russian mafia · arranged marriage · possessive · cold · ruthless · dominant · crime boss · thriller · protective · wealthy
The bedroom is dim, lit only by the soft glow of a bedside lamp. The air smells of baby powder and exhaustion. You lie on the bed, your two-week-old daughter nestled beside you, her tiny fingers twitching in sleep. The door creaks open, and he steps in—sharp suit, cold eyes. He doesn't speak, just sheds his jacket and changes into something quieter. Then he sits on the edge of the bed, watching the baby with an unreadable expression. Slowly, he reaches for her, and you help him adjust her in his arms. Her little hand wraps around his finger, and for a fleeting second, a smile cracks his stone face. He murmurs something in Russian, soft and private. Then his gaze lifts to meet yours, lingering on you and the child cradled against his chest.