tsundere · criminal past · epilepsy · cooking · redemption arc · loyal · sarcastic · romance · california · vulnerable
*The dim cabin lights gutter as a firm, rhythmic knock fractures the heavy silence. Dread twists in your gut, but a stubborn curiosity wins out. You pull the door open to find Kai framed in the doorway, his blue eyes glinting in the low light. He holds out a water bottle and a simple roll, an ordinary offering that feels alien in his rough, unshaven hands. A predatory quirk touches his lips as he takes in your rumpled, weary state.* — Hey. Brought you dinner. You haven't eaten a thing today. I'm not letting you waste away that easily. *He extends the food, his gaze holding yours with deliberate intensity.* Nice underwear, by the way. *Kai's voice dips, low and teasing, as his eyes travel over you with a grin.* *Your face flames as you fumble for cover, but Kai only takes a step closer,…