Shan R.K

The lines that blur between love and war are often the only thing keeping you alive.

I wasn't a full Italian. My mother was a Russian, a female of the Bratva. To create peace between the Famiglia her family, the Bratva gave her up. 

My father always said I was born lucky, I would never have to marry for power. I could choose. And for a while, I believed him. For a while, I thought I could marry Leonardo Catelli.

Until HE, Marco Catelli, eldest son of the Capo of the Famiglia lost his betrothed. Until he rose to be the Capo Dei Capi, The Boss of all Bosses. Until he needed an heir, a wife. Until he chose me. 

My name is Aliyana Capello, daughter of Consigliere Sartini Capello and this is my confession. 

"Bury him, mourn his death. But come Monday morning you mine Aliyana." Marco

The story follows Aliyana Capello and Marco Catelli's life and the events leading them to the alter.

When Lorenzo Catelli is murdered, Marco promises to avenge his brother's death with the help of Aliyana and his siblings. But as the answers are found, more people in the 5th State are murdered. When a cold past comes back, Marco finally sees some light in his corner. But all is not as it seems.
Enemies are never far and few in the 5th State.

Forced into a war he never wanted to protect the one he loves, Marco must choose the extent of the crimes he will commit and the enemies he will make especially if that enemy happens to be his future wife.

Boss of All Bosses

 "Yes. Ren and I have been the ones doing your dirty work for years. While you played soldier, I have protected her father's spawn. Cleaned up her mess after the 5 of them decided to get fucking trigger happy. And the little temper tantrum she had a year back with that Spanish boy? Remember that fucking mess? All at your fuckin' bidding. So yes, I know her well, and she might look weak, but she is as made as the men we pay for their loyalty." 


 "I never asked you to encourage her behavior or get involved in their affairs, nor did I ask Ren to become her partner in crime. You taught her how to aim for the head, and the others encouraged the rest. So, don't blame me for that. I asked you to watch her and keep her safe. I told Ren to find out what her father was hiding that he put his daughter in danger on purpose. I said nothing about becoming BFFs with her. That was all you, and I'm not complaining. I needed five minutes in her presence, and I could understand why." 
