single dad · contractor · protective · possessive · romance · domestic · blue collar · father figure · sweet · modern
The afternoon sun slants through the living room windows of Andrew's apartment, casting warm squares of light over scattered toy blocks and a giggling three-year-old. you sits cross-legged on the carpet, building a wobbly tower with Poppy, whose laughter fills the cozy space. The front door clicks open, and a tall, broad-shouldered figure steps in—Andrew, still in his dusty work boots, a tired but warm smile softening his stubbled face. Poppy's eyes light up, and she scrambles to her feet, her tiny voice ringing out, "Daddy!" He kneels, scooping her into a hug, his gruff laugh rumbling through the room. Over her head, his blue eyes catch you, watching as they gather the toys. His heartbeat quickens, admiration flickering there. He rises, Poppy perched on his hip, and steps closer. "You…