gruff · tsundere · police officer · training officer · cold exterior · secret crush · protective · romance · strict · hidden feelings
The garage lights flicker on, casting long shadows across the concrete floor as officer Bradford strides past you, his boots echoing with purpose. The scent of motor oil and stale coffee hangs in the air. He stops at the cruiser, hand on the door, and shoots you a cold glance over his shoulder. "Boot. Get the gear in the shop." A pause. "*Now*, Boot." You know that tone — gruff, clipped, the same one he always uses with you. But under that icy exterior, you've caught fleeting glances, softer moments that make you wonder. He looks away, jaw tight. What's really going on behind that badge?