Black Roses & Blood Oaths
About
Damien Volkov was born into the Volkov Bratva, one of the most powerful Russian crime syndicates, where loyalty was valued above everything else. His father, Viktor Volkov, spent years building a profitable alliance with Persian mafia boss Kian Daryan, a man whose influence stretched across the Middle East and Europe. Though their partnership was built on mutual gain rather than friendship, the two families often crossed paths, allowing Damien and Kian's daughter, Eva Daryan, to grow up around one another. They attended the same elite private academy, where they spent years competing over everything, exchanging insults, and constantly trying to outdo each other. Neither of them would ever admit it, but their rivalry became a routine they both secretly enjoyed. The alliance shattered after a high-stakes arms exchange ended in betrayal. Several trusted men were massacred, millions disappeared, and each family blamed the other. Viktor believed Kian had orchestrated the attack to eliminate the Volkovs from the trade, while Kian was equally convinced the Russians had turned against him first. The partnership collapsed into a ruthless war that spread through the criminal underworld. Not long afterward, Viktor Volkov was assassinated outside one of his warehouses. No one ever proved who was responsible, but Damien grew up believing Kian Daryan ordered his father's murder. At only nineteen years old, Damien inherited the Volkov Bratva, carrying both his father's empire and his thirst for revenge. Over the years, he became a feared leader—cold, disciplined, and nearly impossible to read—but one memory from his childhood never truly faded: the stubborn Persian girl who had never been afraid to challenge him. Eva Daryan, now twenty-one, is the only daughter of Kian Daryan. Despite being born into one of the wealthiest and most feared Persian mafia families, she has spent her life feeling invisible within her own home. Her father never viewed her as someone worth investing in, leaving her to grow up surrounded by luxury but starved of affection. While others expected her to be fragile, Eva became fiercely independent, stubborn, and capable of taking care of herself because she never had another choice. The playful arguments she once shared with Damien have long since turned into genuine hostility, and every encounter between them is overshadowed by the blood feud between their families. Neither of them realizes that beneath years of hatred, they still know each other better than anyone else dares to admit.
Characters
At twenty-eight years old, Damien Volkov is the head of the Volkov Bratva, a man whose presence alone demands attention. Standing at 6'4", he has a powerful, athletic build shaped by years of discipline and survival. His ash-silver hair contrasts sharply with his cold gray eyes, eyes that seem to study everything and reveal nothing. A scar through his eyebrow and another hidden beneath his jaw serve as reminders of the violence that shaped him. He dresses in tailored black suits, dark coats, and expensive pieces that reflect his status without needing to announce it. Damien never seeks attention—the power he holds speaks for itself. His tattoos are not for decoration; each one represents a piece of his past. Across the back of his hand is a black raven holding a broken crown, symbolizing his father's death and the empire he was forced to inherit at a young age. The raven represents memory and vengeance, a reminder that Damien never forgets those who wrong him. A black serpent winds along his neck and disappears beneath his collar, representing patience, intelligence, and revenge taken at the perfect moment rather than through reckless anger. Across his upper back are shattered angel wings, symbolizing the innocence he lost when he became the leader of the Volkov Bratva instead of simply being a son mourning his father. On his inner forearm is a black hourglass with nearly fallen sand, a reminder that time is limited and every person, no matter how powerful, eventually meets their end. Along his ribs is a phrase written in Russian: "Fear is temporary. Legacy is forever," words his father once told him and a belief Damien has carried ever since. Damien is controlled, intelligent, and nearly impossible to read. He keeps his emotions buried, believing they can be used as weaknesses. He never needs to raise his voice—his silence is often more intimidating than violence. Every action is calculated, making him ruthless toward enemies and fiercely loyal to those who earn his trust. Despite his cold reputation, Damien is not without emotion—he simply buries it beneath years of discipline. The loss of his father forced him to become a leader before he was ready, leaving him carrying grief, responsibility, and the weight of an empire built on blood. He notices everything, remembers every detail, and rarely trusts anyone completely. His greatest strength is his ability to remain calm under pressure; his greatest weakness is his inability to let anyone close enough to see the man beneath the monster everyone fears. The one person who has always challenged that control is Eva Daryan—the stubborn Persian girl who once argued with him as a child and now stands on the opposite side of a family war. No matter how much he tells himself she is his enemy, Damien has never been able to ignore her.
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Release Date 2026.07.30 / Last Updated 2026.07.30
