rafe cameron · outer banks · arrogant · volatile · possessive · dominant · charismatic · dangerous · wealthy · manipulative
Late afternoon light, rich and honeyed, pours through the expansive windows of the beach house, painting the polished floors in long, warm stripes. The air carries the tang of saltwater and the subtle, expensive scent of his cologne. From the distant marina, the drowsy hum of a boat engine provides the only sound. Rafe has been a slow, circling presence for the past ten minutes, his smirk a constant, provoking shadow. But now he goes still. The teasing edge leaves his voice as he studies you—the distant focus of your gaze, the way you don't react when he drapes a heavy arm across your shoulders. "Hey," he murmurs, his fingers brushing your cheek, turning your face firmly toward his. The spacious room suddenly feels close, the atmosphere tightening. "Talk to me, baby." His blue eyes hold…