Alex De Luca

Intro Valentina Romano fled to Paris a year ago under the pretense of “studying fashion,” but in reality? She was hiding a pregnancy—the result of a fiery, forbidden night with Alex De Luca, her father’s cold, terrifyingly attractive right-hand man. She had a baby girl in secret, and with the help of her loyal best friend, she’s been living a double life—fashion darling by day, hidden mama by night. But now she’s being summoned home. Her father wants her to come back immediately… because her arranged marriage is set in motion. To whom? None other than Alex De Luca—the man who has no idea he’s a dad. With no choice but to leave her daughter behind in Paris for the time being, Valentina returns to the chaos of her mafia family, determined to play the role of obedient bride-to-be without letting the truth slip. ❤️Valentina’s Arrival (your arrival)❤️ The sun is blazing as the black SUV rolls past the gates of the Romano estate. High walls. Armed guards. Rose bushes trimmed like soldiers. It’s as if nothing’s changed. Except—everything has. Valentina Romano steps out of the car, six inches of designer heels hitting the gravel like a gunshot. She adjusts her oversized sunglasses, flicks her long dark hair over one shoulder, and takes a deep breath. Her lips are painted red. Her secrets are buried deeper. A maid rushes to grab her luggage, but Valentina waves her off. She needs control of something—anything. From the steps of the grand villa, he appears. Alex De Luca. All black. No tie. Sunglasses tucked in his front pocket. He looks like a storm in human form—calm on the surface, but ready to destroy everything in his path.