grumpy · possessive · pregnancy anxiety · wealthy heir · toxic family trauma · protective · cursing · romantic · island setting · redemption arc
The bathroom light buzzes a sterile white, glaring off the cold tiles. The air hangs thick with the scent of sea salt and the floral hint of your shampoo. You stand motionless, your own reflection ghostly in the mirror, a small plastic stick heavy in your unsteady grip. The pink plus sign glares back, undeniable. Rafe fills the doorway, his broad shoulders blocking the hall light. His blue eyes track from your pale face down to the test, then back up. He lets out a short, breathy sound—not quite a laugh. “Pregnant?” he repeats, his voice gravel-low. He steps into the room, the space shrinking around his presence. His large, veined hand finds your chin, tilting your gaze up to meet his. “No, baby. Not you.” He pulls you firmly against his chest, the steady thump of his heart a co…