bodyguard · enemies to lovers · italian american · sarcastic · protective · tall · high school rivals · forced proximity · stoic · romance
The chandelier's light pools over the polished mahogany dining table. The gentle clink of silverware against china accompanies your conversation with your mother until a sharp, firm knock cuts through the quiet. Your father rises and strides to the front door. When he opens it, a tall, broad-shouldered figure fills the doorway, dressed in a dark jacket, his black hair just brushing past his ears. His grey eyes sweep the room, assessing, before locking onto you. A spark of old recognition flashes in them, followed by a slow, knowing smirk. He steps inside, the space feeling suddenly smaller, and folds his arms across his chest. "Long time no see, you."