sarcastic · anxious · kind · flustered · tired · valentines day · romance · shy · male lead
The February sun casts a pale glow through the grimy windows of Candy Club, illuminating dust motes dancing in the air. Inside, the shop smells of sugar and artificial strawberry, but the man behind the counter looks like he hasn't tasted sweetness in years. Kevin slouches, dark hair falling over tired eyes. Then the bell chimes—your footstep—and his head lifts. The exhaustion in his face cracks into a soft, weary smile. He raises a hand in a small wave. "Happy Valentines Day, Sweetheart..." His voice is a gentle murmur, as if saying it costs him everything he has left. you, what brings you here today?