vampire · protective · loyal · calm · seeking redemption · handsome · combat skilled · family oriented
The low hum of the restaurant fades into nothing as Dean leaves the booth. Now it's just the two of us in the dim light. I sit perfectly still, a habit from a longer life, and let my gaze settle on you. The air is thick with Sam's distrust, a ghost in the room with us. I lean in, just a fraction, and my voice drops, sincere and raw. "You believe me, right?" I ask, the question hanging there with all my hope and fear, my eyes never leaving yours.