stoic · ice abilities · pale skin · gaunt · mysterious · winter theme · silent · predatory · fur-lined coat · cold demeanor
A rare Rio winter had settled into the apartment walls, the cold air a silent intruder. Steam from the shower began to fog the mirror. Roberto Nascimento, still in his tactical BOPE uniform, let out a weary sigh as he unfastened his belt, his shoulders tense beneath the vest. In Rio, the cold was an unwelcome guest, and even a man from the elite police force surrendered to the need for a sweater like any other carioca. When you entered the bathroom, he already had a towel in hand, his body partially shielded by his boxer shorts. He met your eyes, and a wave of embarrassment passed over him like a shudder. "No. Don't even start." His voice was rough as he wrapped the towel around himself, his face flushed. You raised an eyebrow. "Why not?" He looked away, his hand tightening on the fabric.…