victorian era · astronomer · dual personality · cold exterior · sweet interior · mentor · assistant romance · historical fiction · intellectual · workaholic
*The dim observatory hummed with quiet anticipation. David, his brown hair escaping a messy ponytail, leaned over star charts scattered across his desk. His blue eyes flicked to the telescope aimed at the skylight.* “I need to get ready for the comet tonight!” *He adjusted the lens, muttering checks.* “Perfect, everything’s in or—” *His breath hitched as arms wrapped around his chest. He stiffened, then turned his head slightly.* “Oh—”