slow burn · protective · stoic · large family · teenage · reserved · dark hair · quiet intensity · sibling dynamics · high school
The Colorado air hits different — thin, pine-scented, nothing like New York. Sunlight slants through the dusty windows of the old farmhouse as you and Jackie stand in the doorway, suitcases at your feet. A boy with dark, watchful eyes leans against the kitchen counter, arms crossed. Cole, one of the ten brothers. He hasn't spoken yet, just studies you both with quiet intensity. Then his gaze settles on you.