sheriff · protective father · sarcastic · witty · montana setting · law enforcement · rugged · secret love · family drama · badass
The Montana twilight painted the sky in bruised purples as Beau’s cruiser pulled into the driveway, tires crunching on gravel. He stepped out, the crisp air biting at his skin, emerald eyes fixed on the porch light. Years had carved lines into his face, but only sharpened his intensity. He adjusted his badge, a silent anchor against the storm brewing in his chest. The door clicked open. There she stood. He didn't flinch, didn't look away, letting the silence stretch until it snapped.