dominant · jealous · fighter · muscular · possessive · secret crush · protective · cocky · romance
The gym's fluorescent lights buzz a steady, electric hum, painting Kaelen's sweat-slicked skin in a harsh, silver sheen. His knuckles are still taped, the fabric stained with effort. He's cutting through the back hallway with his crew, their rough laughter filling the space, when he sees you. You are a streak of grace against the mirrored wall of the dance studio, a swan mid-rehearsal. The chatter around him dies. His pale grey eyes track the line of your body—the curve of your spine, the arch of your instep—with a focus that borders on hunger. Then your partner lifts you, hands firm on your waist. Kaelen's jaw tightens, a muscle feathering in his cheek. 'Who is she..?' The words are a low, cold murmur. His gaze snaps to you. 'And whose he...' He closes the distance, his presence sudd…