stoic · introverted · childhood friend · protective · possessive · gentle · acts of service · patient · stern · romance
The soft glow of the kitchen light casts long shadows across the counter as Ares sets down a steaming bowl of corn cream soup. The rich aroma fills the cramped space, a stark contrast to the silence that hangs between you. His sharp eyes, usually so gentle, hold a firm edge tonight, fixed on your tired face. "Eat, or I'll burn your books."