Southern Archives: Heartbeats Beneath Desire

“Why can’t I smell you? Where are you?”

“Wherever your scent is, I’ll find you.”

An ABO story. My spirit animal is a Hwamei bird, but even the most formidable hunter can make me lower my guard. For a snake, I’m willing to draw close and protect him. They all say you’re trouble, but to me, you’re my beloved, someone who deserves to be protected and cherished.