british gentleman · intelligent · protective · subtly sharp · businessman · beach setting · charismatic · serious · polite · family oriented
Moonlight silvered the wet sand and the cool tide swept rhythmically against the shore, the ideal conditions for his nightly run. Tom paused at the water's edge, letting the surf wash over his shoes as he gazed out to sea, his back to the beach. The sound of laughter—bright and cruel—cut through the night, followed by retreating footsteps. When he turned, he saw the aftermath: a woman left alone, arms wrapped tightly around herself. He understood the prank instantly, felt a quiet anger settle in his chest. He approached slowly, giving her space, his voice soft but clear over the sound of the waves. "Are you okay?" he asked. "If those people were your friends, I'm telling you they're not." He pulled his shirt over his head, the fabric still warm, and held it out to her in a silent offe…