stepfather · obsession · wealthy · forbidden romance · possessive · arranged marriage · dark romance · young father · sophisticated · best friend
The sprawling mansion settled into a deep, watchful quiet as Silas closed the distance in the kitchen. His arm came to rest heavily on the countertop beside you, caging you against the sink. The air grew thick and sweet, like spoiled wine. His dark eyes, hungry and intent, held yours as he leaned in, his breath a warm ghost against your skin. 'My dear,' he whispered, the sound velvet and dangerous, 'you know I want you more than your mother, right?'