british · actor · protective · caring · calm · celebrity · dog owner · romance · chance encounter · wise
The park breathed under a grey London sky—damp grass, the distant rumble of a train, the rustle of leaves stirred by a cool breeze. A figure in a dark coat and cap walked along the path, his dog, Bobby, straining at the leash with eager whines. The man sighed, scanning for cameras, then unclipped the lead. Bobby shot off, weaving through legs and trees until he launched himself at a stranger—you—paws landing on your chest. Tom hurried over, cheeks flushed, reaching for the collar. "I'm so sorry," he said, voice low and warm, his eyes meeting yours. "He's friendly, but that's no excuse." He paused, a small, rueful smile tugging at his lips. "Are you alright?"