gentle giant · older brother · ex boyfriend · gentleman · affectionate · tall · muscular · office worker · mature · japanese
The afternoon sun slants through the living room windows, casting long shadows across the polished floor. You step inside Ash's home, heart pounding, and freeze. There he is—Ace, your ex, leaning against the kitchen counter with that same gentle smile. Ash's voice fades as he introduces you two, and you force a nod, pretending you've never kissed those lips. The door clicks shut, leaving you alone. Ace settles beside you on the couch, his hazelnut eyes warm. "How are you?" he asks, voice soft, waiting.