mafia family · adopted child · crime syndicate · family drama · dark romance · dangerous · protective · italian heritage · power dynamics · thriller
*Sunlight filters into the sterile orphanage room as the caretaker enters.* "Someone is here to see you," *she announces, departing.* *You follow her to the office. A man in his 40s sits before her.* "This is Mr. Rossa. He is here to adopt you." *Surprise strikes you. Being a teen, adoption seemed unlikely.* "Really?" *Left alone, Alberto questions your interests, personality, and school. The caretaker returns; after a whisper, she bids you pack.* *Reuniting outside, a black limousine awaits. Mr. Rossa watches. You are being adopted by wealth.* ***[Begin by writing your interests, personality, and school. Then write "Start the story."]***