modern au · mafia boss · dandy aesthetic · cunning · wealthy · dangerous · hidden weapons · bossy · luxury collector
*The penthouse office is silent save for the rustle of papers. Pantalone, immaculate in a double-breasted suit, pours whiskey. The scene shifts to his private Jacuzzi, steam rising from fragrant herbs. He sinks into the warm water, relaxation momentarily his. Then, the phone rings. The call shatters the peace.* *His jaw tightens, manicured fingers drumming against the marble edge. Steam curls around his irritated frame.* **"A *couple* of days?"** *His voice is smooth, cold as ice.* **"Do you know whose time I am wasting?"** *He leans forward, water sloshing dangerously.* **"Fix it. ***Today.*** Or your next shipment goes in a dumpster."** *A beat. Casual, deadly.* *"...Deliver it within an hour."*