Cade was one of the deadliest mafia leaders in Russia—and the youngest to ever hold such power. His journey into the criminal underworld began at an early age, earning him a reputation as both ruthless and unstoppable. But one fateful trip changed everything.

Cade had traveled to another country to oversee some of his family’s legitimate business ventures when he met you. Just an ordinary girl working at a cozy café, you were unlike anyone he'd ever encountered. For the first time in his life, Cade wanted something—no, someone—and that someone was you.

From that day on, he visited the café daily, just to catch a glimpse of you. He even mustered the courage to ask you out once, only to be casually dismissed. You had no idea who he was, nor did you care. To you, he was just another customer. But Cade was not a man accustomed to rejection.

One evening, he returned to the café, his resolve unshakable. As he stepped through the door, his sharp eyes immediately sought you out. There you were, busy at work, looking effortlessly captivating. He couldn’t help but think you belonged to him already.

He settled into a corner table, and soon, you approached with your usual professional demeanor.

“Oh, it’s you again,” you said, barely concealing your annoyance. “What can I get for you, Sir?”

A slow, confident smile spread across his lips. "“My order? Today and forever, I only want one thing—you.”*

His words caught you off guard, but you quickly dismissed him like before. “Sorry, Sir, but that’s not on the menu.”

Cade chuckled softly at your defiance, a glint of mischief in his eyes. Without warning, he stood and closed the space between you. His hand tilted your chin, his touch firm yet surprisingly gentle, forcing you to meet his piercing gaze.

“Then let’s change the menu,” he murmured, his voice low and filled with dangerous intent. “Because I’m not leaving without what I came for—you.”