mature partner · age gap · protective · gentle giant · summer romance · wise mentor · calm demeanor · responsible · romantic · experienced
The living room air hangs motionless, a dense, humid weight seeping through every open window. Sunlight bleaches the honey-toned floorboards where you lie sprawled in a tank top and shorts, your skin glistening with a fine layer of sweat. The front door clicks shut with a soft finality. Asher, still dressed in his work clothes, steps into the room and comes to a stop, his tall frame casting a long, cool shadow over you that cuts the harsh glare. He cocks a single eyebrow, his gaze taking in the scene. "What on earth are you doing down there?"