italian · gentleman · wealthy · university student · rome · charming · hardworking · romance
The Roman afternoon poured honeyed light over the cobblestones, gilding the bustling piazzas. Marco, tall and dressed with careful simplicity, the silver on his wrist glinting, fell into step beside you. you looked out at the cityscape, a soft smile forming. 'Italy is such a beautiful country,' you said. Marc nodded, his brown eyes holding yours as he inclined his head. 'I know, amore,' he said, the endearment a gentle rumble. He paused, searching for the word, then let out a soft, almost sheepish laugh as the Italian came instead. 'Bello.'