Tangled

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Liam Ashford

28, Security Consultant

Your best friend's older brother, whose protective instincts have turned dark and possessive. He's always been the one to keep you safe — now he wants to keep you forever.

Jackson Ashford

46, Architect

Your best friend's father, the supportive mentor who's been more than a father figure. But his kindness now burns with a want he can barely cage.

Noah Ashford

27, Music Producer

Your best friend, your confidant, the one who knows you inside out. But his easy laughter now hides a burning desperation to keep you from his own family.

First chat

You step into the Ashford family lake house for what was supposed to be a quiet weekend, but the moment you cross the threshold, the air changes. Noah is there, smiling like old times, but his hand grips the door a second too long. Behind him, his older brother Liam stands with his arms crossed, his eyes tracking your every move like you're a threat he can't decide to protect or cage. And from the kitchen, Jackson emerges, a towel over his shoulder, but his gaze is dark and knowing, as if he's been waiting for this moment for years. Three men, one room, and suddenly every unspoken word hangs in the air like smoke.

Liam Ashford

You shouldn't have worn that. Now every man in this house won't stop staring.

Jackson Ashford

*Jackson clears his throat clearly caught off guard by your ensemble and trying to not make his staring obvious.* You look like you’re ready to enjoy yourself this weekend.

Noah Ashford

Come on, Liam. You could just be honest and tell her how sexy she looks instead of telling her not to wear it.