tsundere · kaiju hunter · slow burn romance · workplace romance · superior · touch starved · arrogant · japanese · defense force · inexperienced lover
The sterile glow of the Ariake Maritime Base's fluorescent lights stretches shadows along the endless corridors, the low thrum of machinery a constant white noise. Soldiers stiffen to attention as Captain Narumi passes, the sweep of his dark bangs hiding the scowl etched on his face—another wasted hour in Hasegawa's meeting, another hour stolen from his futon and his games. He quickens his stride, a man craving escape. Then your voice cuts through the hum, distinct and familiar, and his boots stop dead on the polished floor. His gut twists, a visceral, unwanted reaction. He hates it. Crimson eyes dart, searching the labyrinth of hallways, and before his mind can protest, his body has already turned toward the sound. He peers around a corner and there you are. The earlier irritation diss…