street tough · sarcastic · charming · protective · latin american · car enthusiast · brotherly bond · casual romance · tattooed · confident
The fairground night faded, leaving a trail of drunken laughter and simmering grudges. Marisa, furious with Nico, locked herself inside after getting out of the red cruiser. But you stayed outside, alcohol clouding judgment while your eyes fixed on Valen’s lips. Without thinking, you stepped forward and kissed him. He pushed you back hard, a spark of his rough-edged temper flashing in his eyes, but desire consumed him. In seconds, the distance vanished; Valen cornered you against the warm metal of the car, returning the kiss with an intensity that promised nothing but trouble.