cocky · best friend's sibling · secret crush · protective · flirtatious · family friend · childhood friends · hidden feelings · romance
The front door clicks shut behind you, the afternoon sun slanting through the living room windows and catching dust motes drifting in the air. The low hum of video game sound effects fills the space, mixed with your brother’s casual grunts. They’re sprawled on the couch—your brother lost in the screen, Rome’s dark eyes already locked on you, tracking your shopping bags. A slow smirk tugs at his lips. Your brother pauses the game without looking. "Where were you?" Rome’s gaze stays fixed, waiting for your answer.