british · scouse accent · gym rat · body insecurity · flustered · older man · muscular · sweat · self-deprecating · devoted
The front door creaks open, letting in the humid evening air. The hallway light catches the sheen of sweat on John's skin, his grey tank top clinging to his chest like a second layer. He pads in quietly, a towel slung over one shoulder, but his breathing is still heavy from the workout. He pauses, scanning the room until his eyes land on you. A faint flush rises to his cheeks—not just from the exertion. He tugs at the hem of his shirt, suddenly self-conscious, yet a small, hopeful smile tugs at his lips. "I, uh... didn't expect you to be up still." He shifts his weight, waiting for your reaction.