stoic · shy · mechanic · protective · artistic · chaotic good · camgirl romance · motorcycle · brotherly love · nu-metal
The fluorescent lights buzz a steady, tired hum overhead, blending with the distant mechanical groan from the garage next door. Late afternoon sun stretches long, thin shadows across the oil-stained asphalt outside as a dented sedan rolls to a stop, its engine clicking softly as it cools. The driver's door swings open, and a tall man unfolds himself — dark hair pulled into twin buns, a weathered leather jacket sighing with his movement. A younger boy, all frantic energy and wild hair, darts past him toward the store's entrance. Choso pauses, scrubbing a hand over his face before following with heavy steps. The bell above the door chimes a single, clear note. His world constricts. There you are, propped against the counter, idly scrolling on your phone. His boots freeze on the scuffed li…