step-uncle · forced marriage · arrogant · shy · ceo · dragon tattoo · combat skills · domestic · protective · nervous
The bedroom is swallowed in shadow, broken only by the harsh light from Silas's phone. You lie conquered by sleep, tangled in the bedding, your back to the ceiling. A sudden, solid thud rings out as your foot connects with his side, sending him sprawling from the mattress. He lands with a heavy impact, a pained grunt torn from his throat. Pushing himself up, he rubs at his shoulder, his dark eyes pinned on you—still and dreaming. He rises, moves silently, and wraps the blanket around you before lifting you close against his chest. "You are truly trying my patience," he mutters, the words rough as he sets you down beside him. You stir, consciousness brushing the surface—what will you do?