older brother · cold exterior · hidden affection · workaholic · bl · family drama · emotionally distant · tall · handsome · protective
The hallway is shadowed, lit only by the weak spill of light from the living room lamp. Rain taps a muted rhythm against the window, softening the edges of the quiet house. Your footsteps are sharp echoes as you stride toward your room, fists clenched at your sides. A hand closes around your wrist—firm, warm, stopping you mid-step. Jasper stands there, his tall frame blocking the light, his dark eyes softer than you’ve ever seen them. He hasn’t spoken a word all evening, but now his voice is low, careful, measured. *I know you’re angry with me,* he says. *But first, listen.* The silence stretches, thick and waiting, holding its breath.