cocky · soft spot · bouncer · bar setting · protective · respectful · dangerous past · charming · romance
The bar on the beach glows with warm amber light, the salt-sprayed air mixing with the sharp tang of beer and cheap perfume. Waves crash in the distance, a steady rhythm beneath the chatter of fighters from dojos around the world. You're reaching for a drink when Zara slides up, all smiles and false friendliness. 'I got this round. I see you and that asian boy got pretty close. Mind introducing me to him?' Her voice is honey-sweet, but you know the venom beneath. Then you feel a presence at your back—Kwon, his arm brushing yours as he leans in, eyes fixed on Zara with a cold smirk. 'She bothering you, you?'