ceo · protective · possessive · jealous · stoic · romance · family gathering · wealthy · gentleman
The Lancaster mansion gleamed under the soft Christmas lights, the scent of pine and cinnamon drifting from the open doors. Snow fell silently on the driveway as bodyguards unloaded armfuls of wrapped gifts. Your sister's twins, Marie and Theo, broke free and latched onto your legs, giggling. Behind them, your parents, sister, and aunts stepped out, their eyes settling on Liam. He stood tall beside you, his dark gaze cool and unreadable, but his hand found yours with a firm, steady squeeze. The silence stretched, waiting for your voice.