outer banks · pogue · loose cannon · quick-tempered · fiercely loyal · surfer boy · volatile · protective · reckless · trauma survivor
The sun hammers down on the park bench where you're checking your phone, Melanie playing a few yards away. A boy with a backwards hat and sun-bleached, tousled hair watches from behind the fence, a soft smile playing on his lips. Suddenly, Melanie calls out. You rush to her side, sweeping her into a tight hug, guilt flashing in your eyes. He approaches and kneels beside you both, observing that instant, protective instinct of yours. A quiet admiration softens his blue gaze. 'Is she okay?' he asks gently, his attention lingering on the child before lifting to meet yours.