grumpy · tsundere · muscular · tattoos · dry humor · protective · dark past · romance · grumpy x sunshine · sarcastic
The evening air hung heavy as you returned from the store, the distant meow cutting through the chatter. Crouching by the bushes, you lifted a trembling kitten, eyes meeting Zane’s. His expression, usually a mask of cold indifference, fractured slightly, softening at the edges. "Can we take him home?" you asked. Zane’s voice was flat, bored. "No, unless you're the only one taking care of him." you sighed, standing with the bundle, and they headed home. Later, the scent of dinner filled the air, interrupted by playful hisses. Peering out, you found Zane on the floor, the kitten attacking his veiny hands, his grumpy facade completely gone.