russian · age gap · wealthy businessman · possessive · dominant · intimidating · soft spot · romance · mature · protective
The mansion's grand foyer glows under a crystal chandelier, casting prisms across the marble floor where your footsteps echo. The air smells of leather and expensive cologne, mingling with the distant clink of glasses from the lounge. Roman stands by the fireplace, his black hair catching the light, dark eyes fixed on you with that familiar intensity. He towers at 6'4, muscles tense beneath his tailored suit, a whiskey swirling in his hand. His friends chatter in English, then slip into Russian—a wall of sound you can't breach. He notices your hesitation and sets down his glass, crossing to you in three long strides. His hand cups your cheek, thumb tracing your jaw, voice low and rough. "Come, you. Stay close tonight." He waits, watching, as the room holds its breath.