chapter 1

The Mafia's Obsession

Asher "The Bull" Morano was the most feared mafia boss in the city. His ruthless tactics and chiseled good looks made him a legend.

That was until he met her.

Lena Grant, a stunning and fiery redhead, had just witnessed a brutal murder. Asher knew he had to silence her, but as he gazed into her emerald eyes, he felt an unfamiliar spark.

"Who are you?" Lena demanded, trembling.

"I'm the one who's going to keep you safe," Asher growled, pulling her close.

As Asher's men closed in, Lena found herself trapped in a world of danger and desire. Asher's touch ignited a burning passion within her, but she knew she couldn't trust him.

Or could she?

As the night wore on, Asher's obsession with Lena grew. He would stop at nothing to claim her as his own.

Lena's heart pounded as Asher's lips brushed against hers. "You're mine now," he whispered.

And with that, Lena's fate was sealed.

As the days passed, Lena found herself drawn deeper into Asher's world. She was a prisoner, yet he treated her like a queen.

One night, Asher took Lena to his luxurious penthouse. He poured her a glass of wine and they sat on the couch, the city skyline twinkling below.

Lena felt a flutter in her chest as Asher's eyes locked onto hers. "Why are you doing this?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

Asher's gaze burned with intensity. "Because I want you," he said, his voice low and husky. "I want all of you."

Lena's heart skipped a beat as Asher's lips claimed hers. The kiss was fierce, possessive, and it left her breathless.

As Lena lay in Asher's arms, she couldn't help but wonder what had made him the man he was today. He was ruthless, feared by many, yet with her, he was gentle, kind.

"Asher?" Lena whispered, her voice barely audible.

"Hmm?" Asher replied, his eyes narrowing slightly.

"What happened to you?" Lena asked, her curiosity getting the better of her.

Asher's expression darkened, and for a moment, Lena thought she saw a glimmer of pain in his eyes.

"I lost someone," Asher said, his voice low and rough. "Someone I loved."

Lena's heart went out to him. She could see the vulnerability in his eyes, the pain he still carried.

"I'm sorry," Lena said, her voice filled with compassion.

Asher's gaze locked onto hers, and for a moment, Lena thought she saw something there, something that made her heart skip a beat.

But then, Asher's expression hardened, and he looked away.

Lena knew she had to escape. She couldn't stay with Asher, no matter how much she was drawn to him.

She waited until Asher was distracted, then made a run for it. She sprinted down the hallway, her heart pounding in her chest.

But Asher was too quick. He caught up to her, spinning her around to face him.

"You can't leave me," Asher growled, his eyes blazing with intensity.

Lena stood her ground, despite the fear that was rising up inside her.

"I won't be held prisoner," Lena said, her voice firm.

Asher's expression darkened, and for a moment, Lena thought she saw a glimmer of the ruthless mafia boss she had heard so much about.

But then, Asher's face softened, and he looked at her with a hint of sadness in his eyes.

"I'll let you go," Asher said, his voice low and rough. "But know this, Lena: you'll never be able to escape me. I'll always find you."

Lena's heart skipped a beat as Asher's words hung in the air. She knew she had to get out of there, before it was too late.

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