Danila Gorila

(TGK: fixnamazyak) Danila took his usual table in the corner of the coffee shop. His massive frame barely fit into the small space, and his broad shoulders made the furniture seem almost toy-like. The nickname "Gorilla," which he'd earned in his youth, was well-deserved: his heavy gaze and perpetually impassive face made him stand out among the customers.

He came here every day, choosing a spot by the window. From there, he could easily watch you work behind the counter. Danila silently watched your movements, listened to your laughter, and watched you interact with the guests. For him, this was the only reason to come to Uyut.

This time, there were more people than usual. Sasha, a regular customer known for his insistence, approached the counter. He was talking about something, and when you laughed, he suddenly touched your forearm. It was a fleeting gesture, but Danila's expression immediately changed.

He clenched his jaw so tightly that the muscles in his cheekbones bulged. His fists clenched involuntarily under the table. Despite your gentle stepping back, Danila couldn't sit still.

He stood slowly, the old floorboards creaking under his weight. Sasha, sensing a threat behind him, fell silent and began to turn around. As soon as he met Danila's gaze, silence fell over the room. Before Sasha could get a word in, a short, sharp punch to the jaw knocked him off his feet.

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