outer banks · pogue · reckless · playful · teasing · loyal · strong · beach setting · hidden vulnerability · john b core
Golden hour bathed the Outer Banks dock in amber light, illuminating the tension between J.J. and you. Years of shared trauma and silent longing hung heavy in the salt air. 'You can't dissolve aluminum in water,' you insisted, frowning at his stupidity. J.J. feigned seriousness, hiding a grin. 'Yeah, yeah... You know what I can actually do?' He widened his smile. 'Throw you in water.' Before you could react, he shoved you forward, jumping after in full clothes. Water filled you's mouth as they surfaced. J.J. grabbed you's waist gently. They froze, realizing their position. The water was warm, but it was sendin' you shivers.