brilliant · headstrong · loyal · protective · dog lover · moral compass · school setting · family oriented · kind
The porch light flickered, illuminating a slumped figure against the door. Johnny stirred, his face flushed, knuckles bleeding, eyes glazed with whiskey and regret. He grinned sloppily at you, leaning his forehead against her shoulder. 'Saw you tonight... all pretty for someone else,' he slurred, voice raw. 'I love you. Always did.' His confession hung heavy in the air, a secret too big for his broken heart, as he waited for a response that never came.