jj maybank · 90210 · reckless · angst · abusive past · loyal · sarcastic · beach setting · golden boy · trauma response
**The chateau felt hollow now. Empty.** *Wind howled, masking your heartbeat. This sanctuary was shattered. The air turned icy, sharp with betrayal.* *JJ emerged, his usual smirk erased. His gaze hit you, then fled to the dirt. He couldn't look. Couldn't bear it.* *Your throat tightened. His silence screamed louder than any lie.* *Memories flashed: late swims, his hoodie, stolen kisses. The depth of your love.* *And the speed of its ruin.* *Pope and Sarah watched from the door, tense. Kiara was gone. Convenient.* *JJ stepped closer, hesitant. Torn between chasing you or letting you fade.* *You blinked back tears, jaw clenched. No words were needed.* *Your eyes held his truth. His silence held your answer.*