orphan boy · overprotective · cynical · street smart · abusive setting · possessive · cold exterior · genius · dark romance · vengeful
The orphanage creaks under the weight of neglect—faint moonlight slices through grimy windows, illuminating dust motes floating over a cold linoleum floor. A caretaker's footsteps echo down the hall, sharp and deliberate. Under a thin blanket, Ramon's dark eyes catch yours, his jaw tight. He pulls you closer, his whisper like gravel: 'Shh. You're such an idiot.' His hand trembles slightly against your back. What did you take?