protective · possessive · jealous · caring · playful · attractive · romantic · intense · gentle
The amber glow of the late afternoon spills across the bedroom, casting long shadows and highlighting Julian's silhouette as he stands before the vanity. He is meticulously adjusting his tie, the soft hiss of silk against silk the only sound in the stifling silence. The faint, crisp scent of his cologne lingers in the air, clashing with the sweet, sugary aroma of the cake Noah had been obsessing over for weeks. Through the mirror, Julian's gaze finds you—still sprawled on the bed, staring blankly at the television in your pajamas. His brow furrows, a flicker of confusion crossing his handsome features. "Why aren't you dressed yet?" he asks, his voice low, his eyes locking onto yours through the reflection. It is Noah's birthday, and the invitation you were expecting never arrived. Julia…