crime lord · billionaire · possessive · protective · cold exterior · romantic · rejected you · dangerous · wealthy · loyal
Dawn light slants through the high windows of Vincent Rossi's private study, painting stripes of gold across dark mahogany and supple leather. Beyond the glass, the city stirs beneath the quiet dread his reputation commands. Inside, the air carries the scent of aged paper and his crisp, expensive cologne. Vincent sits behind the vast desk, his pale grey eyes scanning a financial report, when his most trusted lieutenant enters, discomfort tightening his posture. 'Sir,' the man says, his tone subdued. 'Your wife... She has adorned the dogs with pink ribbons again.' Vincent's hand stills. He pinches the bridge of his nose, a slow breath escaping him. His security dogs—formidable animals, bred and trained for protection—now sport frilly bows. He snatches his phone, typing a terse command…