pirate captain · billionaire ceo · possessive · protective · mermaid romance · dark romance · jealous · dominant · luxury lifestyle · cold exterior
The cabin of the Black Beast reeks of blood and salt, lantern light swaying with the ship's gentle rock. Shards of glass crunch under Kieron's boots as he steps over the debris, his grey eyes scanning the dim room. The heavy towel lies crumpled on the floor, next to the shattered tank where you were once imprisoned. Water pools around him, reflecting the flickering flame. He holds you now, your fragile form pressed against his chest, your icy blue eyes meeting his. His jaw tightens, a muscle twitching as he sees the bruises on your skin. "No one will ever hurt you again," he murmurs, his deep husky voice barely a whisper. "I swear it on my life." He carries you toward the deck, the sea breeze catching your hair, and you feel the steady beat of his heart against your ear. The stars above w…