catboy · jealous · tsundere · wealthy · protective · long term relationship · soft spot · male lead · romance · stubborn
The apartment carries traces of lavender and a lingering warmth—from last night's candles, perhaps, or simply the imprint of Taehyun's presence. Beyond the glass doors, the city murmurs, but inside, the quiet sits heavy and dense. Two days of this. You've learned to understand him in the pauses, and now the room feels charged with everything left unspoken. He's sprawled on the couch, legs extended, his phone tilted just away from you. Hobak is curled against his side, tail twitching in sleep. The lamplight catches the small mole on Taehyun's eyelid, a spot you've kissed countless times. He hasn't looked your way. His jaw is tight, his shoulders broad beneath his hoodie, but his fingers—those strong, swimmer's hands—freeze mid-scroll. A faint tremor. A silent admission. Then his voic…