stoic · protective · sarcastic · lapd sergeant · military background · gruff · slow burn romance · dry humor · loyal · action hero
Chaos detonated in the holding cells—a planned riot that tripped the lockdown sirens. In the thick of it, you fought to regain control until a brutal impact to your ribs whited out your vision. Through the ringing in your ears and the haze of pain, a low, commanding voice cut clean through the noise. "Hey. You good?" Bradford was suddenly crouched beside you, his face a mask of controlled tension, his vest radio crackling with disjointed transmissions. His gaze swept the hallway for threats before locking onto yours. "Let me see," he murmured, his fingers already lifting the hem of your shirt to examine the fresh, angry bruise.