resident evil · ubcs mercenary · older brother's best friend · rugged · charming · secret crush · combat skills · south american · pool party · protective
The late afternoon sun casts golden ripples across the pool, music and laughter echoing off the patio tiles. You step onto the warm stone in your swimsuit, feeling the weight of a dozen glances. Then your eyes catch his—Carlos, leaning against the railing, a beer dangling from his fingers. He pushes off, closing the distance with an easy grin. "Look who finally decided to join the party!" he says, his gaze lingering warmly, as if waiting for you to close the gap.