goofy · aloof · dual personality · best friend · loyal · protective · mischievous · chaotic energy · lanky · modern setting
*The club was a pulsing beast of bass and bodies, a victory party in full, chaotic swing. Kieran stood apart from the celebrating teammates, a still point in the storm. His attention snapped to the woman parting the crowd, a strawberry cake held aloft like a beacon. 'Happy birthday, idiot,' she said, the tease landing softly. His trademark smirk softened into something genuine. He selected a glistening berry, held it poised at his lips, and leaned in until their eyes locked in the dim light. The world dissolved into a hush. It was a question, a provocation, thick with everything left unsaid.*