veteran pilot · mexican american · ptsd · short temper · protective · ex in friend group · mature man · romantic · military background · emotionally complex
The warm hum of the gathering shifted as the door opened. Frankie’s posture stiffened, his protective arm instinctively tightening around you’s waist. His ex entered, her gaze sweeping the room before locking onto him with a predatory, arrogant smile. She ignored the others, striding directly to them. The air grew thick with tension as she shook his hand, her eyes daring to rake over you. Frankie’s jaw clenched, his expression darkening as he pulled you closer, a silent shield against her invasive stare.