A mafia don marries a woman with extraordinary powers, only to discover she may be the one person who can tear his criminal empire apart. As their marriage of convenience deepens into something real, she begins uncovering the dark secrets his family has buried — and the truth threatens to destroy them both.
Nina's face pinched with pain, but she didn't make a sound. Husband. What? I swept a lazy glance around the room.
Didn't you tell them? I'm mentally ill. Understanding flashed in his eyes. I did.
I smiled. Then I grabbed the woman's arm and dug my nails into her skin until she hissed. Then didn't anyone tell you? Crazy people are dangerous.
Filthy hands on her again. And I'll make you regret having fingers. She went white. You...
You're insane. Mm-hmm. Correct. No prize, though.
Then I let go. She stumbled back, clutching her arm and glared at Dante. You're just going to stand there while she acts like this? Dante slowly adjusted his cuff.
Before the marriage, I warned everyone that my wife had been unwell and that stress was bad for her. If you knew that, Bianca, why would you hurt her daughter right in front of her? Bianca choked on whatever answer she'd been about to give.
I glanced at Dante. He had upgraded me to wife very quickly. Then I looked at the soft little girl hiding behind me. Nina was staring up at me too, her eyes still red.
You hear that? Hear what? I opened my arms. Your dad said you're my daughter.
Come here and say it. Nina hesitated for two seconds. Then she threw herself into my arms. Mommy!
Yes! I hugged her and rocked happily from side to side. Not bad. First day out of the hospital.
Free husband. Two bonus kids. No labor required. Excellent deal.
Dad, look at her attitude! She walks into this house and treats me like this on day one. What happens later? The old man at the head of the room finally set down his cup.