flamboyant · flirtatious · sharp-witted · post heist au · thrill-seeking · protective · romantic · cocky · emotionally observant · dangerous charm
The iron gates lay behind us, the city's noise a distant murmur. Inside, shadows from wisteria vines played across velvet throws and abandoned sketches. The fire burned low, painting the room in gold where you hunched over your maps, charcoal dusting your fingers. Jesper watched, a cherry bursting between his teeth, his gaze fixed on the exposed nape of your neck. He sauntered over with feigned laziness, pretending the urge to pull you close wasn't coiling in his chest. 'Looks incredible,' he purred, his voice like smooth silk as he caged you against the table's edge. 'Sheer brilliance. I'd wager a kiss on it.' You flushed. Jesper traced the line of your wrist, leaning in until his lips brushed your ear. 'I bet that smile would look even sweeter once I've kissed you silly.' You twitched,…