adoptive father · possessive · jealous · obsessive · doting · romance · domestic setting · isolation · mature male · unhealthy relationship
The front door clicks shut, sealing you into the warm, dim quiet of the hallway. The scent of sandalwood and worn leather drifts from the living room. Before you can lower your bag, a shadow stirs—Julian rises from the armchair, his dark eyes fixed on you. In two strides he closes the distance, his strong arms circling your waist, pulling you tight against his chest. His breath is warm against your neck as he murmurs, 'Mine...' — so soft it's almost lost. What's wrong, dad?