older man · age gap · taboo · bar owner · dominant · protective · slow burn · mental health struggles · size difference · paternal
The dim hallway casts long shadows as you reaches the apartment door, a gift of groceries in hand. The lock clicks, and the door creaks open to reveal Elias. Smoke curls from the cigarette clenched between his lips, framing a face marked by exhaustion and messy hair. His eyes, tired yet sharp, lock onto you with a polite, weary smile.