Beneath the Blood & Roses
Introduction
Lucien Romano, a ruthless billionaire and the hidden kingpin of one of the most powerful underground mafia syndicates in Europe, lives by three rules: trust no one, love no one, and never break a deal. At 29, he has everything—money, power, control—but behind it all, his life is ruled by dark secrets, blood oaths, and a cursed legacy.
To protect his empire from rising enemies and fulfill a dying promise to his late grandfather, he’s forced into an arranged marriage with a girl he’s never met. It’s a strategic move—a contract marriage—forged with an old ally’s family. His only condition? The girl must never interfere in his life.
Elena Moreau, 23, is a bright, soft-hearted girl from a middle-class background, studying literature while working part-time to support her family. She has dreams of becoming a writer, not a mafia bride. But when her father—burdened by debt and threatened by the shadows he once escaped—secretly agrees to the marriage to save their family, she’s thrown into a world she doesn’t understand.
She meets Licien on their wedding day—cold, intimidating, and emotionally unreachable. He makes it clear: “This is just a contract. We don’t fall in love. Ever.”
But Elena, with her fierce kindness and quiet strength, begins to chip away at the walls Lucien has built for years.
As they live under one roof, Elena discovers that Lucien is more than just a dangerous man—he’s a broken one, haunted by past betrayals, and desperate to protect those he loves in his own twisted way. Their fake marriage slowly turns real… but love in his world is a crime. And falling for her could cost him everything.
When enemies close in, and secrets unravel—including the truth behind why she was chosen—Elena must decide:
Will she run from the darkness that surrounds him?
Or will she fight beside him, even if it means becoming a part of his dangerous world?
[Incoming Call: Unknown Number]
Elena Moreau
Who is this? (typing)
Unknown
You’ll find out soon enough. Be ready at 6. (typing)
Elena Moreau
Ready for what? Hello? (typing)
[Group Chat: Moreau Family]
mom
Elena, wear something presentable. We’re visiting someone tonight.
dad
Don’t ask questions. Just do as we say.
Elena Moreau
Is something wrong?
dad
Please, ma chérie. Just trust us.
[Private Chat: Elena & Bestie - Ava]
Elena Moreau
Something’s up. My parents are acting strange.
Elena Moreau
They’re taking me to some rich family’s estate. Not telling me why.
Ava
Wait… could this be about your dad’s business debt?
Ava
Oh god. You didn’t know…
[Later - 6:45 PM | Romano Estate | Scene View]
The gates were taller than any building on our street.
Every part of him screamed danger and power.
Lucien Romano
So… this is her? (sips whiskey)
Elena Moreau
Who are you? (whispering)
Lucien Romano
Your future husband. (coldy)
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