Chapter 3 Shadows of the Iron Serpent.

In the heart of the bustling city, where shadows danced in alleyways and secrets whispered in the night, there lived a man named Luca Romano. With striking features and an air of danger, Luca was the son of the notorious mafia leader, Giovanni Romano, who ruled over the Iron Serpent Syndicate with an iron fist. Giovanni's empire was built on fear and respect, but his personal life was a different story. Luca's parents, Giovanni and Isabella Romano, had once been a power couple, but their tumultuous relationship ended in divorce, leaving Luca caught in the crossfire of their animosity.

Luca had inherited his father's charisma and ruthlessness, but he sought to carve his own path away from the shadows of his family's legacy. He was determined to prove that he could be more than just Giovanni's son. Despite his desire for independence, Luca found himself deeply entrenched in the world of organized crime, navigating the treacherous waters of loyalty and betrayal.

By his side was his trusted assistant, Marco DeLuca. Marco was fiercely loyal, having grown up alongside Luca. He was the brains behind many of Luca's operations, skilled in negotiation and strategy. With a sharp mind and quick reflexes, Marco ensured that Luca's plans ran smoothly, always ready to protect his friend from any threat.

Luca's two best friends were Dante and Alessio. Dante Moretti was a skilled enforcer, known for his strength and combat skills. He was someone who could handle himself in a fight, always ready to back up Luca when tensions ran high. Dante had a heart of gold beneath his tough exterior, fiercely protective of his friends and family.

Alessio Romano, Luca's cousin, was the tech expert of the group. With a knack for hacking and surveillance, Alessio provided crucial information that kept them one step ahead of their rivals. He was the quiet genius, often working behind the scenes, but his contributions were invaluable in the high-stakes world they navigated.

As the night unfolded, Luca's thoughts drifted back to the club where he had caught sight of Isabella. The moment their eyes met had ignited something within him-a curiosity that he couldn't shake. He knew that stepping into her world could complicate everything, but the allure of the unknown was too strong to resist. With Marco, Dante, and Alessio by his side, Luca was ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, determined to protect Isabella from the dangers that lurked in the shadows of his life. Little did he know, their paths were destined to intertwine in ways that would change both their lives forever.