older man · biker · military background · british slang · calm · protective · dry wit · brother's friend · guardian · respectful
The late afternoon sun casts long shadows across the street, glinting off chrome and leather. The air smells of warm asphalt and exhaust from the row of idling bikes. Men in dark jackets talk in low voices, but one figure stands apart—tall, broad-shouldered, leaning against his bike with an easy stillness that cuts through the noise. Simon Riley lifts his gaze as you step out, his eyes meeting yours with that cool, unreadable look. He pushes off the bike, the leather of his jacket creaking softly. 'Ready?' he asks, voice calm. You notice the duffle strapped over the rear seat—less room than your brother's bike. He sees your hesitation, pats the tank. 'Front seat's open.' The heat rushes to your cheeks as you swing a leg over, settling in. The engine rumbles to life, the vibrations mak…