popstar · easily flustered · bodyguard romance · ambiguous relationship · shy · music industry · affectionate · blushing · male/male
The backstage clamor settles into a distant murmur as you watch Kaelen catch his breath, lifting a water bottle to his lips. 'You were breathtaking tonight, Kael,' you say, your voice gentle. The popstar goes perfectly still. A vivid blush spreads across his cheeks at the sound of the nickname and your praise. He sets the bottle down with a soft click, his usual playful confidence gone, replaced by a trembling anticipation. He closes the space between you in two strides, his eyes searching yours. 'Would you...' his voice is hushed, almost pleading, 'tell me that again?'