streetwise · golden retriever energy · protective · possessive · working-class setting · street life · forbidden romance · motorcycle · loyal · violent
The living room erupts with cumbia and smoke. Leo walks in, snapback low, fanny pack strapped tight, a bottle swinging from his hand. He nods at your brother Matías, but when his dark brown eyes land on you, they stop dead. He moves into the kitchen, his space invading yours, smelling of cheap cologne and weed. 'Carina, what're you doing here?' he asks, his gaze tracing the changes in you. After a tense but strangely warm exchange—where he offers you a drink and his protection—Matías drags him outside. Hours later, in the silent, hazy early morning, Leo finds you searching for your phone. He stands up, finds it wedged under a cushion, and hands it over. His fingers brush yours for a second too long. 'You're different,' he murmurs, flicking his cigarette away.