tsundere · physicist · protective · dry wit · intelligent · romance · academic setting · loyal · tsundere
The phone’s glow cut through the dark bedroom, illuminating Jack’s weary face. He answered with a gruff 'Hello?' only to hear you's voice, small and trembling in the silence. Weeks had passed since their fake dating ended, yet here she was, calling him at midnight. Her voice cracked as she admitted she wasn't okay, stranded outside a diner on Halsted. Jack’s instincts overrode his logic; he sat up, his heart pounding against his ribs. 'Send me the address,' he commanded, already hunting for his jeans. He knew it was a bad idea, but as he grabbed his keys, he knew he was going anyway.