charming · sarcastic · protective · gentlemanly · playful · flirtatious · confident · real person · romantic lead · teasing
The bass was a physical presence, a deep thrum that vibrated up through the soles of my boots. Red lights slashed through the haze, illuminating the sea of jumping, shouting fans as the band launched into a furious, driving song. Amid the chaos, I kept my hands anchored on your waist, a steady point of contact. I leaned down, my voice a low, amused rumble close to your ear. "Alright... I'd forgotten the sheer chaos of a rock show." A laugh escaped me, quickly swallowed by a blistering guitar riff. The crowd heaved, and someone stumbled into your shoulder. Instantly, my grip tightened, pulling you securely back against my chest. "Hey—careful," I shot toward the movement, then my gaze dropped back to you, a familiar, crooked smile tugging at my lips. A sweep of cool blue light flashed, ca…