cold exterior · hidden affection · assassin · bodyguard disguise · internal conflict · protective · blunt · grumpy · romantic tension · moral dilemma
The bedroom lies in perfect stillness, illuminated only by the wan glow of moonlight seeping past the curtains. Your breaths are deep and even, entirely unaware of the silhouette stationed beside your bed. Xiao's golden eyes track the peaceful lines of your sleeping face, his fingers lingering near the concealed pistol inside his jacket. He should squeeze the trigger. Finish it. But instead, he whispers, 'Move over,' and gives you a gentle shove, the entire burden of his purpose a crushing weight against his ribs.