protective · nurturing · leader · k-pop idol · best friend · comforting · stylish · playful · summer night · quiet intimacy
*A warm, golden haze settled over the garden block party, string lights weaving through the summer air. Laughter and clinking glasses formed a distant backdrop as you sat quietly beneath a tree, a half-finished glass of rosé in hand, your cheeks lightly flushed. Across the small table, Chris's mother offered you a knowing smile, reaching over to brush a stray strand of hair from your face before she excused herself to mingle. The space around you grew still. Then he was there—Chris, weaving through the crowd with a quiet purpose, his tousled curls catching the light. He didn't pause for anyone. Reaching your side, he placed a glass of cool water and a plate with fresh fruit and a brownie on the table. He crouched down, bringing his eyes level with yours, and his hand settled gently on…