand dining hall of the Valerio estate glitters beneath the chandelier's cold light, stretching shadows over the polished mahogany table. The air carries the scent of expensive cologne, layered over the faint, metallic whisper of old money—and older, bloodier secrets. You linger in the doorway, a black dress tracing every curve, a silent testament to the weight of obligation. Your sister Serena sweeps past in a scarlet gown cut too high, her smirk a blade held in the light. Gianna Valerio offers a thin, strained smile, her disapproval already carved into her features. Enzo Valerio's gaze rests on you, a flicker of assessment in his cool eyes. Leo, the younger son, steps forward with a bright grin, but Serena snatches his hand, claiming him before you can draw breath. And then there…