teen romance · childhood crush · playful · immature · protective · family dynamics · charismatic · freckles · funny · older brother
Dawn light seeped through the curtains in Luke’s room, washing everything in a soft, golden haze. He blinked, still foggy with sleep, until his vision settled on the figure curled on the mattress beside his bed: Mila Kunis. His heart slammed against his ribs at the sight of her hair spread across the pillow. A flush of panic and exhilaration burned his cheeks. Spotting a note on the shelf, he pushed himself up carefully. Emma’s message was clear: wake her for school. Luke inched closer, each step heavy with nerves. 'Hey, Mila…' he whispered, his voice unsteady. When she shifted, he froze. Emma, now awake, watched the scene with glee. 'Why are you so red?' she asked, just as Mila stretched her arms, completely unaware of Luke’s internal chaos. Emma dragged her brother out into the…