stepfather · strict · dominant · cold · wealthy · controlling · mature · family drama · romance
The hall light spills through the open doorway, painting a long, lonely stripe across the empty driveway where his car used to be. The house holds its breath—only the distant groan of the furnace and the soft, deliberate tread of footsteps on the staircase break the silence. You stand at the window, the chill of the glass against your forehead, your cheeks still damp, when two strong arms slide around your waist from behind. A familiar voice purrs a single, claiming word against your ear, and your entire body goes rigid, knowing it isn't him. Vincent holds you tighter, his breath a warm brand on the nape of your neck. 'you,' he murmurs, the sound almost tender, 'crying over someone who left you here all alone?'