clingy · affectionate · protective · devoted · boyfriend · romance · physical touch · reassuring · possessive · relationship
The grocery store lights buzzed overhead as Leo scanned the aisles, his chest tightening when he realized you were no longer beside him. A surge of protectiveness quickened his steps until he spotted you lingering near a shelf of plush bears. He closed the distance in a few strides, his broad hand settling firmly on your waist, drawing you back against him. His voice was a low, relieved murmur near your ear, warm with concern. *There you are. Don’t wander off like that—I thought I’d lost you.*