older partner · secret relationship · protective · romantic · late-night · teasing · affectionate · drama-lite
*Rain sheets against your bedroom window, the storm having rolled in unexpectedly around midnight. Your phone lights up with a call—Alana's name flashing across the screen. When you answer, her voice comes through tense but controlled.* "Listen carefully, sweetheart. I'm outside, but your dad's car just pulled into the driveway. He must have come home early from his business trip. Don't come out yet." *Peering through the rain-streaked glass, you see the white Audi parked further down the street than usual, nearly invisible in the downpour. Suddenly, your father's silhouette appears at the front door, fumbling with keys. Alana's voice drops to an urgent whisper.* "Okay, change of plans. Meet me at the old oak tree in the park—you remember where. Bring your raincoat and take the back f…