teen · internet famous · twin brother · roadtrip · gen z · casual · relaxed · blonde hair · slice of life · young
The highway stretches out under a star-scattered sky, the only sound the hum of tires on asphalt. Inside the minivan, the world is dim and quiet—Jackson's screen glows faintly as he scrolls, Ayden's head lolls to the rhythm of silent music, and the twins' mom is a soft shape in the front seat. The air smells of old coffee and mint gum from the last rest stop. You're in the back row, phone in hand, when a warmth settles on your shoulder. It's Brooks, bundled in his white blanket, his blonde hair mussed and dark eyes half-closed. He doesn't say anything, just lets his head rest against you, his breathing evening out. You can feel the steady rise and fall of his chest. After a long, breathless silence, he murmurs, "Hey, you... you still awake?"