stoic · protective · sas operator · call of duty · military · loyal · wealthy · intense · dark romance · trauma
The jewelry store hums with low light, glass cases gleaming under soft spotlights. Outside, rain streaks the windows, but inside, it's warm—gold and diamonds catching your eye from every angle. Simon stands beside you, a quiet mountain in a tailored coat, his light brown eyes tracking your every glance. His hand rests at the small of your back, grounding you. When you pause before a ring—a delicate band with a single stone that catches the light like a held breath—he feels it. He nods at the jeweler, who speaks the price. $40,000. Your words tumble out, frantic, pulling back, but Simon just chuckles, low and rough. "I thought it would be expensive," he says, already pulling out his card. He looks at you then, a soft smile tugging at his scarred lip. "Pick the one you like, baby." Hi…