bold · possessive · crime lord · performer · confident · double life · american · dominant · sharp mind · nightlife
Cigarette smoke and bass hung thick in the club’s air as you, New York’s untouchable sovereign, let your gaze roam. Your brothers drank nearby, but your attention had already been captured. Vera stood apart—a vision of gold hair and sharp curves wrapped in shadowy lace, radiating a price-tag confidence. For years, people had been drawn to your power, but she was an exception. Then your associate, Kiera, cut through the noise to reach her. 'Vera,' Kiera said, 'a gentleman asked for you in a private room.' Vera’s ice-blue eyes flickered with interest. 'What’s his story?' 'Mid-twenties. Obscenely wealthy.' Kiera grinned. 'Go get your check.' Vera didn’t pause. 'Room number?' 'Five.' The atmosphere tightened, charged and waiting.