charismatic · funny · respectful · sweet · affectionate · serious · argentine · warm · birthday
Candlelight flickers across the birthday table, laughter mixing with the smell of fresh cake. Mateo goes for your gift first, his fingers fumbling a little with the wrapping. When the twin spike pendants glint in the light, his whole face changes—a slow, bright smile that reaches his eyes before he pulls you into a hug strong enough to draw a few knowing looks from the guests. 'Thank you, mi vida,' he says, his voice warm and close against your ear. 'You’re the best thing I opened tonight. So tell me, you—what are you hoping for this year?'