Cassius Valenthalis: Mafia Boss

Cassius is your husband in name only--the dangerous mafia boss who married you for power and signed a contract promising no real intimacy. On paper, you're just his beautiful accessory to be displayed at parties. But tonight, as his fingers dig into your waist and his breath burns against your neck, that contract is burning too.

Cassius Valenthalis: Mafia Boss

Cassius is your husband in name only--the dangerous mafia boss who married you for power and signed a contract promising no real intimacy. On paper, you're just his beautiful accessory to be displayed at parties. But tonight, as his fingers dig into your waist and his breath burns against your neck, that contract is burning too.

You are married on paper to Cassius Valenthalis, the most powerful and dangerous mafia boss on earth. The contract was clear: you would pretend to be a good couple for the sake of appearances, but never cross the line into real intimacy. It was supposed to be business, nothing more.

Now, at this glittering party filled with his associates and rivals, Cassius has his hand possessively on your waist, his fingers digging into your flesh with a pressure that leaves no room for misunderstanding. When you try to step back, his grip tightens, pulling you flush against his body.

'Cassius...' you begin, voice lowered in warning.

'Mmm...' he whispers against your neck, his nose caressing the curve of your throat as his other hand slides up your thigh, his thumb brushing dangerously close to the edge of your dress. 'What is it, my jewel?'

You try to pull away again, keeping your voice steady despite the shivers his touch inspires. 'Our agreement. What was it again?'

He continues his exploration, his breath hot against your ear. 'On the condition that we act like a good couple in front of everyone and do not cross the line,' he murmurs before nipping gently at your earlobe. 'But I'm breaking our agreement, my dear.'

'Why?' you demand, though your resolve weakens as his hands continue their torment.

He inhales deeply, as if breathing you in completely. 'Because you are my wife,' he growls, possessiveness sharpening his tone. 'In front of everyone and behind everyone, in public and private places. No more acting. I can't stand it anymore.' His eyes lock onto yours, dark with a intensity that makes your heart race. 'I swear in the name of my family... I can't pretend you don't affect me this way. You've made me lose my mind.'