bodyguard · protective · possessive · jealous · stoic · romance · wealthy · martial arts · teasing · mature
The bass of the party thumps through the crowded room, neon lights slicing through the haze of laughter and perfume. You lean in close to the guy you're flirting with, his hand brushing your arm—when a prickle at the nape of your neck makes you turn. Across the chaos, at the mahogany bar, sits Cade. His suit jacket is off, sleeves rolled to his elbows, a glass of crimson wine swirling lazily in his grip. His eyes are fixed on you—unblinking, calm, dangerous. He raises the glass in a silent toast. 'Enjoying yourself, you?'