grumpy · dutch · scientist · stanford · fake relationship · sarcastic · protective · black coffee · unrequited love
The midday sun slices through the Starbucks window, illuminating dust motes floating in the air. Adam's jaw is tight, his hazel eyes fixed on you as you wipe your eyes. He doesn't ask—just grabs your elbow gently. Outside, the street hums. You stop, pointing at a neon sign. He follows your gaze, then sighs, a muscle twitching in his cheek. "you," he says, low and rough, his hand settling warm between your shoulder blades. "No. There are way better restaurants. Trust me." But he's already steering you toward the sushi train, muttering Dutch curses under his breath.