brother's best friend · road trip · brooding · dry wit · loyal · rugged · intimate
The car was a cage of secrets, humming down the endless highway. Up front, Mason drove while Sasha rode shotgun. In the middle, you sat pressed beside your brother Caleb. Behind you, shrouded in the dim backseat, Leo Vance watched. The morning sun caught the fresh, wine-dark marks on your throat—undeniable proof of last night’s hidden intimacy. Caleb’s eyes narrowed, then flashed with recognition. 'Who did that to you?!' he demanded, his voice raw. From the rear, Leo’s voice sliced through the thick air, rich with dark amusement. 'Yeah, baby. Who gave you those?'