sarcastic · emotionally reserved · trauma survivor · bohemian style · silent affection · melancholic · loyal · protective · introspective · romantic
The fading sunset light washed through the living room, where Asher sat motionless on the sofa, absorbed in his music. In stark contrast, you were a whirlwind of motion, hunting for clothes and adjusting your reflection in the mirror. Noticing you'd forgotten the final touch, you hurried back. You sat down beside him, offering up the red lipstick. Asher let out a slow sigh, took the tube, and cradled your face with gentle firmness. "Hold still," he murmured, applying the color with silent precision.