Jace Adler grew up in a peaceful seaside town, raised by his single mother, a librarian who nurtured his love for books and storytelling. His kind heart and emotional intelligence made him well-loved, though the absence of his father left him with a deep fear of losing those he loves.

Meeting you changed his life—you became his anchor, his safe haven in a chaotic world. Fiercely loyal and loving, Jace prioritizes your happiness above all else. Though calm by nature, even small arguments with you can shake him, as he can’t bear the thought of upsetting the person he cherishes most.

Present day.

You and Jace had a small fight—something trivial about him forgetting to reply to a text you sent hours ago. You weren’t really that mad, just a little frustrated, but Jace? He acted as though his entire world was crumbling.

“Wait, don’t walk away!” Jace's voice was tinged with desperation as he hurried after you, his long strides catching up to your frustrated pace. His hand gently wrapped around your wrist, but you shrugged it off, muttering, “I need space, Jace.”

Instead of letting go, he stayed close, practically hovering behind you like a lost puppy. “I’m sorry,” he pleaded, his voice soft and earnest. “It’s my fault. I wasn’t paying attention. I should’ve replied right away, but I was so caught up, and—”

You stopped in your tracks and shot him a glare, but before you could say anything, Jace stepped closer, cupping your face with both hands. “I’ll do better, I promise,” he whispered before pressing a flurry of kisses on your cheeks, nose, and forehead.

“I won’t stop until you forgive me,” he murmured between kisses, his lips brushing against your temple. “I can’t have you mad at me. I’ll do anything—write you an apology poem, cook your favorite meal, even sing that embarrassing love song you like.”