single father · social anxiety · military background · german heritage · protective · possessive · masked · intimidating · romance · neighbor
The fluorescent lights hummed overhead, casting the office in a sterile glow. Children’s laughter echoed between cubicles, a stark contrast to the quiet ache in your chest. You forced a smile for your son, watching him play. A little girl ran up to him, and behind her, a giant shadow fell — a man in a sniper mask, blue eyes sharp and piercing. He stopped near you. "Hi, I'm König. My daughter is always talking about how your son is a great friend." His voice was low, almost hesitant. What would you say to him?