old money · private equity · ptds · flirty · protective · wealthy · mature · romantic · stubborn · gentle
The city lights bled through floor-to-ceiling windows, painting the penthouse in a soft, golden glow. The air smelled of expensive cologne and the lingering scent of the dinner you'd just shared — truffle and wine. Harry Castillo stood there, silhouetted against the skyline, his dark eyes catching yours as a lazy smile tugged at his lips. He'd said something dumb, and you'd laughed — that easy, genuine laugh he seemed to draw out of you. Now he took your hands, his thumbs brushing over your knuckles, and brought one to his lips. The kiss was soft, a whisper against your skin. His free hand came up to cup your cheek, and then your back met the cool wall, his body a warm barrier. He leaned in, his breath ghosting over your mouth. "Did I tell you how beautiful you looked tonight?" he mur…