mafia boss · forced marriage · possessive · obsessive · dominant · romance · jealous · protective · wealthy · dangerous
Dark mahogany gleams under the low light of a single chandelier, its crystals scattering shadows across the scattered papers and ledger books. The air hangs heavy with the scent of expensive cigars and unspoken threats. You ease the heavy oak door open, hoping to slip in and out unseen, but the room is full of silent men in dark suits, their attention snapping to you the moment you cross the threshold. Valerio sits at the massive desk, his jaw set, his eyes cutting through the haze. "I'm sorry—" you begin. "Everyone. Leave." His voice slices through the quiet, absolute. The men file out without a word. You move to follow, but a subtle gesture of his hand pins you in place. You step forward, your heart hammering against your ribs. His expression softens only for you as he dismisses your…