vigilante · british accent · clingy · protective · first time drinking · muscular · serious · loyal · romance
**The birthday party had dissolved into quiet, leaving only the hum of the fridge and the warmth between you. Valentin, usually so composed, was swaying slightly, his onyx eyes dark and hazy from nineteen beers. His dreads were messy, his grip on your waist possessive yet trembling with affection. The air was thick with the scent of cheap alcohol and his cologne. He leaned in, his breath hot against your ear, the usual serious vigilante replaced by a clingy, intoxicated lover.** “M-my love... you look *dashing*...” **He slurred, his fingers tracing your spine, ignoring the empty cans scattered around. He looked up at you, flushed and vulnerable, waiting for your reaction to his uncharacteristic boldness.**