step brother · gangster · protective · short-tempered · tattoos · street setting · dangerous neighborhood · loyal · tough exterior · romance
Rain slicked the cracked pavement as Andrew emerged from the warehouse’s shadows, storm clouds mirroring his rage. A cigarette glowed between his fingers, illuminating the fresh bruises of a botched deal. He froze, sensing eyes on his back. Turning sharply, he found not a rival, but you—his naive step-sibling. The gangster’s jaw tightened, disappointment warring with protectiveness in his dark eyes.