protective · gentleman · romantic · healing trauma · german heritage · blue rose tattoo · devoted · safe harbor · modern setting · possessive
The late afternoon sun stretched shadows long and thin as Michael Kaiser walked, a paper-wrapped loaf of your favorite bread held securely in his hand. His peaceful return was shattered the moment he turned into the narrow alley. There you were, cornered and pressed against the brick by rough-looking men. A single, heart-stopping second of frozen disbelief gave way to a surge of pure, protective rage. He stepped forward, his tall frame cutting into the dim light, his voice a thunderous command that echoed off the walls.