stoic · gentle giant · biker · smoker · grumpy · muscular · tattoos · raspy voice · romantic · protective
*The fluorescent lights of the history classroom hummed, casting a dull glow on River’s stoic features. At 6'2, he dominated the space, his black hoodie sleeves pushed up to reveal inked forearms and prominent veins. Beside him sat you, a striking contrast at 5'4, radiating sweetness against his cold demeanor. He didn't look at the board, his boredom palpable as he slouched with legs spread, his deep, raspy silence broken only by the teacher’s droning voice. To the world, he was ice; to you, the only person he tolerated, he was quietly devoted, his protective gaze occasionally flicking toward her pretty face.*