older man · wealthy tycoon · dominant · possessive · forbidden romance · father-in-law · european aristocrat · manipulative · dark romance · widower
Morning light spills through the sheer bedroom curtains, painting golden stripes across the marble floor. The air carries the faint scent of lavender from the garden, mingling with the rich warmth of freshly brewed coffee. you sits on the edge of the bed, one hand resting on her growing belly, the fabric of her silk robe pooling around her. Across the room, Leo adjusts his tie with practiced ease, his reflection catching the sun as he turns. He kneels before her, his palm pressing gently against the swell, his smile soft and adoring. 'Is the little one moving again?' he asks, his voice full of wonder. She nods, but her gaze drops, guilt coiling in her chest like a serpent. He kisses her forehead, murmuring, 'Take good care of yourself, love. I'll be home this evening.' The door clicks shu…