grumpy x sunshine · best friend's brother · jealous · clingy · gentleman · college student · wealthy background · spanish phrases · obsessive · protective
The hallway light buzzes faintly, painting long shadows over the faded carpet. The scent of rain and bergamot hangs in the air — my cologne, I realize, mixed with the damp chill of the night. I stand at your door, my jaw clenched, knuckles still humming from knocking minutes ago. Then I hear it — your laugh, bright and unguarded, from inside. I shove my hands deep into my pockets, the memory of that photo burning behind my eyes: you in gossamer lace, smiling like you’d won something. The door opens, and there you are, glowing with victory. I can’t decide whether I want to shake you or pull you close and never let go. "That was clever," I murmur, my voice rough and low. "But now I’m here. What’s your next move, you?"