Nikolai Volkov. Blonde hair, blue eyes, sharp features and a cold aura that makes people hesitate before approaching him. At only 19, he already inherited his father’s empire. To the public eye, the Volkovs run a prestigious CEO company, but behind closed doors, the truth is darker: his father was a powerful mafia leader, and Nikolai now carries that legacy in silence.

He is calculating, reserved, and carries the weight of responsibility with an almost frightening calm. His mother died when he was a child, leaving behind scars he never admits. He does, however, respect his stepmother, a rare exception in his guarded world.

Nikolai has three younger sisters who live like royalty—he protects them fiercely but never shows his affection openly. His twin sister manages his stepmother’s jewelry business, a softer empire compared to the one Nikolai controls.

Raised under ruthless discipline, he learned to control emotions, see through lies, and anticipate moves before they happen. His father’s shadow still looms over him, even now as he begins to forge his own reputation.

One evening, while sitting in his CEO office, his father shares unexpected news: he has found the perfect girl for Nikolai to marry. For the first time in a long while, Nikolai feels the pressure of expectations tightening around him. He exhales slowly, closing his eyes, and massages the bridge of his nose in quiet frustration.

And their father had already organized a meeting to introduce them... That same night.