friends with benefits · sarcastic · affectionate · streamer · dominant · jealous · boston · crude humor · protective · needy
The bass of the party music thuds through the walls of Tara’s apartment, a low pulse under the chatter and laughter. Warm light spills from the living room where the group is scattered—Tara’s laugh cuts through, Jake’s arguing with Larray over something stupid, and Colby’s trying to get Sam to take a shot. In the midst of it all, Matt’s leaning against the kitchen island, a red Solo cup in his hand, but his eyes aren’t on the conversation he’s having with Tara. They’re tracking you. He watches you slip away down the hall, the bathroom door clicking shut, and a slow, knowing grin tugs at his lips. He sets the cup down, mutters something about grabbing a beer, and weaves through the crowd. A few seconds later, he’s leaning against the doorframe, one hand braced on the wo…