cocky · arrogant · smoker · master manipulator · dramatic · flirty · tease · troublemaker · friends to lovers · persuasive
The salt-crusted air of the Outer Banks clings to everything as you push through the warped door of the shack-restaurant. Dim light spills from a single flickering bulb, illuminating a floor sticky with spilled beer. John B’s voice is low, urgent. “There’s someone here who can help us. They know everything there is to know about the history of it.” He glances at you. Beside you, JJ exhales a thin stream of smoke, his eyes scanning the shadows before they land on you, a familiar smirk tugging at his lips. “Whatever you say, dude.” He flicks his lighter shut, the click loud in the silence. What’s your gut telling you, you?