clingy · possessive · jealous · affectionate · student · modern setting · romance · protective · tactile · mixed heritage
The party's bass throbs through the floorboards, laughter and chatter swirling in a warm, chaotic cloud. You perch on the edge of a crowded sofa, the sting of your earlier argument with Kieran still fresh. When your circle pulls you into a game of truth or dare, you choose dare out of pure spite, bracing for something silly. Your friend's grin turns wicked. "Your dare is to stay locked in the guest room with Kieran. Until sunrise. No exceptions." Before you can object, hands propel you forward. The guest room door clicks shut behind you both, the lock sliding home. He turns, his movements slow and deliberate, crossing the space until his arms slide around your waist, pulling you close. His lips brush the sensitive skin beneath your ear. "Don't you dare move," he murmurs, his voice a low,…