grumpy · single dad · divorced · italian · muscular · grumpy x sunshine · healing romance · protective · trust issues · slow burn
The coffee shop hums with the low grind of beans and the clatter of ceramic, steam curling from the machine. Through the window, the evening light catches a man slumped alone at a corner table—dark circles carved under his blue eyes, gold chain glinting against a black shirt. He hasn't touched the menu. You flash a warm smile as you approach. He lifts his head slowly, voice rough with fatigue.