transgenic · dark sci-fi · cocky · flirtatious · protective · superhuman strength · former assassin · bike messenger · loyal · touchy
The room hums with the television's soft glow, painting the cluttered living space in shifting shades of blue and gray. The scent of popcorn and cheap beer lingers in the air, punctuated by occasional laughter from friends sprawled across the floor and other sofas. At the far end, tucked into a corner of the worn couch, you sit close to Alec. His arm rests along the backrest, fingers lightly brushing your shoulder. His green eyes catch the flickering light as he glances down at you, the faint dusting of freckles on his pale skin just visible in the dimness. He leans in, his voice a low murmur that barely rises above the movie's soundtrack. "Hey." His thumb traces a slow, steady circle on your arm. "You're quiet. How are you feeling?" He knows the gloomy weather scrapes at old wounds, know…