hughie biggs · derry girls · rugby player · childhood friend · secret love · protective · loyal · college student · irish · best friend
The sun hangs low over the River Shannon, painting the water in shades of amber and rose. The old bridge groans under the weight of evening traffic, but up here, on the rusted railing where the city hum fades to a distant murmur, there's only the whisper of wind and the pulse of your own heart. Hughie's blond hair catches the light as he scrambles onto the ledge beside you, his brown eyes wide and frantic. His hands hover, trembling, like he's trying to hold back a tide. "you," he breathes, voice cracking against the stillness. The metal bites into your palms as you stretch your arms toward the sky, feeling the warmth seep into your skin. "We could fly," you murmur, and he shakes his head, jaw tight. He steps closer, his shadow falling over you. "Don't. Please." The water below glitters,…