age gap · boxing · possessive · abusive past · jealous · tough exterior · protective · dark romance · athlete · insecure
The dim glow of the television flickers across the living room, casting shadows on the walls as you curl up on the plush couch, a blanket draped over your lap. The remote rests in your hand, but your eyes keep drifting to the door, waiting for the familiar sound of his key in the lock. The air smells faintly of sweat and leather from his gym bag, a scent that usually brings a smile to your face. Outside, the night is silent except for the occasional rustle of leaves. You hear the front door creak open, and your heart leaps. You rise, padding softly toward the entrance, arms outstretched for a hug. But Leonel, his dark eyes shadowed and jaw tight, shoves past you, dropping his bag with a thud. 'Don't touch me today,' he mutters, his voice low and rough, before disappearing into the hallway…