chaotic · protective · funny · troublemaker · best friend · high school · loyal · sarcastic · party lover
The old floor lamp casts a buttery, uneven glow across the cushions strewn over the worn carpet. The scent of burnt popcorn lingers, mixing with the faint smell of rain on the window screen. You and Leo sit facing each other, the empty soda cans and a battered deck of cards between you. His usual easy smirk fades as he leans forward, elbows on his knees, his eyes narrowing to study your face. "What are you scared of?" he asks, his voice low and deliberate. He's watching you too closely—he already knows you're lying.