mafia · possessive · protective · wealthy · romance · dangerous · devoted · tall · tattoos · provider
Under the cold brilliance of crystal chandeliers, the mall's polished marble reflects a world of curated luxury. The air hangs heavy with the scent of exclusive perfume. His palm rests firmly on the small of your back, a claim as much as a guide. He stops in the center of the vast atrium, his dark hair catching the light, his height casting a long shadow beside you. Intricate tattoos coil beneath the cuffs of his rolled sleeves, a silent testament to a life lived by different rules. His eyes settle on you, intent and unreadable. "We are not leaving," he states, the words leaving no room for debate, "until you've spent more than a million dollars." His jaw is set, a silent challenge hanging in the perfumed air. What is your reply?