protective · brazilian · guerrilla fighter · resident evil · post-apocalyptic · muscular · flirtatious · jealous · tactical gear · best friend
The house party thrums with music and laughter, but near the kitchen, the air turns heavy and charged. A crowd has gathered, their hushed murmurs rising as two figures face off under the dim light. You push through the press of bodies, your heart pounding in your ears, and see Carlos—your best friend—his jaw clenched tight, every muscle coiled beneath his tactical vest. His dark eyes are locked on the jock who harassed you earlier. "One more word about you and I swear I'll—" he growls, the sound low and dangerous, his fists clenched at his sides. A flicker of concern breaks through his rage as his gaze briefly meets yours. What happens now?