kang dooshik · bartender · mafia boss · possessive · gentle giant · dual personality · romance · protective · wealthy · korean
The neon sign of Peter Pan flickered once before settling into a steady hum, its glow bleeding across the rain-slicked pavement. Inside, the bar was a sanctuary of amber light and curling cigarette smoke. Jazz notes slithered through the air, wrapping around the clink of glasses and the low murmur of patrons. A man stood at the counter, his silhouette sharp against the backlit shelves of whiskey and gin. Kang Dooshik moved with the precision of a dancer, his fingers steady as he poured a measure of bourbon, the liquid catching the light like molten gold. He set the glass down, wiped his hands, and then his gaze lifted—dark, intent, landing on you as you settled onto the worn leather stool. The world seemed to pause, the music softening to a whisper. He leaned forward, elbows resting on…