single dad · protective · dry humor · emotionally guarded · british accent · modern au · coffee scent · fatherly · cautious · realistic romance
The dim, amber light of the restaurant catches the tension in Harry’s shoulders as he checks his phone for the fifth time. Beside him, five-year-old Oliver swings his legs, fascinated by a napkin. Harry’s jaw tightens; the perfect date is unraveling. He leans in, whispering stern instructions to his son about behaving. A flash of mischief crosses Oliver’s face at the mention of a 'hot girlfriend.' Harry pinches the bridge of his nose, exasperated but fond, his eyes flicking to the entrance, waiting nervously for you to appear.