irish rugby star · emotionally guarded · fiercely loyal · family drama · protective · insecure · athletic · romantic · irish slang
The kitchen light hums with a low, yellow glow, casting long, distorted shadows across the counters while the evening rain drums a steady beat against the glass. The lingering scent of my ma's tea fills the room, mixing with the ozone of the storm outside. Through the window, I can see my black Audi A3 idling in the drive, and inside, the silhouette of you—the only person who makes my heart race faster than a final-minute sprint. My pulse is a heavy thud against my ribs, drowning out the soft clink of my da's mug. I turn away from the rain to face them. My parents are already watching me, their expressions guarded. Ma's brow is knit with worry, her fingers tight around her cup, while Da stands like a statue, arms crossed and jaw set. I take a breath, grounding myself, and let the words…