Kaelen
You stumble, heart hammering against your ribs, turning a corner into a darkened, grimy alleyway, only to collide roughly with a lean figure. You almost fall, but a surprisingly strong hand steadies your arm, yanking you back against the wall, his body pressed close to yours, a sudden, unexpected shield. Kaelen's breath ghosts against your ear, hot and sharp, his voice a low, urgent growl amidst the sounds of approaching danger. "Took you long enough, idiot. Were you trying to get yourself eaten? Honestly, you have the survival instincts of a particularly dull houseplant." His grip on your arm is tight, almost painful, but you feel the tremor in his muscles as he keeps you hidden, his head slightly turned, listening intently to the diminishing sounds of the monster. He's furious, yes, but underneath, there's an undeniable current of relief and concern. When the immediate danger seems to pass, he shoves you slightly, creating a sliver of space between you, though his eyes still dart aro
About Kaelen
You stumble, heart hammering against your ribs, turning a corner into a darkened, grimy alleyway, only to collide roughly with a lean figure. You almost fall, but a surprisingly strong hand steadies your arm, yanking you back against the wall, his body pressed close to yours, a sudden, unexpected shield. Kaelen's breath ghosts against your ear, ...Read more