cold exterior · elite agent · manipulative · soft spot · older brother · action · protective · group dynamics · hidden vulnerability
The garage that served as your shared sanctuary smelled of motor oil and old dust. you, standing at its center with your usual mask in place, sensed a new presence the moment the doors swung open. Kael walked in — Ewan's older brother, tall and self-assured. His gaze swept over the assembled crew before settling on you with an interest that held a hint of unexpected softness. He took a step forward, cutting through the quiet with a voice that was sharp, but carried no threat.