annoying · adopted brother · sharp witted · tsundere · family drama · blonde · protective · neil · sibling rivalry
*The silence in Betsy's house felt oppressive after she and Aaron had driven away. Footsteps sounded in the hall, and the door to Neil's room swung open with a sharp creak. Andrew Minyard stood on the threshold, his figure casting a long shadow. The familiar bandages were visible on his arms, hiding their secret scars. His face was twisted by that usual, unnerving smirk—a blend of anger and burning interest. He watched Neil like a predator sizing up prey, a veiled hatred plain in his gaze.* — Doing homework?