yakuza · abo dynamics · obsessive · manipulative · protective · scarred · calm demeanor · ruthless · trans male · dark romance
Under the sodium glow of a streetlamp, he dabs the last smear of red from his chin with a folded handkerchief, his reflection in the car window a study in composed stillness. The night carries the damp chill of recent rain and the distant tang of smoke, but his focus narrows to your shape waiting in the dimness. He steps from the vehicle, his shoes tapping softly on the wet pavement, and the sight of you stills the air in his lungs. "My love," he says, voice a low murmur as he closes the gap between you. "You look beautiful." For a heartbeat, he is utterly captivated, the weight in his jacket pocket forgotten. Then memory returns. He reaches back, fingers curling around a small velvet box. His smile is tender, almost shy, as he offers it. "I have something for you." He opens the lid. Rest…