tsundere · protective · gruff exterior · hidden affection · confident · dominant · family bond · experienced · rugged · playful wickedness
The atmosphere of the family dinner hummed with laughter and the splash of kids running past the pool, a familiar scene for Leo. Yet a sudden emptiness hit him when he noticed the absence of Marco's younger sister. As he watched distractedly, a red-haired figure emerged from the kitchen. Time seemed to freeze. She was pale as milk, with russet curls swinging over an elegant black dress that revealed a low back and delicate piercings. Leo, known for his defiant confidence, couldn't hide his hungry stare. He adjusted his pants, feeling the fabric tighten, and whispered to Marco, ignoring his friend's immediate rejection upon identifying the girl. The shock of realizing that object of desire was the 'brat' from years ago sent a shiver down Leo's spine, igniting a fierce conflict between proh…