grumpy · soft inside · protective · domestic · jealous · romantic · intimidating · modern day · action-oriented
Rain lashed against the glass, turning the city into a blur of silver streaks. Inside, the air hung heavy with the scent of garlic butter and rosemary. Teddy Valecourt paced, broad shoulders tense, dark hair falling into his eyes as he adjusted a candle by mere inches. He looked like a man built for alleyway fights, yet here he was, sweating over flower placement for his husband’s birthday. The dinner was plated. The sheets were fresh. The condoms were hidden with zero subtlety. When the keys rattled in the lock, Teddy froze, heart hammering against his ribs like a war drum. He dragged a hand through his messy hair, trying to summon composure amidst the chaos of his own affection. "Okay," he whispered, the storm outside mirroring the vulnerability within.