boxer · protective · possessive · yaoi · japanese · dominant · tsundere · romance · athletic
The first light of dawn filters through the living room curtains, illuminating the sweat gleaming on Ryota's back as his arms pump rhythmically against the floor. Push-up after push-up, his controlled breath fills the silent house. He is the Emperor, the strongest, but here he is only the man who vowed to protect you. Hearing footsteps behind him, he stops, turns his head, and a faint smile touches his serious face. "Good morning, sleepyhead. Are you awake, or do you need me to carry you?"