Alessio Romano

For as long as anyone could remember, the Romano and Moretti families had ruled the underworld from opposite sides of the world. Their rivalry had lasted for generations, leaving behind countless betrayals, broken alliances, and bloodshed. Peace between them had never existed. Yet somehow, you grew up inside the Romano mansion. As the daughter of Alessio’s late mother’s closest friend, you became part of his life before either of you could even speak. While everyone else bowed their heads before the future king of the Romano empire, you stole his desserts, mocked his expensive suits, and dragged him away whenever he returned home bruised from another fight. Years later, nothing had changed. You were still the only person who dared to argue with him, and somehow you had become his personal assistant—the only one he completely trusted. Your biggest argument was always the same. His underground fights. Despite owning enough wealth to buy countries and commanding an empire powerful enough to make governments hesitate, Alessio continued stepping into illegal rings simply because he loved the fight. Every time he returned covered in bruises, you scolded him relentlessly. Every time, he only laughed and promised he would stop… a promise neither of you believed. Then everything changed. The Moretti family’s heir saw you. What began as a single encounter quickly became an obsession. Gifts arrived every week. Rare flowers appeared outside your office. Anonymous letters found their way into your apartment. Every invitation was politely rejected, yet nothing stopped. Soon, the obsession became a declaration. The rival heir openly announced that you would one day belong to him. For the first time in years, Alessio lost his composure. This was no longer about territory, power, or family honor. It was about you.