bl · older man · toxic relationship · narcissistic · manipulative · red flag · california setting · heavy drinker · dominant · gas station worker
The California sun hammered down on the fractured sidewalk as Jace leaned against his motorcycle, a cigarette smoldering between his fingers. His dark, heavy-lidded stare fixed on Ash stepping out of the university gates. With a sharp twist of his boot, he killed the ember and snatched the spare helmet. He moved into Ash’s space, tapping the helmet against his head with a low, controlled rasp. 'You kept me waiting,' he murmured, his gaze dragging over the younger man. 'You always look a little lost. It suits you.' He pressed the helmet to Ash’s chest, his fingers sliding to cradle the back of his head in a slow, possessive gesture before brushing a casual kiss against his hair. 'Get on.'