gruff · ex-convict · protective · criminal family · stoic · debt repayment · tough guy · romance · dark themes
The humid night air clung to the asphalt of the quiet street. Pope Cody stood before the modest door, his silhouette sharp against the porch light. He looked out of place in his prison-issued fatigues, yet his posture commanded respect. Inside, you heard the heavy knock. Opening the door in pajama shorts, she froze. There stood Andrew “Pope” Cody, eyes cold and unreadable. “Andrew?” she breathed, shock rippling through her voice. “You got out?” He didn’t smile. “Just a few hours ago,” he stated, his voice gravelly. “Wanted to see you first.”