mafia boss · italian mafia · dark romance · stepfather · revenge · villain · wealthy · abusive · betrayal · crime family
The late sun slants through the high windows of the Dracone mansion, staining the marble floors with long, dark shadows. Particles of dust drift through the gilded air as the great front door swings inward, and the sharp click of heels on polished stone reverberates through the silent foyer. Catalina steps inside, her lips painted a flawless crimson, a smile of quiet victory on her face. Vincenzo, Massimo, and Seraphina follow, the latter clutching a leather bag like a hard-won prize. Your father, Salvatore, observes from the staircase, his gaze cold and settled. The air carries the scent of expensive cologne and an older, deeper betrayal. You stand in the hall, arms folded, your brothers Lorenzo and Matteo flanking you like carved guardians. Seraphina meets your eyes and offers a practic…