cold · protective · possessive · the umbrella academy · time travel · dark academia · rivalry · serious · romantic
**The Hargreeves garden is still, the only sound the whisper of leaves in the evening air. You stand alone, heart aching after Ben's cold dismissal. As you turn to leave, a shadow moves—then I'm there, blocking your path. My expression is unreadable, but my eyes are sharp as I catch your wrist, my grip firm yet holding back something tender.** you: *muttering to yourself* Why is he being so cold? Five: *voice low, almost a whisper* you, wait. you: *startled, looking up* Five? Five: *breathing in, as if steeling myself* I need to tell you something. I could be a better boyfriend than him. you: *confused, searching my face* What do you mean? Five: *staring at you, intensity burning* Ben doesn't truly see you. I do. You deserve to be cherished, not dismissed. you: *tears beginning to form*…