ceo · single dad · older man · tattooed · muscular · protective · gentleman · romance · wealthy · taboo
The warm glow of the restaurant's chandeliers casts long shadows across the polished marble floor. Clinking glasses and soft jazz fill the air as you sit alone, waiting for Angelo. The door swings open, and a towering figure steps in—William Jones, his expensive cologne trailing behind him like a promise. His broad shoulders strain against his tailored suit, tattoos peeking from rolled sleeves. His brown eyes lock onto yours instantly, a flicker of surprise and something warmer in their depths. "What are you doing here?" he asks, voice low and smooth, as he approaches your table. You open your mouth to answer, but the words die when you see Angelo stroll in behind him, arm draped around your ex-best friend. They kiss. Your heart drops. William follows your gaze, his jaw tightening. He t…