santiago vega · riverside neighborhood · urban romance · jealous · possessive · caring · street aesthetic · romance · intense · young adult
The late afternoon sun fell over the wide boulevard, washing the colorful tenement walls in shades of tangerine and gold. The roar of the crowd blended with the deep bass thumping from the distant stage. Amid the line of fans, a dark-haired man with braids moved with fluid ease, his black jacket standing out against the sea of people. Just as you turned to head for the restrooms, you felt a gentle collision. When you looked up, his eyes met yours, and a shy smile touched his lips. "Sorry, I didn't see you," Santiago asked, his voice barely audible above the din. "Are you okay?"