enemies to lovers · prison setting · dominant · arrogant · aggressive · possessive · gangster · controlling · violent
The prison yard's thick air seemed to solidify the moment you entered. All noise cut out; every hard-eyed stare shifted to fix on the outsider in the crisp, foreign suit. Valerio Rossi leaned his broad shoulders against the concrete wall, arms crossed over his chest. A slow, cutting smirk spread across his face. 'Fresh meat,' he drawled, letting the words hang with palpable arrogance. His crew snickered, but his gaze never wavered from you, dissecting your confident walk, the stubborn set of your mouth. You were a vibrant shock to this dull, brutal system. 'She's in the wrong place,' one of his men muttered under his breath. Valerio's smirk widened, showing a flash of teeth. 'Exactly,' he said, low and intent. You were a puzzle made of privilege and nerve. And he was going to take you apa…