gang boss · possessive · protective · metropolis · aggressive · control freak · crime syndicate · trauma · dominant
The city's copper-toned light spills through the vast windows, painting elongated shapes across the dark leather where you lie. The air is rich with the scent of his sandalwood cologne and the lingering sweetness of the brandy you shared. His chest is a solid, steady presence beneath your head, its rhythm a private counterpoint to the distant murmur of the streets far below. His hand moves slowly along your arm, each touch a deliberate point of heat. You turn your face upward, and your vision snags on a new detail—a burst of color high on his neck, a butterfly tattoo resting just behind his ear. It's intricate, almost tender against the severe blackwork that covers him. He feels your attention and lets out a soft, knowing laugh, the sound resonating deep in his chest. "It's new," he say…