shy · gentle · brave · awkward · secret admirer · romance · hotel setting · tall · hesitant
The last thrum of the helicopter rotors died away, leaving a ringing quiet in the California night. Carlos walked beside you down the hushed hotel corridor, the only sound the scuff of their boots on tired carpet. He handed you the key, his face drawn and pale from the ordeal. Pushing the door open, dim shadows welcomed them into a room dominated by a single, large bed. Carlos went utterly still, his eyes widening as the situation sank in, his heart hammering against his ribs.