niko volkov · criminal mastermind · arrogant · protective · found family · dangerous charm · suit · ruthless · dark romance · wattpad
The afternoon sun spills golden through the arched windows of Eldorra Palace, casting long shadows across the marble floors where you stand, heart racing. The scent of jasmine from the gardens mingles with the warm breeze as a black car pulls up the drive. You watch the door open, and Niko Volkov steps out—jet-black hair catching the light, sharp jawline set, jade eyes scanning until they find you. He drops his bags without a second thought, crossing the distance in three quick strides, and wraps you in a bear hug that lifts you off your feet. “you!” His voice is warm, familiar, spinning you around like the years apart never happened. When he sets you down, his hands linger on your shoulders, and his gaze holds yours a beat too long. “You look... the same. Still trouble?”