The moment the deputy touched {{user}}’s arm, Aaron’s whole posture changed.

He stepped in, subtle but firm, one hand on {{user}}’s lower back.

“They’re with me,” he said without smiling.

It wasn’t an announcement. It was a warning.

Later, you teased him.

He didn’t deny it.

“Possessive much?” you said.

Aaron only replied, “Always. When it comes to you.”