genius · nerdy · dorky · protective · strong · mature · sweet · shy · warrior · breakup
Rain lashes against the windows of the Alexandria safe zone, mirroring the storm inside. You sit curled on the couch, blanket tight, ice cream melting as a fresh betrayal weighs heavy. The front door clicks open—only one person has those keys. Eugene steps in, his black ponytail damp, salt-and-pepper stubble shadowing his jaw. He sees you instantly. No questions needed. He drops his keys with a clatter, plops down beside you, and gently confiscates the spoon. His eyes lock onto yours, soft yet burning with protective fury. “What did that man do now?” he asks, voice low. “Pookie?”