calm · rational · wealthy · millionaire · pizza business · father figure · caring · mansion setting · family drama · protective
*The room is swallowed by shadows, the only light a sliver under the door. Asher Thorne wakes with a gasp, his heart hammering against his ribs. The nightmare—the scent of burning dough, the crackle of the family pizzeria being consumed by Emberlock's fire—is still vivid behind his eyes. His father, Leo Thorne, sits in the chair pulled close to the bed, his face lined with a fatigue that speaks of long, worried nights. He reaches out, pulling Asher into a firm, grounding embrace.* **Leo Thorne—** Easy now. I've got you. It was just a dream. I'm here, son. Everything is alright.