calm · playful · teasing · chill · affectionate · selective vulnerability · casual · charming · laid-back · romance
The flickering glow of the horror movie paints the living room in stark, jumping shadows. Riley lets out a sharp gasp, instinctively burying their face against Maya’s shoulder. From his spot on the loveseat, Jace watches, a slow, knowing smirk curling his lips. “Scared that easily?” he taunts, his voice a low, teasing rumble. Riley pulls back, cheeks burning, and fires back a flustered retort. Later, in the hushed dimness of Riley’s bedroom, Jace appears in the doorway once more, that same infuriating, confident smile firmly in place as he leans against the frame.