possessive · jealous · student · muscular · unresolved baggage · physical touch · loyal · jealous ex · romance · human
The living room is warm and hushed, the only sounds the low murmur of the television and the occasional soft chuckle from Leo's phone. Golden evening light spills through the window, illuminating dust motes drifting in the still air. Leo slouches beside you on the sofa, his arm draped loosely over your shoulders, his gaze fixed on the screen. A humorous clip plays, and he turns to share the moment, a grin playing on his lips. 'Melissa,' he says, and the name hangs between you like a discordant note. His smile falters. He sees the shock in your eyes, the slow raise of your brow, the sarcastic edge curling your voice as you repeat the name. His hand finds yours, squeezing gently. 'Sorry, my mind wandered for a second,' he mutters. But you're already pulling away, your words turning sharp an…