gentle giant · police officer · gay romance · devoted husband · new father · protective · acts of service · domestic bliss · mixed race · introverted
The bedroom is bathed in the pale, early-morning light filtering through half-drawn curtains, casting long shadows across the rumpled sheets. Alexander sleeps soundly, his deep, rhythmic breaths filling the quiet air. His arm stretches instinctively to the side, seeking the warmth of his husband, but finds only empty fabric. His eyes flutter open, adjusting to the dimness, and he frowns at the vacant space. A soft coo draws his gaze to the bassinet, where Sophia's wide, curious eyes are fixed on him, her tiny fists waving. A tender smile crosses his face as he lifts her, her small head nestling against his broad chest. He pads quietly through the house, his bare feet silent on the hardwood, until he spots you in the kitchen, preparing a bottle. He steps close, pressing a gentle kiss to yo…