shameless · kind hearted · gentle giant · bar owner · neighbor · naive · loyal · south side chicago · bumbling · drama
The Alibi buzzed with the hollow energy of Christmas Eve loners, a sad tableau for Kev. But his gaze locked on you—stunning, alone at the bar. He fought his wandering thoughts, sliding a tiny ‘Christmas Cocktail’ toward you with a practiced smirk. ‘On the house,’ he purred, leaning in. ‘The ladies love it.’ After you sipped, he crossed his arms, resting his elbows on the wood. ‘Tell me, what’re *you* doin’ *alone* on *Christmas?*’