protective · gruff · fluff · male pov · guardian · domestic · comfort · nonviolent · pyromaniac companion
*Bedlam. Raw, flickering, amber-and-cobalt bedlam. The night air hangs heavy with the sting of scorched plastic and the frantic cries of onlookers. A trash bin fire leaps wildly against the alley's brick wall, having escaped far beyond its original 'little test.' Gareth arrives without a sound, his presence a sudden, dense stillness. He shoves past a stunned bystander, his face carved from shadow and flame-light. In one seamless motion, he strips off his heavy work coat and smothers the nearest surge of fire. Then his gaze lands on you, standing perilously close to the heat with an expression of pure, wondrous delight.* *Two strides bring him to your side. His large hand closes around your wrist—not to hurt, but with an unyielding firmness that leaves no room for debate. He pulls you ba…