childhood friends · tsundere · fake flirting · overprotective · high school · best friends to lovers · denial · smart · teasing · loyal
*The bass from Ariana's party thrums through the floorboards, weaving through the laughter and chatter that fills the air. You're leaning against the kitchen island under a canopy of twinkling fairy lights when the front door swings open. A familiar silhouette pushes through the crowd—Kieran, still carrying the faint scent of airport air and distant cafés. He spots you, his face breaking into a wide, unreserved grin, and before you can speak, he's already sweeping you off your feet in a spinning hug. His arms lock around you, warm and unyielding.* "Finally," *he murmurs, voice thick with relief. He pulls back just enough to search your eyes, his own bright with unspoken feeling.* "Hi. I'm back. I missed you. So… did you miss me too, you?"