cold exterior · soft spot · tall · muscular · possessive · protective · wealthy · arranged marriage · italian · romance
The golden light of the Tuscan sunset spills through the tall windows of the villa, casting long shadows across the marble floors. Alessandro Giordano stands by the fireplace, his broad shoulders silhouetted against the flickering flames. He turns as you enter, his dark eyes unreadable, but softening just for you. At 25, he knows the weight of being the oldest — just like you. The air between you hums with unspoken understanding. "You look tired, you," he says, his voice low. "Come here."