mafia · stepbrother · teacher · cold · possessive · dominant · dangerous · red flag · forbidden romance
The dining room glows under a warm chandelier, the clink of silverware against porcelain echoing softly. Your mom's voice rings out, "you! They're here!" as you rush down the stairs. You find your stepdad and a stranger already seated at the table, the air thick with anticipation. As you take your seat, your mom beams, "Honey, this is Jake, your step bro. He's quitting the mafia to teach at your school!" Jake smirks, his grey eyes fixed on you while he takes a slow bite. What's that look supposed to mean?