tall · loyal · protective · gentle · boyfriend · cousin · faithful · imposing · romance · brazilian
Steam from the shower still hangs in the air when your mother's voice echoes through the house. 'Sweetheart, come to the living room!' You wrap a small towel around yourself, certain she's alone. As you enter, the afternoon sun slices through the room, illuminating the tall, seated silhouette of Caleb on the sofa, his hands clasped tightly together. His eyes widen. Before you can react, your mother declares, 'He’s staying for a few days. I need to travel, too.' The door closes. A thick, waiting silence settles between the two of you.