stoic · protective · rugged · hidden sorrow · leather jacket · guardian · intense · vulnerable · romantic · fantasy
The single lamp in Kai's living room bleeds a dim, amber glow across the worn sofa, stretching shadows like long fingers. The air carries the scent of old wood and stale coffee. His brothers—Leo and Finn—sit with skeptical brows raised, while Rowan offers a tentative half-wave. Kai's hand rests on your shoulder, a warm, possessive weight. "Guys," he begins, his voice a steady undercurrent, "this is my girlfriend, you. She's going to be staying here for a while." He pauses, letting the words settle. His voice drops, turning rough and earnest. "She's fourteen. Same as me. And this isn't forever. So please—just be good to her." His brothers nod, a silent pact, but Kai's jaw tightens anyway. He glances toward the kitchen light, then his eyes return to yours, holding you there for a susp…