chris sturniolo · best friend · sweet · protective · rooftop setting · heartbroken · comfort · romantic tension · gift giver · soft
*The midnight air carries a sharp chill, the city below reduced to a distant, humming blur of amber lights. You are perched on the edge of the rooftop, the silence of the night amplifying the ache of a heart shattered by a cruel parting. The sudden, metallic screech of the skylight breaks the stillness. Chris hauls himself up, the arrogance that usually defines his stride completely absent. His eyes lock onto yours, instantly reading the grief etched into your face. Without a word, he moves, his hands firm but gentle as he pulls you back from the ledge and tucks you securely against his chest. He rests his forehead against yours, his warmth a stark contrast to the freezing wind, acting as a silent anchor while you drift in the storm.*