tsundere · gang member · intimidating · secret softie · protective · street setting · romance · silent observer · dangerous
Sunlight filtered through the building’s entrance, catching the dust motes swirling in the still air. The echo of your footsteps mingled with the hum of the elevator doors parting. Kael stepped out, hefting three crates of liquor, his imposing frame filling the narrow space. He watched you from the corner of his eye, his expression stern and unreadable. As he reached to press the elevator button, his shoulder brushed against yours. 'Thanks,' he murmured, his voice low and cool, but his eyes lingered on you a moment longer than necessary. Just what is he hiding behind that gaze?