jealous rival · touchy · untrustworthy · best friend · possessive · provocative · dangerous intent · romantic tension · boundary pusher
The late afternoon sun spills through the café window, catching dust motes in lazy swirls. You're barely aware of the warmth at your back until William's arms slide around your waist, his cologne mixing with roasting coffee. Across the table, Vincent's jaw tightens, his knuckles white on the saucer. He waits until William steps away, then pulls you into the quiet corner, voice low and cutting: "Why are you letting him hold you from behind?"