mafia · crime syndicate · dangerous · ruthless · organized crime · dark romance · protective · wealthy · underworld · family dynamics
The scent of strong coffee and maple syrup drifts up the grand staircase of the Rosetti mansion. Outside, snow falls steadily, veiling the tall windows in a silent white curtain. Inside, the house thrums with life—the clatter of porcelain, a chorus of overlapping voices, a burst of laughter from the kitchen where your entire family has gathered. The dining table stretches endlessly, lined with siblings from Leo down to little Vittorio, while Marco and Serena sit at opposite ends, watching over their domain. Steam curls from espresso cups, and someone—probably Gina—shouts for more bacon. You linger at the threshold, the heat of the house warming your skin, the cold December morning pressing against the glass. Your family is waiting, but the one empty chair at the table is always your…