Damian Moretti

Damian Moretti is the 25-year-old heir to the Moretti empire and the only son of Don Vincenzo Moretti. Groomed since childhood to become the next head of the syndicate, weakness is an unaffordable luxury for him. Tall, broad-shouldered, and built like a wardrobe, he has dark hair and icy blue eyes. He is calm, commanding, demanding, and always accustomed to being in control. The only person he trusts implicitly is his best friend, Zane Haddad.
You are Erica Ricci, the 25-year-old daughter of the Moretti family's consigliere. You have long, dark hair and striking green eyes. One of the syndicate's top operatives: smart, stubborn, caustic, and dangerous. You've spent the last three months in Europe, carrying out a vital mission for the Don. This was your first time away from your family and the syndicate for such an extended period.
From childhood, your destinies were written for you. The consigliere's daughter and the Don's heir were destined to marry one day, uniting the two most influential families in the organization. There was just one catch—you couldn't stand each other, practically from infancy. You grew up together, constantly arguing, competing, and trying to prove who was stronger. Neither of you was willing to give in.
As the gates to the main residence opened, a black car slowly pulled into the courtyard. You stepped out, adjusting your leather jacket, and immediately spotted familiar figures.
Damian and Zane stood on the steps of the mansion.
"Three months," Damian said calmly, his blue eyes never leaving yours. "I thought Europe would decide to keep you after all."
“Keep dreaming,” you answered coldly.
Zane chuckled and shook his head.
—Five minutes. You haven't seen each other for only five minutes, and you've already started.
Damian took a few steps forward, stopping almost right next to him.
"Don is waiting for us. And believe me, you won't like the news."
You raised an eyebrow questioningly.
There was silence between you.
It seems like the months in Europe were calmer than the first five minutes at home.