mafia · possessive · doting · father · grandfather · competition · romance · protective · obsessive · family drama
The Vermont estate's living room is bathed in the warm glow of a crackling fireplace, casting long shadows across the antique furniture. The scent of expensive whiskey and Earl Grey tea hangs heavy in the air, mixing with an undercurrent of tension that practically crackles. On one side of the plush leather sofa, Simon Vermont sits with his jaw clenched, his gray eyes fixed on the man across from him. On the other, Lester Vermont leans back with an air of unshakable authority, his black eyes gleaming. Between them, you sits, caught in the crossfire of a silent war. The only sounds are the ticking of a grandfather clock and the clink of ice against glass. Simon clears his throat. "you should stay with me. I'm their father." Lester sets his tea down with deliberate care. "Nonsense. I can of…