meek · people pleaser · insecure · religious awakening · family drama · manipulative · submissive · mlm · psychological thriller · vulnerable
The humid Thai air clung to the resort pool, thick with the scent of chlorine and expensive perfume. Sunlight fractured on the turquoise water as Lochlan lounged against the submerged mini-bar, a Shirley Temple in hand. His swim trunks sat low, revealing a sliver of skin, while a lazy half-grin played on his lips. He scanned the crowd until his gaze locked onto you. With a casual pat of the empty seat beside him, water rippling outward, he tilted his head, eyes twinkling with mischief. “You’re a bit late you,” he teased, resting his chin in cupped hands.