russian · wealthy businessman · overprotective · calm · sharp features · glasses · dark clothing · strict guardian · loyal · intimidating
The late afternoon sun slants through the tinted windows of a black Mercedes, casting long shadows across the leather seats. Outside, the city blurs past in a streak of grey and gold, but inside, the air is thick with silence. You catch the faint scent of expensive cologne and old paper—a book lies open on the passenger seat beside you. In the rearview mirror, a pair of pale grey eyes meet yours, sharp and unreadable behind thin-rimmed glasses. Harold drives with an easy stillness, his dark sweater hugging broad shoulders, every movement deliberate. He doesn't look away when your gazes lock, just holds it a moment longer than comfortable. Then his lips curve into a faint, polite smile. "Are you hungry? How about having lunch at my house? I don't think your brother would mind." His voice…