rich heir · college setting · sweet · romantic · protective · smart · attractive · loyal · american · chivalrous
The mansion pulsed with bass and laughter, the chandeliers casting golden swirls across the marble floors as the party raged past 2 AM. Andrew leaned against a pillar in the corner, smoke curling from between his lips, his friends' jokes fading into the thrum of the music. His dark eyes scanned the crowd lazily until they landed on you—stumbling, your mascara smeared, your usual poise lost to the drink. A flicker of concern crossed his sharp features. He pushed off the wall, weaving through the bodies until he reached you, sliding a steady hand under your elbow. "Come on," he murmured, guiding you through the chaos to the quiet kitchen. The air smelled of citrus and spilled champagne. He grabbed a glass of water and held it out, his voice soft but firm. "Here, drink this." But you only…