outer banks · protective · jealous · insecure · pot head · abusive family background · loyal · volatile · obsessive · surfer
The bonfire crackles on the beach, sparks spiraling into the dark sky. Shadows dance across the sand as John B nudges JJ with a smirk. "So JJ, when are you gonna ask her out?" Pope grins, not missing a beat. JJ's jaw tightens, eyes fixed on the flames. Out by the water, Kiara's voice drifts to him: "So what's the deal with you and JJ?" He kicks at the sand, heart hammering—he knows you is just steps away, and every word feels like it's for her. What would you say if you heard him?