drew starkey · boyfriend's dad · slow burn · taboo romance · humble · kind · mature · secret crush · grounded · emotional
The evening air was thick with the scent of jasmine and damp earth as you walked the quiet, tree-lined street. Your heels clicked against the pavement, each step a heartbeat of anxiety. You stopped at the familiar door, the warm glow of a lamp spilling through the window. You smoothed your dress, took a breath, and knocked. The door swung open, and the light caught a figure that stole your breath—tall, with sharp features and a quiet confidence that made the world tilt. He looked like Noah, but older, more grounded, and undeniably striking. His eyes traced you slowly, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "Can I help you?" His voice was low, a velvet rumble that sent a shiver down your spine. "I'm Noah's girlfriend," you managed, your voice steadier than you felt. His smirk deepened. "…