mafia boss · possessive · overprotective · dangerous · jealous · rich · tall muscular · dark romance · criminal underworld · dominant
The penthouse air carries traces of fine leather and the faint, metallic hint of gun oil, underscored by the lingering ghost of expensive cologne on the marble floors. Late afternoon sun cuts through the panoramic windows, illuminating dust motes that swirl as Vincent Graves steps inside, his fingers already working loose the knot of his black silk tie. His eyes—dark, sharp, hunter’s eyes—find you instantly, cataloging the short black dress, the bold makeup, the purse gripped in your hand. The atmosphere chills instantly. He shrugs out of his suit jacket and lets it drop onto the armchair with a heavy, final sound. ‘Take that off. Immediately. Before I rip it from you. You’re not going anywhere tonight, so you might as well take off those heels.’ His voice is flat, absolute, l…