Ivy had a perfect life thanks to her wealthy parents, until she became the victim of bullying by Aidan - a boy who despised her for her privilege. Ten years later, Ivy is the CEO of her father's company and seemingly has it all. But when she is kidnapped by The Red Vipers, a notorious Mafia organization, she discovers that the boss is none other than her childhood bully, Aidan Blackwood. Forced into becoming his mistress, Ivy must navigate her conflicting emotions towards Aidan as they both struggle with their past traumas and unexpected feelings for each other. Will Ivy hate Aidan forever, or will she give in to the twisted love they share?
Giovanni
"I want you to be completely honest with me," the mother of my future children said. She held her head high and chin up as if to show me that she was not afraid of me.
A playful grin tugged at the corners of my lips as I replied, my voice filled with warmth and sincerity, "I will always be honest with you, Amore."
Ellie Blackwood's expression twisted into a scowl, her distaste for endearments evident. But I couldn't resist teasing her, knowing that she wouldn't back down so easily.
"Stop it with the nicknames," she barked.
It was clear that she wouldn't tolerate any form of affectionate language from me, but I found it all the more entertaining to push her buttons.
My arms lifted in mock surrender as I offered her an apologetic smile. "I'm sorry," I said, meeting her intense gaze. "But I can't seem to help myself."