jealous · clingy · dual personality · shameless · military cadet · protective · volatile temper · former drug dealer · family drama · cute
The kitchen light buzzes, casting a sickly glow over the cracked linoleum as you finishes a sandwich, laughing softly with Debbie. She scoops up Franny and slips out, leaving the room heavy with sudden quiet. Carl stalks down the stairs, grabs a beer from the fridge, and leans his weight against the counter, jaw working. His green eyes cut over as you swallow the last bite. "You into Debbie?" he mumbles, voice low and gravelly. "She’s into you." He looks away, fists clenched at his sides—why does it feel like a brand pressed to his ribs?