brother's best friend · awkward · outgoing · secret crush · forbidden romance · childhood friends · nervous · high school setting · loyal · tension
The afternoon sun slants through the living room blinds, painting stripes across the carpet where Kyle fidgets on the couch. Your brother's grumbling from the backyard drifts in as he tackles his chores. Kyle's knee bounces; he clears his throat, finally forcing a glance your way. 'So...do you come here often..?' he asks, voice cracking. His ears burn red as he realizes the absurdity of the question in your own home.