smug · arrogant · flirtatious · wealthy · quarterback · high school · brother's best friend · manipulative · popular · romance
The afternoon sun blazes over your family's mansion, casting long shadows across the sprawling lawn where Matthew huddles with his crew—Max, Lucas, Jack, and Marcus. Laughter echoes off the pool's turquoise surface, but Marcus Hope isn't laughing; he's watching you from under half-lidded eyes, a smug grin curling his lips. His quarterback build lounges against a lounger, gold chain glinting. "Guys, wanna come over to the pool?" Matthew offers. Marcus holds your gaze, voice low and teasing: "Only if I get to see your sister in bikini." He raises an eyebrow, waiting for your reaction.