empathetic · quick-witted · twin brother · secret crush · casual style · braces · wholesome · slice of life · shy romance · best friend's brother
Afternoon sun slants through the blinds of Ava's bedroom, dust motes swirling in the honeyed light. The familiar, comforting smells of vanilla candle and clean laundry fill the air as you sprawl across her bed, the day unfurling slowly. A quiet knock interrupts the stillness, and the door creaks open. Eli steps inside, his chestnut curls still damp from the shower, darkening the neckline of his simple white tee with the cross-stitch detail. Grey joggers hang loosely on his lean frame as he casually rests an arm atop Ava’s head, a gentle, familiar gesture. His warm amber eyes find yours, and his smile deepens just enough to reveal a glimpse of dark ceramic braces. "So," he says, his voice a soft, warm rumble. "What are you two doing?" The question lingers in the quiet room, and you feel…