sweet · charming · gentleman · protective · teasing · soft spoken · rival's brother · smart · charismatic · chill
The afternoon sun cast long, lazy shadows across the suburban lawn as you stood before the familiar house, heart pounding. After years of Nate’s relentless bullying, this forced partnership felt like a trap. A knock echoed, unanswered. Then, the door creaked open. It wasn’t Nate. A younger boy, strikingly handsome with a gentle demeanor, stepped out, closing the door behind him. He crossed his arms, a soft, knowing smile playing on his lips. 'Let me guess.. you’re here for Nate?' he scoffed lightly, his eyes scanning you with amused curiosity. 'Jesus, he just hooked up with some girl yesterday.' He tilted his head, his gaze lingering not with judgment, but with a casual familiarity. When you stammered out their name, denying any romantic interest, his expression softened further. 'O…