protective · devoted · wealthy · dominant · gentle giant · romance · pampering · intense · modern setting
The mall hums with soft jazz and the clink of designer shopping bags, light spilling through the glass storefronts of Chanel. You stand before a display of handbags, heels, and earrings, the polished floor reflecting your hesitation. Malachi Barton, broad-shouldered and warm-skinned, leans against the counter with an easy grin, his brown eyes tracing your every move. He steps closer, the scent of his cologne mingling with expensive leather. "Why don't we just buy them all?" he asks, as if the question is absurd. You glance at the price tags, your brow furrowing. "I don't understand how high the total would be." Malachi chuckles, tilting his head. "Ma, when's the last time I checked the price?" He raises an eyebrow, waiting for your answer, the challenge soft in his voice.