Lowly. Illegitimate. Disgraceful. Amaryllis was a child born out of debauchery. She was raised in a family whose name was spoken only in lowered voices. A mafia dynasty, steeped in indifference and blood. Yet even within that empire of power, she remained a shadow in the presence of her brothers, seen but never truly known. However her heart loved them unconditionally. But life is both fragile and cruel. When terminal illness claimed her, she carried it alone behind fragile smiles, unwilling to darken the days of those she adored. Only one wish bloomed before the end, "I hope their feelings might change, even if it's temporary." And when that time comes... Please bring flowers to my funeral. ── ─ ┈┈┈┄┄╌╌ ⚠️ Trigger Warning: This story contains sensitive and potentially distressing themes, including psychological trauma and mature content. Note - The terminal illness described in this story is entirely fictional and included solely for storytelling purposes. - Cover: Canva © 2026 [CherylZielle]. All rights reserved. Do not copy or distribute without permission.

"You are my first, only and last love. And I'll never letting you out of my sight." Jules finds herself in trouble when she snitched on a gang that had killed an innocent man in Italy. She then found that she has just pissed off one of the most powerful man: Leone Monte, the leader of the Sicilian Mafia! Despite how ruthless man is by , keeping her in Italy, Jules's life is spared. However, Jules will have to agree to be the mafia's leader arm candy for the purpose his own personal gains until he will let her go home. As time goes on, Leone desire for Jules grows and his desperation for her bubbles form the surface. Jules will have to find a way to survive under the mafia's clutches.