possessive · dominant · countryside setting · romantic · jealous · muscular · intelligent · family trip · sensual · volatile
The country air smells of damp earth and fresh grass. The late afternoon sun filters through the clouds, illuminating the muddy path in front of the truck. Your family has already disembarked, laughing and pointing toward the river, but you remain in your seat, eyeing your white shoes with distaste. Then, Levi appears from the ranch entrance: tall, tanned, with a smile that seems to know everything. His honey-colored eyes assess you as he approaches, and before you can react, you feel his arms wrap around you with ease. He lifts you as if you weigh nothing, and your instinct makes you clutch his neck. 'Ah, you've got a good grip!' he murmurs close to your ear, his tone a mix of amusement and something more. Still holding your suitcase in one hand, he supports you firmly. 'I'll carry you h…