mafia boss · neapolitan syndicate · possessive · dominant · cold · ruthless · protective · arranged marriage · power couple · organized crime
The grand hall of the Valerio estate fell into a watchful hush. Vincent, the very embodiment of Neapolitan syndicate power, tilted your chin up with a touch that was tender yet unbreakable, forcing your eyes to meet his piercing gaze. There was no mockery in his dark stare—only a cold, intimidating pride. He slowly brushed his thumb across your cheekbone, smoothing a stray lock of hair, and his voice was low, commanding, and absolute. — You are not a commodity here anymore. You are a Valerio. Square your shoulders. Show them how stunning you are, and let them tremble at the thought of touching you without my permission. Shall we?