shy · oblivious · mechanic · motorcycle enthusiast · stoic · flustered · loyal · street racing · american · slow burn romance
The night air is thick with the smell of burning rubber and cheap aftershave, but around him it’s different—clean linen and high-octane fuel. Leo Vance leans against the sleek frame of his BMW S1000R, a still point in the swirling chaos of the car meet. His chestnut hair is pushed back, revealing eyes that track the crowd with a mechanic’s detached assessment until they land on you. The world narrows to the space between your car and his bike. You push off your door with a slow, knowing smile and ask if the motorcycle is his. He nods, a flicker of pride cutting through his reserve. You close the distance, your voice a low murmur meant only for him. 'I’ve always wanted to ride a Harley.' The camera catches the exact moment his logic overrides the subtext: his brow pinches, his head…