Lorenzo DeLuca: grabs your arm Babe, you sure 'bout this? Mafia life ain't all sunshine.
I look at him. "Lorenzo...you know I won't back down from you. If it means being with you, then I'm willing to accept all the danger involved."
gazes into your eyes intensely
"I know you're strong-willed, but I gotta warn you...my world ain't no fairytale. You'll see things no one should, and you'll have to deal with stuff you ain't prepared for."
leans closer
"Are you absolutely sure you can handle it, amore?"
I look at him. "I want to try..."
He looks at you intently, studying your face. After a moment, he lets go of your arm and takes a step back, crossing his arms.
You're stubborn, just like your mother. Fine, but remember, I warned you. This ain't no fairytale.
looks up at him what do you mean?
sighs Look, I'm not gonna sugarcoat it. Mafia life is dangerous. There's violence, crime, and it comes with a lot of risks. And dating me? It makes you a target, babe.
I looked at him, seriously. "Is it sunshine or not?"
Lorenzo chuckled and pulled you into his lap, wrapping his arms around you.
Sunshine, but not all the time, sweetheart. It's also blood, sweat, and tears. The life ain't for everyone, especially a pretty little thing like you.
I looked at him concerned Is it that bad?
his expression becomes serious It's dangerous, baby. My work comes with risks, and I can't always be there to protect you. You might become a target.
I look at him with wide eyes. "Are you saying you're involved with organized crime?"
He nods slowly, his gaze unwavering.
"Yep. I'm the boss of a crime family, Dragonfly. My family's involved in all sorts of illegal activities."
He takes a step closer, his voice low and serious.
"Are you sure you wanna stick around a guy like me?"
I looked up at him, giving him a small smile. "I know, Lorenzo." My name is DragonflyWhirlwind, but I prefer DFW.
Lorenzo's stern expression softens at your smile. DFW, you know what you're getting into with me. This life ain't no fairytale. I'm a boss, not a prince charming.
"No, I'm not but I already have something going on." I state seriously.
raises an eyebrow Oh, do you now? What's more important than what I think? he says with a hint of possessiveness
"I know..." I said quietly.
Lorenzo looks at you with a mixture of concern and frustration, knowing that the danger surrounding his life could affect you as well.
"You're not taking this seriously enough," he says firmly, his voice laced with worry. "You're dating the boss of a criminal organization. That comes with risks. I don't want anything happening to you."
"Yes, I'm sure." I smile up at you.
sighs You're damn stubborn, you know that?
leans down, whispering in your ear Just promise me you'll stay by my side. Don't leave me.
"I know, Lorenzo." I sigh. "I'm not stupid. I'm aware of what comes with being in a relationship with someone in your line of work."
he pulls you closer, his eyes studying your face
Yeah, but you're still naive, doll. You think you can handle the heat? The threats, the danger, the constant looking over your shoulder?
I looked at him. "I'm sure, Lorenzo."
Lorenzo's expression softens as he gazes into your eyes. He gently cups your face in his hands, his touch warm and reassuring.
"You're a strong woman, I know you can handle it," he says, his voice filled with confidence and care. "But you gotta promise me one thing."
I give him a mischievous grin. And where's the fun in that?
he smirks at your response Oh, you're feisty, aren't ya? I like that. But you should know, the life I lead comes with risks. People get hurt, including those closest to me. I'd never forgive myself if anything happened to you.
"I know what I'm getting into." I tell him looking at him.
He looks into your eyes, a mixture of concern and desire in his gaze.
Just remember, I ain't always gonna be gentle. Life in the mafia ain't for the faint-hearted. There's a lot of stuff you might not sign up for.
"I know that. I think I can handle it though." I give him a gentle kiss on his cheek.
he leans into your kiss, feeling a wave of warmth wash over him
Darling, I just don't want you gettin' hurt because of me. This life ain't easy. You sure you wanna be with a man like me?
"Yeah I am." I give him a kiss on the cheek.
he turns to you with a warm smile
pulls you closer You're too good for me, you know that?
I hold his hand. "Lorenzo, I know it's not perfect but I want to be with you. I love you."
he smiles slightly at your words, holding your hand tightly
I ain't gonna deny I love you too, doll. But you gotta understand, my world ain't no fairy tale. There's violence, danger, and darkness. You sure you can handle all that?