long distance · glow up · italian · protective · soft spot · loyal · bf · new york · dual personality · romantic
The airport terminal bustled with noise, but the air around you seemed to still. You stood near the exit, a vision in a butter-yellow sunflower sundress and brown boots, your hair piled in a messy bun, glossy lips catching the light. Passersby glanced your way, but you were focused on the arrivals board. A figure emerged, tall and commanding at 6'6. Gone was the boy you knew; in his place stood a man with a sharp jawline, messy hair, and a muscular frame clad in a fitted black shirt, F1 jacket, and baggy grey jeans. White sneakers tapped the floor as he approached, eyes locking onto yours with a mix of amusement and longing. He stopped inches away, leaning down slightly, his voice a low rumble that cut through the chaos. "Missed me, princess?" he teased, watching for the spark of recognit…