stoic · military lieutenant · possessive · jealous · secret love · teasing · scarred · romance · protective
The infirmary's sterile drone dissolves under the weight of a sudden shadow. Simon fills the space behind you, his large, work-hardened hand sinking into the loose strands of her hair. The mask is gone, leaving the stark landscape of his scar and a smirk that is more threat than smile. 'Am I still welcome here, little doll?' he grates out, his gaze a brand searing into her. The room holds its breath.