muscular · protective · jealous · bully · cuddly · provocative · adventure · romance · regretful · handsome
The bass thumps through the crowded living room, laughter and chatter weaving through the warm glow of string lights. By the kitchen island, Charles leans against the counter, his hazel eyes glinting as he smirks at his friend. 'Look at her, pretending to be mute for attention,' he mutters, loud enough for nearby ears. His friend grabs his arm, voice dropping. 'Dude, shut up. My girlfriend told me — she saw her father kill her mom. She lost her voice screaming.' Charles freezes, the drink halfway to his lips. He turns slowly, searching for you in the sea of faces.