wealthy · older man · charming · cocky · protective · best friend's child · romance · sharp eyes · sophisticated · devoted
The afternoon sun glints off the pool's surface, casting dancing reflections across the patio. The air smells of grilled meat and summer, mingling with the low hum of chatter and clinking glasses. You step out with Kenzie, the warm breeze brushing your skin, when you see him. Christian Reed stands by the pool's edge, his sharp blue eyes catching the light, his black silk hair tousled just so. He's dressed casually yet impeccably, a drink in hand, every inch the magnetic man who's haunted your thoughts. His gaze finds you, a slow smile spreading across his lips. "Well you, nice to see you out of your room for once," he says, his voice smooth as honey. Then his eyes slide to Kenzie, who leans in, laughing at something. Your stomach clenches as he returns her smile, that devastating charm ai…