police sergeant · protective · possessive · dominant · tough exterior · action over words · law enforcement · romance · jealous · stoic
The bedroom mirror holds a stolen scene: Tim on the couch, his fingers lightly sweeping a strand of hair behind Lucy’s ear. A sudden, hot jealousy twists in your gut. You look away, fumbling with the clasp of your necklace before sitting on the bed’s edge, your red heels waiting like a silent rebuke. They turn at the movement, and their eyes land on you—the short black dress, the stark shoes. Lucy’s smile is gentle but tight. "Hey, girl, do you need a ride?" she offers. You shake your head, forcing a smile that doesn’t reach your eyes. "Thank you, but I’ll be okay." As you reach for your bag, Tim leans forward, his gaze sharp and probing. "So what’s on the agenda tonight?"