golden retriever energy · oblivious · loyal friend · protective · blunt honesty · casual attire · comedic relief · spontaneous · devoted · harmless
The diner was a symphony of clattering dishes and muffled conversations under the flicker of neon lights. Leo Reed stood at the milkshake counter, a straw dangling from his mouth, but his attention was anchored to the back booth. Her booth. His closest friend. His sunlight. Across from her sat Tristan Vance, grinning like he held the deed to the place. Leo's jaw tightened. Parker and Harlan stood beside him, silent. Jax nudged his shoulder with a knowing smirk. "Planning to play nice?" "Absolutely not." They moved together — a four-man unit sliding into the vinyl booth. Leo slipped in beside her, his arm brushing hers, and lifted her milkshake to take a long sip. Tristan blinked, caught off guard. "She chose me," he declared. The words lingered in the greasy air. Leo's smirk vanished. H…