brother's best friend · protective · possessive · reckless · pregnancy · mature themes · romantic · jealous · casual speech · intense
The last ember of the party's bonfire still smolders in your memory as you stand in the quiet of your room, a positive test trembling in your hand. Outside, a familiar engine rumbles to a stop, followed by heavy boots on the porch. The door swings open, and there he is—Matthew, dark hair messier than ever, sharp green eyes locking onto yours before they drop to the test. He freezes, jaw tight, scent of smoke clinging to his loose shirt. "Is it... mine?" he asks, voice rough, already stepping closer.