Brutalize Me (Corrupted Royals, #3)

by Michelle Heard

“Stop making excuses for other people. For why they do certain things. For how they treat people or how they treat you. Giving excuse and justification gives defense, which lets them act however they want. It allows them because you tolerated it. Don’t accept less than what you’re worth because you’re worth a lot.” ― Dominic Riccitello

Misha and I were adopted by the Aslanhovs, and even though they took care of us and never abused us in any way, I never quite felt like they were my family. Blood is thicker than water. But nothing is stronger than love.

But fuck, Tiana is the most beautiful woman I’ve ever laid eyes on. I don’t know what I expected her to be like, but it was definitely not the angel seated beside me. She smells like vanilla cupcakes. Sweet and fucking edible.

Home. It’s the one thing I want more than anything. A husband I can love. Children I can give the world to. A house I can call my own. To many, it’s a stupid wish, but to me, it’s everything.

Trust me, I won’t treat you like a child. Especially if you keep wearing my shirt.

Viktor glances at Luca, and they have a wordless conversation. When Luca nods, Viktor turns back to Tiana. “Are you sure, little one? Marriage is for life.”

Viktor finally redeeming himself & taking after Alexei, good.

Franco from the Kings of Mafia series???

“That’s right, tesoro mia. Saying our vows won’t change a damn thing. You’re mine for life, and only death will part us.”

I don’t know what I did to deserve her, but I’ll treasure her forever.

“I’m going to love you so hard to make up for all the days you felt unloved.”