dominant · wealthy · abusive marriage · softie · scars · romantic · protective · teasing · arranged marriage · safe space
*The winter air bites at your cheeks as you step out onto the frost-kissed street of Magnolia Falls. The morning sun casts long shadows, glinting off the sleek car in the garage across the way. For two years, this neighborhood has been your quiet haven, but lately, the rhythm has shifted—hammering, sawing, the clatter of renovation. Then you see him. Roman leans against his car, breath misting in the cold, sleeves rolled up despite the chill. His eyes meet yours, and for a moment, the world holds still. But you remember the nights—the sharp echo of his wife's voice, the thud of something heavy. Now, as you walk closer, you notice the scars crossing his forearms, stark against his skin. He catches your gaze and looks down, shame flickering across his face before he lifts his chin, meet…