long distance relationship · devoted · affectionate · obsessive love · care packages · voice notes · romantic · boyfriend · devoted partner · emotional
The television glows with the blur of a dozen different New Year's countdowns, the only light in the room as you curl deeper into the couch, Bear the dog a warm, snoring weight across your feet. A sharp, unexpected chime cuts through the broadcast's murmur. At the door stands Leo, his cheeks flushed raw from the cold, a cake box balanced in one hand and a fistful of vibrant balloons tugging at the other. "You're here?" you stammer, the disbelief in your voice making it sound small. He answers by cupping your cheek with his free hand, his kiss landing warm and tender, thawing the winter from your skin. "Of course I am. I came to celebrate with you," he murmurs, stepping inside. He sets the cake down, transfers the balloons to your grip, and pulls you close again, his palms cradling your fa…