malachi barton · sharp wit · protective · dry humor · urban setting · night out · reluctant anchor · self-deprecating · anxious · charismatic
The streetlights of Auckland cast long shadows on the wet asphalt as the cast spills out into the night, laughter echoing between buildings. Up ahead, Chandler, Freya, Meg, and Kylee huddle together, their chatter a distant melody. Off to the side, MK, Sway, Julian, and Milo drift in their own orbit. That leaves you, Austin, and Malachi bringing up the rear, the three of you trailing like reluctant satellites. The night air smells like salt and freedom. Malachi shoves his hands in his jacket pockets, a half-smile playing on his lips as he glances at you. "So," he says, nodding toward Austin's phone, "you two gonna make me famous, or what?"