Masuk"You were promised to me, Alessia, not even death can change that." Alessia Capone was born a mafia princess, powerful last name, perfect future and zero control. At just fourteen, her parents sold her into a blood-soaked engagement with Rino Lombardi, the cold, dangerous heir of Italy’s most feared criminal empire. He was obsessed from the moment he saw her. She hated him before he even spoke. To escape that fate, she ran straight into the arms of another man. A man who turned out to be worse than her worst nightmare. Now, decades later, Rino Lombardi is back. Widowed. Ruthless. More powerful than ever. And still maddeningly obsessed with the one woman who got away. He made a vow to himself. If he can’t have her willingly, he’ll burn the world until she begs to come home. But Alessia is no longer the young girl he once knew. She’s a queen in her own right. She’ll never kneel, never submit, not even to the devil she once escaped. ...Or will she? Because the man she swore to hate may be the only one she’s ever truly belonged to. And this time, he’s not asking.
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This story is for the women who’ve been told their time has passed. The ones who’ve been told that love has an expiration date. That passion has a deadline. I wrote this for you because you still deserve the butterflies. The soft moments and the sinful ones. The second chances and the wild, all-consuming kind of love. You’re not past your prime, you are the prime and anyone who can’t see that? They’re not the main characters in this story. So grab your wine, take off your bra, and settle in. We’re rewriting the damn narrative. ⊱⊶⊷⊶⊷⊰ DISCLAIMER This is a work of fiction. All names, characters, places, and events are either the products of the author’s imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is purely coincidental and unintentional. This book, including all its content, is protected by copyright laws. All rights are reserved by the author, and no part of this book may be reproduced, transmitted, or otherwise utilized in any form or by any means—whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise—without the express written permission of the copyright holder. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this work is prohibited and may result in legal action. Copyright © 2025 by Jane Doe Writings. All rights reserved. ⊱⊶⊷⊶⊷⊰ TRIGGER WARNINGS! The following book contains imagery that some readers may find distressing. This book contains multiple explicit scenes that graphically simulate sexual assault, although every encounter is fully consensual. •Strong Language •Graphic Violence and Gore •Murder/Assassination •Torture •Gun Violence •Explicit Sexual Scenes This is a dark romance, which means love is messy, pain is part of the journey, and healing comes at a cost. Please take care of yourself while reading, and know that it’s okay to step away if anything becomes too overwhelming. Your safety and comfort matter more than any chapter. ⊱⊶⊷⊶⊷⊰ POINT OF VIEWS - POVs. This book is written in dual point of view. That said, not every chapter will alternate perspectives. The POV shifts will happen organically, when it makes the most sense for the storyline. Sometimes you’ll stay with one character for several chapters if that’s where the emotional weight or action is strongest. ⊱⊶⊷⊶⊷⊰ UPDATES SCHEDULE I don’t have a fixed update schedule for this book, you’ll definitely be getting updates, just maybe not every single day. Sometimes I might miss a day or two, and sometimes you’ll get two updates in a row. It all depends on my crazy schedule. Please know I’m doing my absolute best to keep things consistent while juggling exams, hospital rotations, and everything in between. Your patience and support mean the world to me, every comment, like, and read keeps me going, even on the tough days. ⊱⊶⊷⊶⊷⊰ AUTHOR'S NOTE Thank you so much for choosing to read my story, truly, it means the world to me. There are so many incredible books out there, and the fact that you decided to spend time with mine is something I don’t take for granted. If you enjoy the story, I would absolutely love to hear your thoughts. Your feedback not only helps me grow as a writer but also keeps me company during those long, solitary hours when it’s just me, my coffee, and my characters emotionally ruining each other. Thank you again for being here. I can’t wait to share more of this journey with you. ⊱⊶⊷⊶⊷⊰ With all my love, Jane Doe Writings. X O X O 💖Well… we did it. Rino finally got his girl. After all the pain, the stubborn fights, the emotional damage, the bad decisions, the longing, the years apart, and enough tension to power an entire city, these two finally made it home to each other. Rino and Alessia were never meant to be easy. They were loud, complicated, emotional, and completely incapable of letting go. He loved too fiercely. She loved too deeply. And somehow, between mafia wars, family drama, and healing old wounds, they built something stronger than either of them expected, a family, a home, and a love that survived time itself. Writing them felt like watching two people grow up, grow older, and grow into love instead of rushing toward it. And I think that’s why their story means so much to me. Because this book was never only about mafia power or dangerous men. It was also about women. About the truth that romance does not belong only to young heroines or first loves. A woman does not lose her magic wit
Alessia ─ ∘❉∘ ─ I was exhausted from the travel, but the second I saw them all, the fatigue vanished. "Finally!" Adriano’s voice boomed, "Look at her. She’s so beautiful." Madeleine was right behind him, holding Nero on her hip. Nero was busy chewing on a plastic ring, but Maddie looked like she was about to burst into tears, "Oh, look at those cheeks!" Vincenzo smiled looking at her, "She's got the Capone eyes." I looked down at her, seeing those soulful eyes, "She does," I whispered, feeling a surge of pride. "She really does." "What's her name?" Claire asked as she perched herself on the armrest of the couch I’d sunk into, her eyes full of love. I looked at my boys, the boys I’d watched grow into powerful men. I took a deep breath and looked at each of them. "Her name is Isabella," I announced. A soft, collective gasp rippled through the room. It was like I’d pulled the air right out of their lungs. For a second, my boys were completely stunned, speechless, w
Alessia ─ ∘❉∘ ─ The Amalfi coast was everything, once the salt air hit my skin and the sun started to feel like a constant hug, I knew I wasn't going back to the city anytime soon. I didn't want the noise, the guards. I just wanted to be still. So, we stayed. For the rest of the term, it was just the two of us, and the tiny life growing bigger and stronger inside me every single day. Living there felt like being in a beautiful, golden bubble. Most mornings, I’d wake up to the sound of the waves crashing against the cliffs and the smell of fresh lemons. I’d spend hours just sitting on our terrace, looking out at the endless blue water, my hands constantly resting on my stomach. I was obsessed with the way my body was changing. My skin felt soft, my curves were rounding out, and I felt more beautiful than I ever had in my life. It wasn't just about how I looked, it was the power of it. I was a home. I was a safe space for my baby. Rino was a changed man out there. Away from the bus
Alessia ─ ∘❉∘ ─ The Capone mansion felt quieter than usual, though with this family, quiet was a relative term. Claire was finally back on her feet, the new baby was upstairs, and the living room was filled with the usual suspects. I sat on the edge of the sofa. I was almost three months along. My clothes were starting to feel tight, and it was time. "I have to tell you guys something," I started, and every Capone eye turned toward me. I felt the heat crawl up my neck, and suddenly, I couldn't look at them. "I'm... I'm pregnant." I immediately slammed my hands over my face, hiding. "I didn't even think it was possible. The timing is crazy, and I didn't plan for this to happen now, but—" "Wait, for real?" Adriano’s voice broke through my rambling. I peeked through my fingers, my face burning, "Yes. It’s real. Things are so different now and—" Before I could apologize again, Adriano moved. He didn't just stand up, he dropped to his knees right in front of the couch s






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