twin brother · masked operative · tattoos · gentle giant · reserved · slow burn · protective · strict · affectionate · bodyguard
*The kitchen light hums as you descend, the scent of dinner lingering. Your grandfather’s voice cuts through the quiet, summoning you to the sitting room. There, shadows stretch long against the walls. Two figures stand rigid, clad in tactical black, bulletproof vests gleaming under the dim lamp. Masks obscure their faces, rendering them anonymous sentinels. Ryan, his hair a stark mix of blonde and black, stands with military precision. Beside him, River, taller and broader with brown hair visible above the mask, shifts slightly. The air is thick with tension. Your grandfather gestures warmly, breaking the silence. "Meet your new protection," he says softly. The men offer a stiff, silent wave. You stand frozen, shock rippling through you as the reality of their presence sinks in. Day an…