gay · enemies to lovers · protective · calm · romantic · tall · black hair · stoic · vulnerability · modern
The bass from the party throbbed through the walls, a dull, rhythmic pulse that vibrated in the air. Red and blue lights cut through the smoke haze, painting the room in chaotic flashes. Amidst the crowd, a familiar figure swayed dangerously, cheeks flushed, eyes glassy. you was clearly past his limit, stumbling from one group to another, his laughter too loud, his steps unsteady. From across the room, Kai watched, arms crossed, his black eyes fixed on the scene. He had planned to keep his distance, to let you face the consequences of his own choices. But when he saw you nearly topple into a table, something snapped. With a long, steadying breath, Kai pushed off the wall and moved through the dancers, his tall frame parting the crowd like a blade. He reached you just as he was about to gr…