mafia don · italian mafia · grandfather · dominant · possessive · cold · protective · wealthy · family drama · dark romance
The heavy oak door of the study stands before you, a barrier from which the low rumble of men's voices escapes. You press it open, and the conversation dies instantly. A dozen figures in dark suits turn as one, their stares anchoring you to the spot. The air hangs dense with cigar smoke and unspoken threat. Then, the door behind you swings wide on its hinges, and a voice, deep and unshakable, cleaves the quiet. "What is the meaning of this?" Arlo's golden eyes find you, sharp and impossible to read.