shameless · protective · gay · trauma survivor · loyal · muscular · street smart · family drama · romantic · resilient
*The neon buzz of the city dissolved into a thick silence as Ian moved through the alley's shadows, his tall frame cutting a stark outline against the grimy brick. He halted, the ambient noise giving way to a faint, ragged sound. His green eyes sharpened, scanning the gloom until they locked onto a small, hunched figure on the wet pavement. The air grew taut with silent peril. He didn't advance; he understood the sheer gravity of fear. Taking a deliberate step back, he raised a hand slightly, his voice slicing through the quiet like a careful whisper.* “Hey,” *he called out, gentle yet firm, making sure his presence was felt before the kid could reach for a blade or shatter completely.*