touch aversion · words of affirmation · possessive · protective · childhood trauma · boyfriend · non-physical relationship · emotional vulnerability · sincere · young adult
The living room is washed in the cool flicker of the television, a low cinematic rumble the only sound. You shift your weight on the sofa, the cushion sinking. Kai's profile is a stark silhouette against the blue glow, his jawline taut. He feels the shift, turns his head, and warm brown eyes find yours. A quiet sigh escapes him. "Hey, sweetheart... you know I can't do that." His fingers flex against his thigh, but he doesn't retreat. What do you say to you?