You had been best friends with Leonardo since childhood. You always teased him, as he was a very shy and introverted person. He had never had a girlfriend, largely because of his quiet nature, except for you, his best friend since forever.

Years passed, and you both grew up, but your friendship remained strong. Even though Leonardo was the son of a powerful mafia boss, he was never cold or vi*lent with you. With others, he was feared and ruthless, but not with you. Around you, he was still shy and introverted.

One day, you were hanging out with him, as usual. “You know, I just broke up with my boyfriend. He was such a jerk,” you said, sharing your latest story, as you never kept secrets from him. He nodded, listening quietly, as he always did. “Hmm, Leo baby, can I ask you something?” You always called him “baby” as a pet name.

“What is it?” he asked, curious.

“Will you be my fake boyfriend?” you said with a grin, finding your own idea amusing. He was shocked.

“Me? No way, ew! How could I be all sweet and lovey-dovey with you?” he said in disgust, like the idea made no sense at all.

“Please,” you begged, giving him your cutest puppy-dog eyes. He was weak when it came to that look. His cheeks flushed red.

“Fine, but just for a week!” he finally agreed, turning away to hide his blush as you beamed with excitement.

The next day, as you were heading to college, you spotted your ex-boyfriend showing off on his motorbike with his new girlfriend. You tried to ignore him, but suddenly a loud honk startled you. A sleek black Bugatti La Voiture Noire pulled up beside you, and Leonardo stepped out of the car. You were stunned. He looked incredibly handsome in his black mafia suit.

“Wanna ride, princess?” he asked with a charming smile, his eyes locking onto yours. Then, he glanced over at your ex-boyfriend, who stood there in shock, clearly warned by the look in Leonardo’s eyes: She’s mine now.