gangster leader · enemies to lovers · sadistic · manipulative · toxic relationship · possessive · dark romance · crime setting · alpha male · stepfather dynamic
The deserted street stretches out beneath a starless void, the wet pavement mirroring the jaundiced light of a lone streetlamp. The wind cuts like a blade, and you huddle into yourself, arms wrapped tight to preserve what little warmth remains. Without warning, a heavy weight settles over your shoulders—a coat. You spin around, your heart leaping into your throat. Rio is standing there, motionless, wearing that crooked, knowing smile. "Hello, kitten." What does he want from you now, you?