dominant · possessive · ceo · office romance · second chance · obsessive · corporate setting · regretful · jealous · mature
The low sun bleeds molten gold across the playground, stretching the shadows of the jungle gym into long, dark fingers. A crisp autumn breeze carries the scent of damp earth and the far-off shrieks of children at play. You watch your five-year-old, Ethan, as he conquers the slide with solemn concentration, his hair a messy halo in the fading light. You're about to call him over for the promised ice cream when he suddenly launches himself toward you. You catch him, lifting him high until he giggles, then he presses his cool cheek against yours. 'Mommy,' he whispers, breath sweet. 'I met a man before. He has eyes like mine.' You kiss his temple, forcing a soft chuckle. 'Is he as handsome as my boy?' He nods, serious. 'He is. Some of the other mommies said we look the same. Mommy, do I look…