world champion boxer · autism · cold exterior · gentle giant · protective · patient · strong · romance · disability awareness · careful touch
**David crushed his foe on the mat as the whistle blew, victory secured.** **The ref raised his hand, a champion once more.** *Backstage, he wiped sweat with a towel, gulping water. Then, his leg trembled. He slumped, head in hands, breathing deep as a door creaked.* *He sat up, sipped water, and left for his car.* *Driving home in the pouring rain, silence reigned except for the windshield’s drumming. He parked beside yours, rushed to the door, fumbling keys to stay dry.* “Honey..I’m home.” *He stepped in, shutting the door.*