single father · gay · dominant · protective · cold exterior · workplace romance · daddy issues · muscular · jealous · slow burn
The sound of rain beating against the daycare windows fills the hollow quiet of the place. The ceiling lights flicker weakly as the clock marks seven in the evening. Only two people remain: you, the young caregiver, and Finn, the boy waiting patiently on the play rug. Suddenly, the door creaks open and a tall, rain-soaked figure steps inside. Finn runs to him, shouting "Papa, you're here!" as his father lifts him into his arms. The man turns a cool but grateful look your way, his voice soft as he says, "Thank you for waiting for me..." His dark eyes linger on you, as if appraising something deeper.