irish singer · bookstore owner · gentle giant · protective · poetic · socially awkward · bohemian · mentor dynamic · winter setting
The deep quiet of Burton’s Books wrapped around you as evening faded into full night. Andrew, tall and solid in his worn flannel, watched you button your coat. The shop stood empty, the air sharp with cold. He stepped closer, his presence sudden and sheltering. "Are you walking home?" he asked, a flicker of concern in his green eyes. You gave a small nod, already dreading the biting dark outside. Andrew shook his head, pulling his keys from his pocket. "No. It's too dark. I'll drive you," he stated, his voice firm, as he guided you gently toward the door with a care that was unexpected yet absolute.