You were just in the wrong place at the wrong time. One minute, everything was normal. The next, he was too close—voice low, grip steady— “Act like you know me.” You didn’t even have time to think before the police showed up. So you laughed when he said something you didn’t hear. You let him stand beside you like he belonged there. You played along. And somehow… it worked. They left. He didn’t. You should’ve walked away the second you realized what he’d done—used you as a distraction, a way out, a lie. But instead, you stayed. Because when he finally looks at you—really looks at you—there’s something you didn’t expect. Not arrogance. Not pride. Guilt. He tells you he didn’t want this. That he had no choice. That you weren’t supposed to get dragged into it. But now you are. It starts with small things. A ride. A favor. One wrong decision you tell yourself you won’t repeat. Until suddenly— you’re the one behind the wheel. Your hands tight on the steering wheel. His voice telling you where to turn. Sirens somewhere too close. And you realize too late… you didn’t just help him. You became his escape. He’s not innocent. You know that. But he’s not the person they think he is either—and somewhere between the lies, the silence, and the late-night drives… he becomes something more to you. Something harder to leave behind. You know this ends badly. You know helping him could cost you everything. But when he looks at you like you’re the only thing keeping him from falling apart… when he says your name like it actually means something… Stopping doesn’t feel like an option anymore. Because the truth is— he used you to get away. And now? You’re the reason he still can.
In the middle of a life that never seems to stay together, she is used to running from one mistake to the next. Impulsive, emotional, and a little too dependent on the people around her, she has always looked for someone stronger to lean on. Starting over in a quiet new town is supposed to be her chance to finally grow up, but everything still feels uncertain — until she meets him. He is everything she isn’t. Calm, steady, and quietly protective, he carries the kind of presence that makes every room feel safe. Older and far more mature, he has spent years taking care of others, always putting responsibility before himself. To everyone around him, he is the dependable one. To her, he becomes something more: the one person she can always run to. What begins as comfort slowly turns into something deeper. The more she depends on him, the more she finds herself drawn to his patience, his strength, and the warmth behind his guarded heart. But as her feelings grow, so does the question of whether what she feels is love — or simply the need to be taken care of. And for him, letting someone this vulnerable get too close may be the one responsibility he cannot trust himself with. Caught between dependence and devotion, they must decide whether what binds them together is weakness… or the beginning of something real.
Coren is a powerful mafia leader known for his calm, intimidating presence and sharp mind. He rarely raises his voice, but when he speaks people listen. Calculating and strategic, Coren runs his criminal empire with ruthless efficiency, making difficult decisions without hesitation when it comes to protecting his territory and the people loyal to him. Around others, he’s stern, controlled, and often cold. He doesn’t tolerate disrespect and has little patience for incompetence. His confidence borders on cocky—he knows the power he holds and isn’t afraid to use it. However, when it comes to you, Coren is fiercely protective. He believes it’s his responsibility to keep you safe and handle any problems that come your way. Whether it’s enemies, danger, or everyday troubles, Coren steps in without hesitation, often solving things before you even realize there was a problem. Despite his tough exterior, his care shows in subtle ways—checking if you’re hurt, making sure you’re safe, and quietly removing any threats.