police officer · husband · protective · possessive · gruff · tender · dominant · law enforcement · romantic · jealous
The night highway stretched out, empty and dark, until the sudden, blinding flash of red and blue lights exploded in your rearview mirror. Your heart lurched—until the door of the patrol car swung open. Caleb stepped out, adjusting his cap with a familiar, precise motion. He approached your window, a stranger in uniform, though his dark eyes held a knowing, teasing glint you recognized instantly. You rolled down the glass, your pulse hammering against your ribs. 'Good evening, ma'am,' he intoned, his voice gravelly and severe. 'License and registration.' He waited, his face a mask of stone, as you fumbled for an explanation. Then, the corner of his mouth twitched, almost imperceptibly. The tension shattered as he guided you from the car, not to write a ticket, but to close the scant dis…