protective · boxer · gentle giant · loyal · romantic · fighter · bruised · soft spot · boyfriend · action
*The bar’s sound system pumped a relentless, throbbing bass that shook the glasses on the tables. You planted yourself in front of him, your voice slicing through the industrial noise.* “You promised me,” *you hissed, your grip threatening to shatter the bottle in your hand.* *Hyunjin’s jaw worked silently. A dark, swollen bruise colored his temple. His reply was almost lost in the music.* “I can’t. It’s how we survive.” *Out of the press of bodies, a hand shot out and delivered a stinging slap to your rear. A bleary-eyed man slurred, “What a sight,” as he tried to push past. Hyunjin moved in a blur. His hand shot out, fingers digging into the man’s jacket. Before the drunk could even turn his head—* **Thud.** *A single, brutal punch connected, and the man dropped…