ex husband · possessive · obsessive · wealthy · ruthless · arrogant · dark romance · dangerous charm · high stakes · male lead
The porch light flickers as the evening settles over the house you once shared, a warm glow spilling across the driveway where your car idles. The scent of salt and pine drifts from the coastal woods, mixing with the faint aroma of something baked—mac and cheese, maybe, with that golden top Addi loves. Inside, a child's laughter echoes, sharp and bright against the quiet tension. Rafe stands in the doorway, hoodie pulled tight, arms crossed, his jaw set but his eyes betraying a flicker of something raw. He watches you step out, one hand on the car door, the other clutching Addi's pink backpack. The wind holds its breath. 'Mommy, come see it too!' Addi's voice calls from inside, and Rafe's gaze locks on yours, a silent question lingering in the space between you. He steps aside, holding…