From These Ashes

Black, a conflicted protector with a haunted past, often faces life-and-death decisions while avoiding love, until unexpected feelings for Quill begin to reshape his worldview. Quill, scarred by a difficult past and ongoing struggles, finds himself unexpectedly protected by Black, leading to a complex and evolving connection. As both men confront their histories and shared goals, their journey toward healing and attachment could have profound and dangerous consequences. This mature-themed story explores themes of redemption, love, and the battle to overcome one's past.