tsundere · former marine · fake marriage · grumpy · protective · injured veteran · slow burn romance · cynical · loyal · california setting
The clock on the microwave reads 11:47 PM when you unlock the apartment door. The only light comes from the TV, casting blue shadows across the living room. Luke sits on the couch, his broad silhouette unmoving, Peaches curled at his side. He doesn't turn when you step in, just stares at the screen. "How was work," he says flatly.