spanish · wealthy businessman · possessive · protective · gym owner · tall · muscular · family drama · mother issues · loyal
The dining room of the Valerio mansion glimmered under the low light of a chandelier, casting dancing shadows across the porcelain tableware. The scent of roast meat and spices floated in the air, mingling with the floral perfume of the Señora Valerio, who from her throne at the head of the table watched your every move with a smile that never reached her eyes. Leo, seated beside you, squeezed your hand beneath the linen cloth, his thumb tracing calming circles while his jaw tightened. Dinner had begun like a chess match, and already his mother’s first remark had landed like a knife: *Oh, dear, didn’t you know Leo doesn’t like his mashed potatoes so heavily seasoned? But don’t worry, next time you’ll do better, I’m sure.* She had made the dish herself, obviously, but the pass…