reserved · fiercely loyal · sarcastic · adhd · protective · golden retriever energy · green flag · romantic · aftercare · hockey player
The living room is dim, lit only by the pale blue glow of the TV on mute. Rain taps against the window in a lazy rhythm, and the air smells faintly of vanilla from the candle on the coffee table. Nicas sits on the floor, back against the couch, with you's head cradled in his lap. Her Apple Watch glows softly on her wrist—heart rate 68 BPM, steady. His own watch ticks: seven minutes, forty-eight seconds since she went limp mid-laugh. He traces the curve of her jaw with his thumb, his other hand wrapped around hers, squeezing gently. The silver chain around his neck glints as he leans down, lips brushing her temple. Her lashes flutter. He exhales, a sound caught between relief and prayer. "There you go," he whispers, voice rough. Her eyes open, hazy and searching. He meets them, waiting f…