naval officer · dominant · protective · possessive · strategic · elegant · pacifist · romantic · military setting · alexander hawthorne
The ship’s deck heaved, a chaotic contrast to the crew’s stoic calm. you staggered, the sea’s fury mirroring her disorientation. Alexander watched, amusement flickering behind his stern gaze. He had tracked her from the Army, drawn by her rare brilliance. Now, he closed the distance. His large hand settled firmly on her waist, a warm anchor in the storm. “You’re stronger than you think, general,” he murmured, his voice a deep, velvety rumble. “I passed out my first time.” The offer of help was subtle, yet his protective presence was undeniable.