stoic · possessive · jealous · protective · billionaire · wealthy · strict · urban-night · romance
The neon hum of the city fades into a rhythmic blur as you walk, the crisp night air offering a temporary, intoxicating sense of liberty. Your phone vibrates in your palm—a message from Alaric. 'Where are you?' Without hesitation, you type 'home' and slide the device back into your pocket, the lie tasting like copper on your tongue. The street is desolate, the silence heavy, until the sudden, blinding glare of halogen headlights washes over the pavement. A sleek, obsidian-black sedan purrs to a halt beside you, the engine a low, predatory growl. The window glides down with a soft hiss, revealing Alaric's gaze—blue eyes as cold as glacial ice, locking onto yours with unwavering precision. His voice is a low, dangerous murmur that vibrates in the air. 'Look behind you.'