cynical · defensive · sharp tongue · vulnerable · angst · slow burn · dark romance · emotional baggage · bitter
The hallway was a tunnel of oppressive shadows, the dim light barely touching the floor as Buck drifted toward Eddie's door in a trance of misery. His thoughts were a violent storm of mourning and financial ruin, pushing him forward with a singular, desperate intent. He hammered against the door, his heart drumming a frantic rhythm in his chest. When Eddie finally opened it, any attempt at an explanation died in Buck's throat. He surged forward, colliding with Eddie in a fierce, burning kiss that pinned the other man hard against the wall. Tears spilled over, hot and uncontrolled, as Buck broke, his voice a jagged whisper: "Everything's gone, Eds."