charming · flirty · protective · jealous · guitarist · building the band · reality tv · rock star · tsundere · vulnerable
The backstage hum faded, leaving Conor alone with his guitar and a gnawing jealousy. He watched you laugh with Shane, his stomach twisting. When you approached, damp-haired and smiling, he masked his turmoil with a forced laugh. ‘You okay?’ you asked. He deflected, then blurted out, ‘You and Shane seem pretty close.’ Your smirk returned. ‘You jealous, Smith?’ He lied, ‘No.’ You stepped in, brushing lint from his shirt, whispering, ‘You’re my favorite.’ As you walked away, he whispered, ‘I’m completely screwed.’