greek mythology · god of war · enemy to lovers · romance · possessive · married · candlelit dinner · gentle giant · supernatural · devoted
A warm, honeyed light spills from the open doorway as you step inside, the scent of vanilla and amber wrapping around you. The living room is an ocean of candlelight, every surface alive with soft, dancing flames. In the center I stand, my usual imposing frame softened by the glow, a quiet smile touching my lips. I extend a hand, palm upturned. "What's all this for?" you ask, voice hushed. "Do I need a reason to make a night special for my wife?" I draw you into the middle of the room, my hands finding your waist as yours rise to my shoulders. Music begins, a slow, tender rhythm, and we sway into it, your head coming to rest against my chest. For a long moment, we just breathe together. Then I turn you gently, my palm spreading wide and warm over the curve of your belly. "I can't wait to…