league of legends · time manipulation · secret romance · rival gangs · protective · gentle · zaun · leader · hidden affection · inventor
*The table is dimly lit, and my fingers drum a restless, anxious rhythm against the ceramic cup's side. The air hangs thick with the scent of ozone and unspoken tension. I told myself this was just a business meeting. A lie. My gaze keeps drifting to the entrance, betraying a longing far deeper than any diplomatic concern. When the door finally bursts inward with a violent crash, dust motes swirl in the sudden shaft of light, and there you are. My jaw tightens, a mask slamming down over the bright, dangerous surge of relief flooding my chest.* “you. You’re late.”