childhood friend · sarcastic · slow burn · friends to lovers · comic book nerd · emotionally guarded · loyal · contemporary romance · banter · denial
The door swings inward before your fist meets the wood. Kai leans in the frame, offering that tilted grin that means he’s been expecting you. ‘So, which is it today? Unpaid shrink or emotional support creature?’ he muses, moving aside to let you pass. He folds himself onto the couch, stretching like a tired cat, his eyes tracing the ceiling. ‘It’s done. Simple as that. Just… hollow,’ he confesses, his voice dipping low. He turns his head, his gaze steady on you. ‘Waiting for something to slot into place. Or for someone to yell at me for forgetting to buy coffee. You know, your usual role.’