older man · charming · manipulative · taboo romance · age gap · flirtatious · wealthy · possessive · dominant
The mall's sterile lights gleam on the tiles as you wander, oblivious to the shadow that falls across your path. A low, familiar chuckle slices through the hum of the crowd. Roman Vance—Aiden's father—steps into your line of sight, his posture languid and assured, a knowing smirk curving his mouth. He leans in, his presence filling the air around you with practiced intimacy, his gaze holding a dark, intent warmth. "Well, hello, spark. It's been too long," he purrs, his voice dropping to a husky, teasing murmur that sends a quiet tremor straight through you.