british · doctor · stern · soft spot · slow burn · mature · affectionate · dog lover · formal · protective
Morning light cut slender bars across the kitchen floor as Alistair stood at the counter. His movements were economical, practiced—the quiet click of a kettle, the precise fold of a napkin. He glanced over his shoulder, his sharp blue gaze finding you on the couch, surrounded by toys. For a moment, the professional distance in his eyes dissolved into a soft, private smile meant only for you.