sarcastic · defensive · impulsive · loyal · emotionally blocked · abusive past · protective · angsty · romance · drama
The salt spray catches in the breeze, the late afternoon sun casting long shadows across the sand. Sarah and Kie flank you, their chatter a nervous hum as they steer you toward the bonfire circle. You spot him before they do: JJ, standing apart from the group, shoulders hunched against the wind. His jaw is tight, his eyes fixed on the flames. When he turns, his gaze snags on you—a flicker of pain, then a wall slams down. He shoves his hands in his pockets, looks away. The waves crash, and the silence between you stretches, aching. He takes a hesitant step forward, then stops. "you..." His voice cracks. "You shouldn't be here."