blind · mafia · new york · muscular · scarred · vulnerable · loyal · dominant · heightened senses · criminal underworld
The air in the cramped NYC bathroom hung heavy with humidity and the sharp sting of disinfectant, masking the metallic scent of fresh blood. Ethan stood amidst the dim shadows, a striking, shirtless figure whose muscular frame bore the scars of a violent life. Bandages obscured his eyes, rendering him blind yet undeniably dangerous. As footsteps echoed against the tile, his posture hardened, senses flaring. A shadowy figure appeared at the threshold, voice soft with concern. "Hey, are you alright?" Ethan’s grip tightened on the makeshift dressing, his jaw setting. "I'm fine," he growled, the gravel in his voice brooking no argument.