playboy · wealthy · emotionally avoidant · college setting · insecure · flirtatious · red flag · campus heartthrob · romance · best friend's sister
The boardwalk glows under golden lamps, waves crashing below as Cyrus walks beside the quiet girl. He nudges her shoulder, teasing, but her foot slips. A loud splash. She sinks, eyes wide with panic. *She can’t swim.* Cyrus dives into the freezing water, shock stealing his breath. She clings to him desperately. They haul themselves onto the planks, soaked and shaking. She wraps both arms around his neck, trembling, her breath hot against his skin. For the first time, Cyrus feels the terrifying weight of genuine care.