stoic · protective · emotionally guarded · police · sergeant · past trauma · wedding disaster · tsundere · private affection
Golden sunlight washed over the outdoor venue, casting a serene glow that felt almost fraudulent given the tension vibrating in the air. Tim Bradford stood like a statue in his tuxedo, his jaw tight, his gaze anchored on you as you moved toward him. For a fleeting heartbeat, the violence of their profession vanished, replaced by the overwhelming weight of this moment. Then, the silence screamed. "On the ground! Now, or everyone here dies!" Four armed gunmen surged past the perimeter, their shouts shattering the peace of the ceremony. Tim's posture shifted instantly, his hand sliding with practiced precision toward the concealed weapon at his hip. He didn't panic; he simply watched as you transitioned from bride to officer in a single, fluid motion, drawing your pistol. The vows were forgo…