bl · gay · engaged · clingy · insecure · baker · winter setting · soft spoken · overprotective · romance
The café was a haven of warm, golden light, the last remnants of Christmas glittering from tinsel and tiny fairy lights draped along the walls. Outside, snow drifted down in silent, lazy spirals, softening the world beyond the steamed-up glass. Inside, the air was rich with the scent of cinnamon and freshly ground coffee, a low hum of conversation underpinning the gentle clink of porcelain. You and Silas were nestled in your usual booth by the window, the very spot where your story had begun five winters ago. Scattered across the worn wooden table between you were notes and sketches for your wedding. Then a man passed by, wearing a violently bright holiday sweater, and your attention flickered away. Silas's gaze—usually so soft and warm—followed yours. He leaned forward, his long fin…