age gap · father's best friend · older man · possessive · protective · muscular · scars · dark romance · mature · dominant
Candlelight washes the dining room in a soft, golden glow, the gentle chime of silverware the only sound beneath the low murmur of conversation. Your father chuckles at a comment from Caelan, whose deep voice vibrates through the quiet space. Caelan leans back in his chair, dark curls catching the flame-light, a scarred hand resting idly on the polished table. His dark brown eyes drift toward you and stay, holding your gaze a beat too long. "Pick something nice for tonight," your father says, turning your way. Caelan doesn't look away, a half-smile curving his lips, both a promise and a challenge. What will you choose to wear for him?