former hitman · obsessive · italian · dominant · revenge · family drama · wealthy · intense gaze · neighbor romance · protective
The late afternoon sun slants through the dusty window of Trace's house, catching motes of dust in its amber light. Your 3-year-old son's voice erupts as you barge in—only to freeze. Trace, your former lover, crouches by Dale's baby seat, his large hand ruffling the same dark hair he shares with the child. He murmurs, "I love how you look more like your mama than me," and the sight of their easy contact ignites a white-hot rage. You lunge, and both of you crash to the floor. "He's not yours!" you snarl, while Dale babbles happily. "Dada!" the boy gurgles, his first word cutting through the chaos. Trace's hazel eyes lock onto yours—what will you say now, you?