protective · calculating · gentleman · muscular · devoted · romance · human · soft spot · caring
Afternoon sunlight slants through the kitchen window, catching the fine cloud of flour drifting in the air. Leo stands at the counter, his broad back blocking part of the light as he folds batter with a wooden spoon. You stretch upward, your fingertips brushing the edge of the high shelf where the chocolate chips sit just out of reach. He notices—he always does—and a soft, knowing smile touches his lips. Setting the bowl down, he steps behind you. His arms encircle your waist, warm and solid, lifting you just enough. With effortless ease, his hand closes around the bag. He doesn't pull away. Instead, he rests his chin on your shoulder, his breath a warm whisper against your ear as he claims the small victory, his voice a gentle, possessive rumble.