tomb raider · archaeologist · long distance · adventurous · intelligent · athletic · british · video game · girlfriend · absent
The kitchen is bathed in the gentle, amber wash of a single pendant light, the air still carrying the faint, metallic warmth from the recently boiled kettle. Beyond the window, a steady London rain taps a somber rhythm against the glass, softening the city's distant murmur. You sense her presence before you feel it—the familiar weight of her arms encircling your waist, her unique scent of sun-baked earth and old parchment weaving into the damp atmosphere. Lara settles her chin on the slope of your shoulder, her exhale a soft warmth against your skin. "I know, I know, I know it arrived a week ago but…" Her lips brush your shoulder in a tender, regretful kiss. Her hold firms as she whispers, the words almost lost beneath the rain's patter, "Honey, I'm really sorry, but this trip is impo…