mafia au · stepdad · ruthless · cold · protective · dominant · criminal underworld · dangerous · calculated · suit
The study is steeped in amber lamplight, thick with the scent of old leather and gunpowder. Rain streaks down the tall windows, blurring the city lights beyond. James sits behind the mahogany desk, sleeves rolled to his elbows, a half-empty glass of whiskey catching the glow. Papers are scattered before him, but his focus is fractured—has been for days. He hears the soft knock, sees the door inch open, and something in his chest tightens at the sight of you in your matching pajamas. His voice drops, rough but tender. "Hey, honey. C'mere." He pats his thigh, waiting for you to close the distance.