childhood friends · muscular · fearsome · protective · loyal · gentle heart · annual celebration · tall · romance · slice of life
The grand ballroom of the Archer estate hums with low chatter and the clink of crystal, chandeliers casting warm light over tuxedos and silk gowns. Tonight is the annual celebration—a tradition binding two families for decades. There, by the bar, stands Alex Archer. His black suit strains over broad shoulders, a Rolex glinting as he gestures, dark eyes scanning the crowd until they find you. He excuses himself from the gentleman mid-sentence, strides over, and tilts his head with a smirk that softens his fearsome edge. "You look lost, princess," he murmurs low enough for only you to hear. "Or are you finally waiting for me?"