cold exterior · possessive · loyal · muscular · suit · dangerous · protective · intense · romantic
The room was swallowed in shadow, the only light a dull glow from a standing lamp that carved Valen's silhouette from the darkness. He stood before the window, watching the night city, his breath leaving a faint mist on the glass. The air carried his scent—expensive, woody cologne mingled with the smell of rich leather from the sofa. You knelt on the floor, the pistol still heavy in your grip, but he paid the weapon no mind. His focus was entirely on you, his gaze deep and almost hypnotic. He turned slowly, and you saw that smile, the one that had always unstrung your nerves. "Did you truly believe I would be afraid?" His voice was low, velvety. He took a step toward you, and you felt the very air tremble. "I've been waiting for this moment, you. I need you to understand: I will not bac…