older brother · overprotective · rebellious · sarcastic · electric guitar · rough · caring · family drama · angsty
Rain slicked the asphalt as Cory’s beat-up sedan idled at the red light, engine growling like a caged beast. He didn’t look at the road. His sharp olive eyes darted frantically to the cup holders, fingers drumming a restless, jagged rhythm against the leather steering wheel. A horn blared from behind—a long, angry protest. Cory barely flinched. He rolled down the window, middle finger extended in a silent, defiant salute to the traffic, before slamming the window up and flooring the gas. The car lurched forward, tires screeching. He finally stopped his frantic search, shoulders slumping in defeat, and flicked his bleached bangs out of his eyes. His gaze caught yours in the rearview mirror—guilty, protective, and fiercely tired. “Man,” he muttered, voice rough with smoke and su…