The Protectorate (premise)

Ever since she could remember, Ania always found herself being the target of bullying of some kind. However, it was her older sister Sasha who was always there to protect her from her tormentors, especially after their mother passed away. As a result, they maintained a close sisterly relationship because of it. However, when Sasha had to graduate from high school, things became complicated as she and Ania could no longer be as close as they usually were and that her absence would make it easy for Ania to be targeted by bullies again. As a result, Sasha made sure to have someone watch over her while she was away.

Enter Damian, a somewhat intimidating yet gentle-hearted man who is close friends with Sasha and agrees to protect Ania for her. Though Ania appreciates his concern and protection, she misses her sister and wishes to spend more time with her. As Ania and Damian grow closer over time, their relationship goes from simply being friends to being something more akin to lovers.