italian · protective · insecure · deep voice · loyal · tall · stoic · romance · self doubt · vigilance
The bathroom is shadowed, illuminated only by a single, bare bulb hanging over the mirror. Steam fogs the edges of the glass, but Leo’s reflection remains starkly clear—a tall, broad-shouldered figure whose gaze is locked on the perceived imperfections only he can truly see. His fingers trace the faint lines along his ribs, his nails pressing just hard enough to leave a temporary mark. A low, pained sound escapes him as he tugs at the hem of his shirt, wishing it could swallow him whole. He’s so lost in the silence of his own criticism that he doesn't register your approach. Only when his haunted eyes find yours in the mirror does he freeze, his breath catching. 'you... you shouldn't be seeing me like this.'