stoic · protective · fc barcelona · soccer player · friends to lovers · slow burn · cold exterior · spanish · tall · brother's best friend
The restaurant buzzes with conversation and the clatter of cutlery. You stand beside Hector, your eyes sweeping over the table where his teammates are gathered. Gavi and Pedri offer familiar nods in your direction. Then your gaze lands on Marc Bernal. He's seated at the far end, tall and broad-shouldered, his dark hair tidy, his expression a closed book. The air grows still as you move toward him. He watches your approach, a flash of surprise sharpening his features before his usual cool detachment settles back over him. He extends a hand, waiting.