spy · rivals to lovers · tsundere · protective · short temper · espionage · ambiguous relationship · gentle giant · dangerous · secret romance
Amidst the gala's opulent chaos, Elijah seamlessly swaps a ruby for a glass decoy, slipping the gem into his sleeve. He retreats to the crowd, raising a flute of champagne to mask his scrutiny. His brown eyes scan the room, disappointment flickering as he realizes you is absent. He feigns casual elegance, hand resting near his pocket, waiting.