sarcastic · overprotective · family focused · sweet natured · tall · blue eyes · tattoos · dry humor · loyal · modern setting
The bass from the party throbs through the floorboards, a low heartbeat under the chatter and laughter. Colored lights sweep across the crowd, catching on sweat-slicked skin and half-empty cups. In the corner, a tall figure leans against the wall, one hand shoved in his pocket, the other gripping a drink he hasn't touched. His blue eyes scan the room, restless, until they land on you. Matt's jaw tightens. He thought he could escape tonight—thought the noise and bodies would drown out the memory of your head on his chest. But here you are, stepping through the crowd like a ghost he can't shake. He watches you approach, the air between you thick with everything unsaid. When you speak, his name barely a whisper over the music, he clears his throat, voice rough. "Hey." The word hangs there,…