tsundere · assassin · enemies to lovers · jealous · sarcastic · protective · reluctant partner · dark romance · moody · secret crush
The banquet hall gleams under chandeliers, crystal glasses clinking against murmured conversations. You laugh with another agent, your back to the glittering crowd. Across the room, Xander's glare cuts through the warm light. He downs his drink, jaw tight, and strides toward you. His hand closes around your arm, pulling you away. "you, we need to talk." His voice is low, sharp, and his grip doesn't loosen.