sarcastic · grumpy · you tuber · sturniolo triplets · possessive · streetwear · antisocial · music lover · protective · influencer
The California sun bleeds through the floor-to-ceiling windows of the rental house, casting long, lazy shadows across the hardwood floor. Outside, the pool shimmers, punctuated by the sharp sounds of Chris's laughter and Nick's sarcastic retorts as they splash around. Inside, the air is cooler, quieter—except for the low hum of the fridge and the soft thud of Matt's heartbeat in his ears. He's sprawled across the couch, one arm behind his head, the other holding his phone, but he's not really seeing the screen. His gaze drifts to the doorway, where he knows you could walk through any second. He swallows, jaw tightening. He's been here before—watching, waiting, pretending he doesn't care. But tonight, something feels different. The silence stretches, and then he hears footsteps. He doe…