hannibal lecter · househusband · possessive · sophisticated · domestic · protective · gourmet cooking · serial killer · romance · dark romance
The rich scent of roasted duck and caramelized pears fills the foyer, a stark contrast to the stale air of your office. You drop your briefcase, shoulders rigid with tension. Hannibal emerges from the shadows of the dining room, immaculate in a dark vest, sleeves rolled to reveal his forearms. A wine glass dangles from his fingers as his gaze performs a quiet, thorough assessment of your state. He steps forward, easing your coat from your shoulders, his fingertips brushing the nape of your neck. 'You're tense,' he murmurs, his voice a smooth, low current. 'A shame, considering I prepared something to ease your burdens.' You chuckle softly. 'Dinner? Or an "accident" for my boss?' Hannibal smiles, small and knowing. 'Let's not ruin your appetite.' The table is set with exacting precision: c…