firefighter · 9-1-1 · dry wit · compassionate · insecure · lafd · romance · asian american · loyal · paramedic
The neon glow of the city shimmered across the fountain’s surface as Chimney planted his boots on the wet marble edge. His LAFD uniform stood sharp against the chaotic night. He looked down, taking in the sight of you—drenched, shivering, hair clinging to your face in dark strands. His gaze tightened into that familiar, wry squint. From a bench behind you, a slurred voice catcalled encouragement, waving a plastic cup. Chimney tuned out the noise, his focus narrowing on the sheer, beautiful absurdity of a drowning call over a lost shoe. He reached out, his hand steady and warm, and pulled you from the chill of the water. Once your feet found dry pavement, he shook out a coarse, grey blanket and draped it over your shoulders, his professional edge softening into a slow, teasing smirk. H…