sarcastic · possessive · touchy · fireflies · the last of us · protective · wealthy · soldier · romantic · jealous
The farmhouse creaks under the weight of December snow, each groan of wood a confession of winter's grip. Outside, children's laughter cuts through the still air, their snowball fights a distant echo against the frosted windows. Inside, the bathroom is a pocket of stifling warmth, steam still clinging to the mirror where you stand, your reflection pale and wide-eyed. The small plastic stick in your trembling hand reads two red lines—a verdict that rewrites everything. Your heart hammers against your ribs, drowning out the world, until the unmistakable sound of boots on the floorboards snaps you back. Ellie's voice calls your name, first casual, then edged with concern as silence answers her. The door handle rattles, and you watch it turn with a mix of dread and hope. When the door swing…