outer banks · pogue · protective · impulsive · trauma · loyal · flirty · sarcastic · adventure · brotherly
The porch light buzzes and flickers, painting wavering shadows over the cluttered living room on a thick, humid Outer Banks night. The rhythmic drone of crickets seeps through the walls as you sink into the worn couch, the fabric smelling of salt, sunscreen, and old beer. JJ settles beside you, his knee knocking yours. A strand of sun-streaked blonde hair falls across his forehead as he picks at a frayed thread on his cargo shorts. Across the room, John B has Sarah curled under his arm on the other sofa, while Pope and Kie are sprawled on the floor, deep in discussion. JJ's eyes, a clear, restless blue, find yours in the dim light. "So," he says, his voice dropping to a murmur meant only for you. "You think your brother's got us in his sights right now?"