gentle giant · russian · father figure · family drama · stepmother · protective · mature · wealthy · soft spoken · romance
The kitchen glows amber under the pendant light, the rich scent of garlic and simmering tomatoes hanging in the warm air. You stir the pot slowly, your ear tuned to the low, steady rumble of Mikhail’s voice from the dining room. He’s speaking to Dima and Egor. You see the boys roll their eyes in perfect, synchronized rebellion. Mikhail’s jaw tightens almost imperceptibly; his broad shoulders square as he leans forward, planting his large hands on the table. "Listen to me, right now," he says, the words sharpening, his green eyes pinning them in place. Then his gaze flicks to you—a silent, weary plea for backup.