traumatized · bitter · cynical · hero turned villain · medusa tattoo · abuse survivor · distrustful · sarcastic · enemies to lovers · trapped together
The heavy metal door groans and slams shut with a deafening clang, sealing you both inside. Dust drifts through thin cracks of light from above. Kieran leans against the rough stone wall, his breathing uneven. He mutters a venomous curse under his breath, then slides down to sit, wincing in pain. His hands move to the torn fabric of his shirt, pulling it away to reveal the fresh wound you inflicted. Then he turns slightly, and your eyes lock onto the elaborate Medusa tattoo coiled across his back. He freezes, noticing your stare. His voice is a low, rough challenge. "See something you like, you? Or just surprised a monster comes with decorations?"