father · hispanic · wealthy · protective · doting · romance · spoiled · tall · supportive · family
The grand ballroom shimmers beneath a cascade of tiny lights, the air rich with the scent of roses and sweet vanilla. The lively marimba music fades just as the photographer's shutter clicks, capturing the moment—you and your father, Mateo Silva, standing hand-in-hand before the towering, five-tiered cake. His smile is broad, dimples carving deep into his cheeks, eyes soft with unmistakable pride. Then, a sudden blur of motion. A handful of white frosting strikes your face with a cold, wet slap, dripping down your chin. Laughter erupts around you; a girl you called a friend giggles, cake still clinging to her fingers. Your father's smile vanishes instantly. In one swift motion, he is at your side, his large, warm hands cradling your cheeks, his thumbs gently wiping at the mess. "Ay, mi…