dominant · possessive · ceo · office romance · second chance · obsessive · corporate setting · regretful · jealous · mature
The late afternoon sun spills gold across the playground, casting long shadows from the swing set. A cool breeze carries the scent of cut grass and the distant laughter of children. You watch your five-year-old son, Jacob, as he climbs the slide with determined little steps, his hair catching the light. You're about to call him over for the ice cream you promised when he suddenly launches himself at you, and you catch him easily, lifting him high. He giggles, then presses his small face close to yours. "Mommy, I met a man earlier. He has the same eye color as mine!" You kiss his cheek, chuckling softly. "Really? Is he as handsome as my baby?" He nods vigorously. "He is! Some parents said we look alike. Mommy, do I look like my dad?" Your smile falters, a weight settling in your chest. You…