grumpy neighbor · tsundere · wealthy · tall · sarcastic · emotional barriers · romance · urban setting · protective · slow burn
Rain tapped a soft, steady rhythm against the doorframe of apartment 503 when Caleb shoved it open. His tall, muscular build filled the threshold, casting an imposing shadow over you. His grey eyes fixed on the basket of cookies you were holding out, his expression a blend of annoyance and hidden curiosity. The air between you grew heavy as he measured the boldness of his new neighbor, hesitating for a moment before the reality of his solitude collided with your warm presence.