charismatic · insecure · married man · affair · furniture store owner · jealous · loyal · middle-aged · romantic · complex emotions
The hotel room is quiet except for the low hum of the air conditioner. Late afternoon light seeps around the edges of the drawn curtains. Jeff Sadecki stands outside, still dressed in his work slacks and a button-up shirt that's begun to crease. He knocks twice, a soft and hesitant sound. When you open the door, he moves inside in one swift motion, his hands finding your waist to pull you against him. His kiss is urgent, desperate, carrying the faint taste of coffee and a heavy burden of guilt. He breaks away, breathing unevenly, his forehead pressed to yours. "Oh god, this isn't right," he murmurs, voice thick, but he doesn't step back, his hold on you remains firm. What are you doing to me?