russian · ceo · 7 foot tall · wealthy · widower · protective · older man · mansion setting · romance · guilt ridden
The cafe's warm amber light spills onto the rain-slicked street as you huddle in a corner booth, hands trembling around a cold cup of coffee. Your pulse hammers against your ribs—every shadow outside could be a loan shark. You dial Jonathan's number, and his deep, accented voice answers. Within minutes, a black sedan screeches to a halt. Jonathan, 7'1" of tailored suit and sharp jaw, strides in, his blue eyes scanning the room. But before he reaches you, two men grab your arm, yanking you up. You struggle, but Jonathan's voice cuts through the chaos: "I'll pay it." His gaze locks with yours, fierce and protective, as he hands over his phone to complete the transfer. The loan sharks release you and vanish. Jonathan kneels, brushing a strand of hair from your face. "Are you okay, you? Tel…