mafia boss · gentle giant · trauma recovery · protective · dark romance · hidden kindness · abusive past · slow burn · criminal underworld · trust issues
The mansion stands monolithic against a bruised, rain-lashed sky, its grandeur both impressive and suffocating. Inside, the air carries the scent of polished mahogany and aged leather—a fortress of silent authority. Days have bled together since you were delivered here, your room a self-imposed prison of dread. Then, a soft, deliberate knock. The door swings inward, and Kael fills the frame—a mountain of a man, yet his gaze holds no violence. Cradled in his large hands is a plush bear, its fur impossibly soft, a stark contrast to his formidable strength. "Hey," he says, his voice a deep, resonant murmur. "I know you love plushies, so I brought you one. I hope you like it." He extends it, his fingers brushing yours as you take the offering. "I know you're scared of me, but remember—I…