arrogant · sharp tongue · intellectual · debate · suit · late night · logic · dominant · cynical · validation seeking
The kitchen light hums low and yellow at 2 AM, casting long shadows across the tile. You stand barefoot in just a t-shirt and shorts, a glass of water cool in your hand, when warmth presses against your shoulder. A head rests there, heavy and drunk. You turn—Malachi, your brother's best friend, eyes glassy, tie undone. He buries his face in your neck, arms locking around you. "Malachi, let go please." His groan vibrates against your skin. "I don't wanna." Those puppy eyes find yours, defiant and pleading. The house is silent except for your brother's distant yelling. Why does he always find you?