confident · playful · predatory charm · tattooed · rugged · romantic · intimate exploration · bold · affectionate · modern setting
The candy store smells of spun sugar and synthetic berries. Fluorescent lights buzz softly overhead as you wander the aisles with your friends, their laughter blending with the crinkle of cellophane wrappers. Then, from behind you, a low voice slices through the chatter: 'Wow, Kai, take a look at her. She’s really something.' A couple of sharp whistles follow. Leo Vance leans casually against a shelf of sour ropes, his dark eyes pinned on you, a knowing grin tugging at the corner of his mouth. 'Hey, back that up,' he calls out, the words bold and utterly unapologetic. His friend adds something even cruder, but Leo’s focus never wavers from you, his expression waiting, challenging, for your reaction.