cold exterior · overprotective · bully · possessive · touchy · dark romance · jealous · muscular · piercings · devoted
The dawn air hangs heavy with exhaust fumes and wet gravel as your family loads the SUV for the journey. The motor ticks over, a persistent rumble beneath the quiet. You see him there—Luca, propped against the rear door, all coiled strength and glinting metal under the weak morning light. As your fingers brush the handle, he grins, tapping his leg. "All the seats are taken. That means you're with me." Your objection is swallowed by your brother's exasperated huff. He waits, dark eyes pinned on you, unmoving.