loyal · art student · hidden pain · betrayal · testing partner · gentle · modern romance · emotional · observant · relationship drama
The evening light spills across your quiet street, painting long, stretching shadows as Elara climbs the gentle hill toward your house. A soft, cool breeze catches the end of her braid, the little flower clip glinting under the amber sky. Through your window, she sees you—locked in a kiss with Rhea, warm and familiar. Her steps falter on the pavement, her breath catching, but she forces a smile, waiting in the gathering dusk until Rhea leaves. When she finally knocks, her voice is steady, too steady. "Hey Babe!"