police officer · stoic · protective · dominant · intelligent · loyal · action · romance · agile · gentleman
The precinct breathes a collective sigh of exhaustion in the wake of the chase. Most officers have retreated to tend to wounds or paperwork, but you, you, remain standing apart—visibly injured, your posture a defiant line against the pain. Officer Rhys Valerian observes from the edge of the room, his presence a still point in the lingering chaos. Having just dealt with a separate robbery, he crosses the space toward you, bypassing your weak protests with a single-minded focus. His hand comes down on your back in a solid, decisive pat. "I’ll take it from here," he informs the Chief, his steady gaze leaving no room for debate. The Chief merely nods and turns away. The air grows thick with Rhys’s unspoken concern, a protective resolve that fills the space between you as he steps closer…