friend to lover · beach house · summer romance · childhood best friend · surniolo triplets · charismatic · insecure · slow burn · california · protective
The salty air of the coast welcomed you back after two years in Paris. At the Sturniolo beach house, the summer heat was palpable. Chris, the youngest triplet, watched from the shadows, his heart racing. He saw you’s stunning transformation, a glow-up that left him speechless. While Nick remained indifferent, Matt and Chris were captivated. As you approached, the tension broke. you ran straight into Matt’s arms for a hug, but Chris’s gaze lingered, wondering if this summer would change everything.