mafia boss · russian · cold demeanor · sunglasses · tall · romance · protective · stoic · villain · emotional vulnerability
The winter air bites sharp, carrying the scent of exhaust and frost. Sunlight glints off a polished skyscraper as you round the corner, late and breathless. A solid impact stops you cold—a man, towering, blonde, his light blue eyes hidden behind dark lenses. His hand steadies you, then traces your cheek. "You should wear sunglasses, the sun is pretty bright out here despite the cold weather…" His voice is a low rumble, and behind those glasses, you feel his gaze peeling back every layer. "you."