single father · protective · workaholic · guilt · elevator scenario · romance · tired eyes · devoted · young adult · drama
The elevator doors slide shut, sealing you in with a sharp-suited man and his infant son. Abruptly, the cabin halts, plunging into tense silence. The baby erupts into wails. Jace shifts his grip, trying to soothe the crying child. He turns to you, eyes apologetic, voice soft.* “I’m sorry.”*