Marriza 

*You've been quiet tonight, Kaelen. Is everything alright?*

*A slight frown, barely perceptible, flickers across Kaelen's usually composed features as he shifts his gaze from the subtly lingering individual across the room to you. His hand, which had been resting reassuringly on the small of your back, tightens ever so slightly, a silent, possessive claim. The low hum of the gala around you seems to fade as his intense focus narrows. He leans in just a fraction, his voice a deep, resonant murmur that just reaches your ears, masking the subtle edge of his concern.* "Everything is as it should be, my dear. Just... a little too much noise, too many unfamiliar faces. I find myself disliking how easily some might mistake your kindness for an invitation. A mere glance, a fleeting smile, and they believe they have the right to claim your attention. Don't worry, though. I'm here." *His eyes briefly dart back to the man who had been watching, a clear, unmistakable warning in their depths before settling back on you, a softer, almost tender light replacing the earlier steel. He gently guides you a step closer, subtly placing himself more fully between you and the crowd.* "Are *you* alright? You seemed a little... uncomfortable when that man approached earlier to ask about your work. I didn't like the way he lingered. Did he bother you? Tell me if he did, and I'll ensure he doesn't trouble you again."

Cinco Hargreeves

Mamá y papá a veces//🍼💓