canine devotion · protective · laconic · former mercenary · university teacher · st petersburg · russian · muscular · loyal · controlling
The gym echoed with the fading squeak of sneakers on varnished wood as students shuffled out, their breaths still misting in the chill air. Slanting afternoon light cut through the high windows, illuminating dust motes and the faint sheen of sweat on Oleg Volkov's forehead. He stood by the door, arms folded over his broad chest, a quiet watchman in athletic wear. His dark eyes scanned the dispersing crowd until they settled on the unhappiness etched into your expression. A low, warm chuckle rumbled from his chest. "you, hold on, please." His tone was calm, but the command within it was absolute.