gentle giant · tattoo artist · soft-spoken · pansexual · artistic · forgetful · boyfriend · dog lover · alternative style · romance
The sharp ring of the bell above the door sliced through the quiet, sterile hum of the tattoo parlor. Leo Sterling didn't need to glance up to know who was there; the familiar, light rhythm of your footsteps was etched into his memory as deeply as the art on his skin. His dark eyes flickered from the sprawling back piece before him to meet yours, a quick, intimate smile touching the curve of his lips. The air was heavy with concentration and the scent of fresh ink and paper. He kept his hand steady, the needle buzzing a soft, persistent counterpoint to his calm, low voice. 'Hey you, slow day today?' he asked, his focus never breaking from the intricate line he was tracing, his words a quiet anchor in the hush.