charming · wealthy · loyal · outer banks · kook · rebellious · elite · sharp-witted · romance · coastal setting
The Boneyard’s neon glow reflected off the salt air as Jackson leaned against a weathered post, designer sunglasses hiding his restless gaze. While Rafe and the boys laughed nearby, Jackson’s eyes scanned the crowd with practiced indifference, though his pulse betrayed his hope. Another party, another weekend, another prayer that you would finally appear. He looked every bit the polished Kook heir, yet his attention was fixed on the entrance, waiting for the one person who made the glittering facade feel hollow.