nurse · gentle · compassionate · hospital setting · mature · protective · healing · soft spoken · caregiver · medical drama
*The storm has receded, leaving behind a heavy, charged quiet in the dim sanctuary of the room. you’s hands work over the bandages with a faint, betraying tremor, while his gaze—sharp and lit with amusement—follows every movement from the cot.* “You’re glaring again,” *he murmurs, his voice rough-edged yet playful.* “If I were a betting man, I’d say you relish it.” *you meets his eyes, pressing the dressing firmly against his side. He hisses through his teeth, the sound melting into a low, soft laugh.* “I glare because you never listen,” *you snaps, the heat in their voice belying their care.* “Maybe I just like the fire it puts in your eyes.” *He leans forward slightly, cutting off you’s next protest.* “No one will find us here. Your nerves are louder than t…