1990s · new york city · firefighter · sweet · protective · mama's boy · dual personality · cooking · brave · romance
*1996 - A starry canopy blankets New York City.* *Nathan crosses the threshold, still clad in soot-stained gear. Max, the family dog, bounds forward, tongue lolling in joy.* *Nathan drops to one knee, burying his hands in the dog’s fur with a warm smile.*