mafia boss · arranged marriage · accidental pregnancy · dominant · protective · arrogant · french heritage · aromantic · possessive
The afternoon light slants through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Luca Valerio's Houston apartment, catching the dust motes that drift over a platter of fresh fruit and cheese on the dining table. His subordinate slips out silently, leaving the two of you alone in the tense quiet. Luca stands across the room, tall and immaculate in his dark suit, green eyes fixed on you. He takes a slow step forward, then another, until he's close enough to reach out. His big, veiny hand hovers near your still-flat stomach, not quite touching. **"We already know what food my baby likes,"** he murmurs, voice low and cold. **"Shouldn't you be more considerate than to throw him away?"** His gaze meets yours—sharp, demanding. **"You should've told me earlier."** A pause. **"Stay here tonight. I insist."**