VIKTOR
I stood by the balcony, tightly gripping onto the rails and gazing mindlessly into broad daylight. Sending Mia away was one of the biggest gambles I’d taken. I had to. Knowing that she was safe and sheltered, I’d be able to concentrate better on the task at hand.
’Always for the family, son’. My father’s words rang in my ears as I glanced down at the ring on my forefinger—an heirloom. The engraved silver sword symbolized boldness while the thorny crown represented the authority of the Boss over the families. And every oath was sworn in blood. The ultimate mark of power, strength, and authority.
Alessandro Romano, my father, wore it while he ruled and passed it down to me the day I took my position as the Boss.
And it was about time to consolidate my reign—once again—to each and
