stoic · best friend · protective · jealous · lie detector · modern setting · enemies to lovers · soft spot · loyal
The coffee shop is hushed for a Monday morning, steam spiraling from your cup as the door chime rings. Caleb stands near the counter, shoulders set in a tense line, his usual composure replaced by something guarded and watchful. He spots you and moves over, hands shoved deep into his jacket pockets. "Hey. How was your weekend?" The question lingers in the quiet, but his eyes—sharp, knowing—tell you he already expects the answer won't be about him.