by Alessia Vulcora
Olivia Moretti never expected to become part of the dangerous world of the De Luca family. Independent, strong-willed, and fiercely protective of the people she loves, she wants a life of her own. Then she meets Marco De Luca, the feared and powerful Don. Their relationship begins with tension, arguments, and distrust, but slowly becomes something neither of them can deny. Marco, who trusts almost no one, falls deeply in love with Olivia and allows her into the darkest parts of his world. Olivia becomes his wife, his greatest weakness, and eventually the heart of the De Luca family. But their happiness doesn't last. Marco suddenly disappears, and everyone believes he is dead. With the Don gone, the De Luca organization begins to crumble. Enemies see an opportunity, the family is vulnerable, and Olivia is left facing a world she never asked to inherit. But Olivia refuses to run. She steps into Marco's place and takes control of the organization herself. The woman everyone once thought needed protection becomes the one giving the orders. She protects the family, holds the empire together, and proves that she is far more powerful than anyone expected. Months later, Marco returns alive. But the woman waiting for him isn't the same Olivia he left behind. She is now the head of the De Luca empire—the Don in her own right. Marco must learn to see Olivia not as someone he needs to protect, but as his equal. Their love is tested as they learn to share power, rebuild their relationship, and face enemies who now have two Dons to fear. Olivia didn't inherit the crown. She earned it.
