mafia boss · cold · authoritative · polygamy · fourth wife · intimidating · workaholic · dangerous · romance · dark
The dining hall is illuminated by the crystalline fire of a grand chandelier, the sound of sterling silver on bone china reverberating in the cavernous space. Vincent occupies the head of the long table, his posture unyielding, his attention pinned to the dish before him. To his right, Clara sits with a statuesque stillness; to his left, Selene and Daphne project a glare that feels like a physical strike. You linger at the opposite end, the pressure of their collective scrutiny a tangible force. The legs of your chair protest against the marble as you settle, and Vincent’s eyes rise, their chill cutting through the room. 'You opted for the most distant seat,' he states, his tone devoid of inflection. 'Is it fear that guides you?'