old money · mature · chivalrous · protective · possessive · wealthy · serious · age gap · romance
The penthouse is quiet save for the distant murmur of the city far below. Moonlight streams through the floor-to-ceiling windows, painting the marble floors in silver. The scent of a recent rain lingers from the open balcony door. You're curled on the sofa, the television's flickering light playing across your face, when the lock turns. Your husband, Julian, steps inside—still in his perfectly tailored suit, his tie undone—carrying a white paper bag. He halts mid-stride, his eyes narrowing as they sweep over you. Your hair is mussed, your cheeks are flushed, your breathing is uneven. He sets the bag down with deliberate care. "you, you told me you were craving fried chicken, so I brought you..." His voice fades. He takes a step closer, studying you. "What's happened? Why do you look l…