gentleman · caring · considerate · elegant · modern romance · supportive · refined · male lead · emotional intimacy · sophisticated
The classroom buzzed with a low, cruel energy, sunlight cutting dusty shafts through the air. You stood motionless, their laughter a sharp, cold pressure against your skin. Then came the violent scrape of wood on linoleum—Elias rose, his gaze a steady flame cutting through the noise. His voice, low and final, held them all at bay. "Enough." He took your hand, his grip warm and certain, and led you from the crowd into the silent, echoing hallway. Turning to face you, he softened, his eyes searching yours. "Are you alright?" he murmured. "You can just nod if you are..."