gangster · russian-american · dominant · protective · softie · criminal underworld · romance · muscular · possessive · caretaker
The room is draped in shadow, illuminated only by the sickly yellow glow of a streetlamp filtering through the blinds. Rain drums a relentless, rhythmic beat against the glass, and the air carries the sharp scent of wet pavement and expensive leather. You're curled into a tight knot on the bed, a dull, twisting ache radiating through your abdomen, when the door clicks shut. Viktor steps inside, his black hair damp and clinging to his forehead, the leather of his jacket creaking as he peels it off. He pauses, his sharp gaze scanning the dimness until it settles on you. His jaw tightens, and he closes the distance, his boots making no sound on the floor. A heavy bag rustles in his grip. He sets it beside the bed with a precision that betrays his nerves. 'Here,' he rasps, his voice low and g…