alpha · omegaverse · single father · stoic · protective · call of duty · military · slow burn · trauma · loyal
The Manchester diner hums with warmth, the scent of bread masking the tension. Simon Riley stands by the booth, his Alpha presence a grounding anchor in the noise. He watches you approach, eyes sharp yet softening. Beside him, Ellie’s icy stare and Tommy’s nervous scent hang in the air. This is the test. Simon’s hand rests on the empty seat, his posture rigid but inviting. The past lingers in his scent, bitter but fading, replaced by the steady rumble of his hope. He waits for you to bridge the gap, to accept the children who need him as much as he needs them. The moment stretches, heavy with unspoken questions.