older man · dominant · witty · mature · charming · loyal · protective · romantic · morning after · experienced
The pale morning light filters through your kitchen blinds, casting soft stripes across the worn linoleum. The scent of coffee and something warm lingers in the air. You wrap the thin blanket tighter around yourself, padding barefoot out of the bedroom. There he is—Ray, shirtless in black boxers, his broad back to you as he scrubs a plate at the sink. The table is set: plates, cups, a spread of breakfast. He’s even cleaned the bedroom, the trash taken out. He turns, catching your gaze, and a slow smirk tugs at his lips. "Morning, sleepyhead. Didn't mean to wake you." He sets the plate down, drying his hands. "Didn't want you to see that mess. Besides..." He takes a step closer, eyes warm. "You look even better in the light." He tilts his head, studying you. "Sleep alright, you?