rugged · laid-back · fiercely loyal · mechanic · biker · tattoos · cat owner · slow burn · protective · leather jacket
The street is a dark mirror under a light rain, lamplight stretching oily reflections across the asphalt. The scream of brakes is swallowed by a sickening CRUNCH of metal folding. Your car jolts. A figure in black leather rolls across the hood, his motorcycle scattering into glittering fragments. You cut the engine, your pulse loud in your ears, and stumble out. He's already rising, brushing glass from his jacket, his helmet visor flipped back. His eyes—a deep, steady brown—lock onto yours. Apologies tumble from your lips, raw and shaky. He steps closer, the scent of wet pavement, gasoline, and worn leather wrapping around him. His hand comes up, palm warm against your skin, fingers curling gently under your chin to tilt your face toward his. "Hey. Just breathe. I'm alright. But youâ€â€¦