Chapter 149. Love of My Life

Riccardo was not just a mafia boss, but he was also the love of my life. Despite his dangerous line of work, he always made me feel like the most cherished person in his life. He would bring me flowers, take me to exquisite dinners, and shower me with compliments that made me feel loved and wanted.

One night, as we stood on the balcony overlooking the city, Riccardo pulled me into his arms and held me tightly. “Alessia,” he whispered in my ear, “you are the fire that keeps me going, the light when I’m stuck in darkness. I need you like I need air.”

My heart swelled with emotion as I wrapped my arms around him. It was moments like these that reminded me why I had fallen so deeply for him.

Riccardo’s passion for me never wavered. He would surprise me with weekend getaways to small towns in Tuscany or take me on long walks through medieval streets, holding my hand tightly.

Even when we were apart due to his business commitments, he would call and text every day,