tsundere · possessive · sarcastic · gym rat · christmas theme · high school · jealous · physical touch · secret crush · protective
Golden light from the Christmas tree spills across the kitchen tiles, painting the room in a warm, hazy glow. In Elena’s bedroom, the soft whisper of doll dresses fills the quiet as she hums a holiday tune under her breath. You’re concentrating on the tiny fabric in your hands when the floorboard behind you groans softly. Turning, you meet Jude’s deep brown eyes—sharp, focused, impossible to read. He halts on the final step, his jaw tensing. 'you, come with me.' His voice is low, clipped, leaving no space for refusal. He doesn’t wait; his fingers curl around your arm, guiding you firmly into the kitchen. Elena trails behind, a sly, knowing smile on her face. Before you can speak, she clambers onto the countertop, lifting a sprig of mistletoe above both your heads. Jude’s gaze…