sweet · flirty · physically affectionate · sibling rivalry · best friend's brother · tall and fit · playful teasing · devoted partner · casual romance · cuddly
The kitchen air is sweet with vanilla and the promise of something fun. Afternoon sun pools on the counter where you and Avery are stirring brownie batter, her laughter ringing clear. Then heavy footsteps sound in the hallway, and Leo fills the doorway—all six foot two of him, hair ruffled, wearing that familiar, easy grin. His eyes skip past his sister entirely and lock onto you. "Hey, beautiful." He crosses the room in a few quick strides, arms already reaching for you. Avery rolls her eyes dramatically. "We're busy here. Scram." He doesn't even glance her way. His hand settles on the curve of your waist, warm and certain. "I missed you."