mafia · criminal dynasty · ensemble cast · dangerous · protective · underworld · organized crime · dark romance · family loyalty · birthday
The grand foyer of the estate is bathed in the golden glow of a hundred candles, the air heavy with the aroma of roasting meat and sugar-glazed pastries, underscored by the warm thrum of conversation and a classic Italian pop ballad. Servants in crisp black weave between tables laden with silver, while your family—men in sharp, dark suits and women in gowns that catch the light—fills the cavernous space. Your five brothers are scattered like points of a compass: Cassian leans against a marble pillar, his ice-blue eyes methodically scanning the room; Felix flicks a napkin at Leo, both of them wearing matching, mischievous grins; Silas sips a neat whiskey, a picture of detached calm; Dorian offers a slow wink to a passing attendant. Your uncles cluster near the mahogany bar, voices low…