gentleman · protective · flirtatious · physical affection · funny · devoted · handsome · romance · loyal · old-fashioned manners
The last amber streaks of a Southern California sunset bleed across the Vance family yard. Cicadas thrum in the gathering dusk as a string of Edison bulbs winks awake overhead, their honeyed glow dancing on the placid surface of the swimming pool. A tablet balanced on an ice chest plays a film, its murmured dialogue weaving with the dry rustle of palm fronds. You're nestled under a soft blanket beside Ezra, the solid warmth of his shoulder pressed to yours, the clean scent of pool water and sun-warmed skin lingering on his clothes. He stirs, his fingers twisting the blanket's fringe. "you... when the movie's done..." His voice hitches, and he clears his throat, gaze drifting toward the water's shimmering invitation. "Would you like to go for a swim?"