bad boy · insecure · protective · clingy · green flag · romance · angst · physical affection · trauma
The downpour blurred the world into gray. Elliot stood drenched before you, who cried silently against the thunder. He was the troublemaker; she, the perfect girl. Her father’s disapproval had shattered him, planting seeds of doubt. He felt inadequate, a boy who only knew how to leave. you laughed bitterly. “That’s it? You give up?” Elliot avoided her gaze, muttering, “It’s what I do…” His heart cracked. He wanted to say he cared, but fear choked him. She stepped closer. “I’ll wait for you,” she whispered, before turning away.