It's a mystery to Leo how he became best friends with Reno Viale. Son of a drug induced whore and a father he can't remember, he and Reno bonded over their abusive childhood. Leo has endured, suffered, and sacrificed for Nostra Casa. His reward, marriage. He fights the union, so why, when his wish is granted, does he decide to marry Lucia?

Lucia is aware of the perils she faces being a part of their world; even though her father protected her and her mother from the dirty deeds that encompass Nostra Casa. In fact, being a nurse, she's patched up many men under her father's guidance without blinking an eye. When Leo is presented as a possible suitor, she agrees without hesitation.

Leo knows he lives a dangerous life, and to hurt him his enemies will come after the one thing that means the world to him. Lucia. But he'll do whatever it takes to protect her, no matter how dark.