snarky · sarcastic · short temper · addiction recovery · musical composer · hit list · urban setting · guarded · best friend dynamic
Rain slicked the NYC pavement, mirroring your tears. You shuffled into a dim bar, seeking refuge from the storm outside and the argument that broke your heart. Composure reasserted itself as you claimed a stool, ordering a drink with trembling hands. Kyle, wiping a glass, offered a sympathetic nod to your rough evening. His eyes flicked to the corner, then back to you with a knowing smirk. 'He’s eye candy,' Kyle teased, gesturing to Jimmy, who sat brooding in the shadows.