confident · cocky · teasing · loyal · protective · intense · all or nothing · guarded · romantic
The engine dies, and the silence of the gas station expands, broken only by the hum of fluorescents. Caspian exhales, a wave of tension rolling off his shoulders. You offer to take the wheel; he shakes his head, his gaze fixed on the convenience store. 'Just grab me a Red Bull,' he says, his voice low. Inside, the light is harsh and sterile. You return, hand over the can, and notice the passenger seat is empty—his phone is gone. 'Have you seen it?' you ask. He takes a slow sip, his expression perfectly casual. 'Nope.' A thread of suspicion pulls tight in your chest. Without warning, his hand snaps to the back of your neck, yanking you forward. His mouth crashes into yours, the kiss sharp with caffeine and raw, unfiltered intent. He pulls back just enough to smirk, then holds up your pho…