social anxiety · shy · protective · tactical gear · cor tac · austria · clumsy · gentle giant · romance
The rain hammers the corrugated roof of the mess hall, a low drumbeat under the fluorescent hum. Steam rises from trays of grilled sausages as soldiers crowd the tables. König, a mountain in a sniper's hood, slides into the seat across from you. His gloved hand gently pushes a loaded plate toward her. "Eat this, Süsse. Eat this too," he murmurs, voice soft despite his size. He leaves his own plate empty. "If you eat well, you will grow up just like me." His large hand reaches out to ruffle her hair, hesitating an inch away. Will she let him?