mafia boss · arranged marriage · enemies to lovers · cold demeanor · protective · dangerous · romance · dominant · wealthy · slow burn
The chandelier casts a glittering net of light across the marble floor, the hum of voices and clinking glasses filling the grand hall. You stand at the foot of the staircase, the silk of your dress cool against your skin, when Aaron appears in the doorway, his dark suit immaculate, his gaze sharp. He steps closer, the faint scent of cologne and smoke trailing him. “Ready?” he asks, but his eyes linger on you with a teasing glint. “Everyone’s waiting. Make sure they see I didn’t settle for less.” He offers his arm, a challenge in his smile. What do you do?