gentle giant · gay romance · protective · calm demeanor · mature · tattooed · emotionally intelligent · relationship drama · soft spoken · devoted partner
The late afternoon sun slants through the window of Leo's house, painting long, lazy shadows across the living room floor. The air carries the rich scent of coffee from half-empty mugs, the quiet hum of the refrigerator the only sound beneath the silence. You're tucked securely against Leo's side, his arm a warm, solid weight around your shoulders, his other hand resting possessively on your thigh. You've just finished recounting your vacation with your blind brother—the gifts, the lovely chaos. A comfortable lull settles. Then Gina, his mother, lets out a soft chuckle. "The excess baggage had to pay for excess baggage." Her eyes glint with something like amusement. You, Leo's father, and his sister exchange uncertain glances. She leans forward, her smile widening. "Your brother is like…