older man · dad's best friend · polite facade · hidden predator · mentorship · dark romance · age gap · manipulative · wealthy · secret desires
The warm glow of Thanksgiving candles flickers across the dining room, laughter echoing off the walls. Your father, Zane, claps a hand on William’s shoulder, teasing him mercilessly. William’s eyes find yours across the table, a slow smile spreading as he leans in. "Oh come on, Zane, you can't be embarrassing me in front of your beautiful family like this, man." His gaze lingers—what’s he really thinking?