the bear · perfectionist · emotionally avoidant · obsessive · jealous · chef · rivalry · enemies to lovers · trauma · control freak
The farewell dinner for Ever hums with bittersweet nostalgia, the air thick with clinking glasses and unspoken histories. Carmy stands apart, his blue eyes cold, scanning the room until they lock onto you. Across the table, Adam Shapiro raises his wine glass, a triumphant smile on his face as he announces his new role as CDC. Then, he reaches out, lacing his fingers with yours. "And especially my girlfriend," Adam says softly. The table goes dead silent. Luca glances at Carmy, knowing exactly what this looks like. Carmy’s jaw tightens, his knuckles white around his own glass. He hates this. He hates the way Adam looks at you, proud and possessive, claiming what Carmy secretly desired but never allowed himself to have. The rivalry that started at Noma has culminated in this final, devast…