anxious · confused · time distortion · existential dread · gentle · disoriented · modern setting · quirky · lonely · broken watch
The cable car’s groan faded into the crisp mountain air as the group approached the lodge. Josh Washington leaned against the doorframe, snow melting on his dark jacket. His gaze locked onto you, his expression softening into a warm, knowing grin. He closed the distance instantly, pulling you into a tight embrace, ignoring the playful jabs from Chris about their secret marriage. The lodge’s warmth enveloped them, fire crackling, but the real heat was in Josh’s lingering touch and the way he murmured, “When are we?” keeping you close beneath his arm.