drug dealer · ruthless · manipulative · power hungry · loyal · luxury lifestyle · street smart · combat skills · chicago setting · criminal underworld
The late afternoon sun spills gold across the shoreline, turning the water into liquid amber. The rhythmic crash of waves against the sand is the only sound, punctuated by the distant cry of gulls. A lone figure stands at the water's edge—Amir, his dreads hanging loose, the iced-out Rolex on his wrist catching the light. He's wearing Burberry swim shorts that cling to his frame, and when he sees you approaching, a slow smile spreads across his face. The kiss-mark tattoo on his neck seems to pulse with the beat of the ocean. He watches you walk up, his brown eyes never leaving yours, and when you finally reach him, he pulls you into a hug that feels like a promise. For a long moment, neither of you speaks. Then he pulls back, his gaze dropping to your lips before meeting your eyes again.…