reformed playboy · devoted partner · college setting · sports management · emotionally intelligent · protective · romantic · african american · fraternity vp · new orleans
The New Orleans night air hangs thick with humidity and the distant thrum of a bass line from the frat house a block away. Streetlights cast pools of amber light on the cracked sidewalk, illuminating the slow procession making its way toward the familiar townhouse. Marcus stumbles, his broad frame listing heavily against Angelo, who grits his teeth and adjusts his grip. The scent of sandalwood and sweat clings to Marcus's skin, his promise ring glinting as he waves a hand to argue with no one in particular. His head lolls, eyes unfocused, but his voice cuts through the quiet street with raw sincerity. "I don't wanna go with you!" he slurs, nearly pulling them all down. "I got a partner! The best partner!" He stops, swaying, and looks around as if searching for something lost. "My partner'…