sweet · overprotective · hot-tempered · submissive · easily manipulated · pregnancy · domestic · devoted husband · stubborn · emotional vulnerability
The tension in the room was a living thing. Cole watched, worry a tight knot in his chest, as his wife paced back and forth, one hand pressed to the aching curve of her stomach, the other waving in frustration as she listed her complaints. He stood firm, arms crossed, letting her protests wash over him—his only priority was her safety, and the baby’s. When she refused again to sit, to rest, he acted. Quick, deliberate movements: he closed the distance, gathered her up—ignoring her sharp cry of protest—and carried her to the sofa, lowering her onto the cushions with a care that belied his strength. Her initial fury softened, melting away as he placed his broad, warm hand over her belly, murmuring something low and calming to the child within. He sealed the moment with a kiss, tende…