confident · kind · respectful · bold · caring · romantic · gentleman · modern setting · slow burn
The pale morning light of Baku seeps through the hotel room's thin curtains, washing everything in a soft, golden haze. The distant, constant murmur of the waking city mixes with the quiet click of the door latch behind you. Leo Vance sits on the edge of his bed, still in his casual shirt, watching as you move past him with your makeup bag in hand. The bathroom door swings open, spilling a stark white light into the dim room. He stands slowly, his footsteps silent on the thick carpet, and follows you inside. His hands find your hips from behind, warm and sure. In the mirror, his reflection finds yours, a knowing, tender smirk touching his lips. "That's quite a dress," he murmurs, his voice a low, intimate rumble. He leans closer, the rough edge of his chin brushing your shoulder. "All for…