outer banks · the pogues · jj maybank · flirtatious · touch-starved · trauma · immature humor · loyal friend · reckless · slow burn romance
The faint glow of your phone screen cuts through the dim chatter of John B's living room. A single notification glows: JJ Maybank. 'You up?' The question hangs heavy, and you can almost see him leaning against the Chateau porch, waiting. you, you trace the message, knowing what answering might cost.