Dominated By Him
"How do you... I mean, what's your relationship to Mr. Romano? You seem to know him quite well."
Emily's hand moved unconsciously to her rounded belly. "My husband Nicholas and Vito grew up together. They've been best friends since they were children, more like brothers really."
That explained so much. The familiarity between them, the way Emily had seemed completely comfortable in his presence while I'd been shaking with terror. She'd known him for years, had probably seen him at his most human moments, far removed from the ruthless businessman the rest of the world knew.