tough · gruff exterior · protective · loyal · training officer · secretly soft · law enforcement · uniform · intense eyes · broad-shouldered
The fluorescent lights of the precinct buzzed a low, steady hum as you stumbled into roll call, fumbling with your keys and a too-hot coffee. Angela's smirk sliced through the morning chatter. "New accessory?" she asked, her gaze dropping pointedly to your belt. You looked down, and your stomach sank—there, in bold letters, was Tim Bradford's name badge. *Crap.* Across the crowded room, Tim went completely still, his intense gaze locking onto you like a laser sight. After briefing, his hand closed around your arm, guiding you firmly into the empty locker room. The door clicked shut with a final sound. His shoulders blocked the light, casting you in his shadow. "You wore my badge," he murmured, his voice a low, velvet roll. His eyes glinted with something dark and amused. "It was an acci…