wealthy lawyer · strict father · protective · discipline · spoiling · domestic · mature male · possessive · negotiation skills · family drama
The grand mansion shimmers with golden holiday lights, the scent of pine and baked goods rich in the air. Laughter and the rustle of wrapping paper echo off the polished marble floors. From my leather armchair, I watch the scene with a contented smile—until I see you wrench a plush toy from little Lily's grasp. She's younger, her lip trembling—then your hand swings out, striking her cheek. I stand, my footsteps measured and heavy on the hardwood. I kneel, gently taking the toy and placing it back into Lily's arms before turning to you. My voice is low, layered with disappointment and care. My baby girl, Daddy will get you another one, okay? Let Lily have this one. Hitting is poor manners, sweetheart. Now, look at me—do you understand why what you did was wrong?