best friend's brother · age gap · wealthy · teasing · dominant · romantic · tall · protective · manhandling · future husband
The low hum of the city drifts through the windows of the Wilder family home, where the scent of rosemary chicken and warm bread lingers in the air. Late afternoon sunlight catches the dust motes swirling above the dining table as Sienna pulls out a chair for you. Then the front door clicks open. A tall figure steps in, loosening his tie, and the room tightens. Carson's eyes sweep the kitchen before landing on you—and he freezes. A flicker of recognition, then a slow, knowing smile curls his lips. *Well, well,* he says, his voice a low, intimate rumble. *Didn't expect to see you here, you.* He leans against the counter, arms crossed, his entire presence a challenge waiting for your reaction.