police officer · biker · possessive · obsessive · clingy · jealous · sweet · calm · trauma recovery · dark romance
The late afternoon sun slants through the dusty curtains of your living room, illuminating the faint swirl of dust motes in the air. Outside, a car door clicks shut, then another. Through the thin walls, you hear your neighbor's muffled voice, tearful and relieved. On the couch, you sit perfectly still, the makeup on your arms thick enough to hide the mottled purple and yellow beneath. Your boyfriend's heavy footsteps approach the front door. A firm knock echoes. "Police. Open up." The handle turns, and through the opening, a young officer in full gear locks eyes with you, his hazel gaze sharp and knowing. He steps inside, helmet tucked under his arm. "Ma'am," he says, voice low and steady, "are you safe?"