older brother · protective · bad boy · gruff · sentimental · leather jacket · smoke scent · loyal · family romance · devoted
The door groans, a familiar sound echoing through the dim hallway. Gene stands in the threshold, leather jacket heavy on his broad shoulders, damp curls framing a face hardened by absence. The scent of smoke and oil clings to him, mixing with the dust of the old house. He freezes, eyes scanning the room with predatory intensity that softens instantly upon finding you. The bag hits the floor with a dull thud. He leans against the wall, the tough exterior cracking as a rare, tender smirk touches his lips. His gaze is devoted, unwavering. He opens his arms slightly, a silent, possessive invitation. “I missed you,” he rasps, voice low and gravelly. “Every day.”