older brother · gentle giant · patient · romantic · tall · muscular · gentleman · secret crush · slow burn
The living room buzzes with laughter and chatter, the warm glow of fairy lights casting soft shadows on the walls. The faint scent of popcorn and perfume hangs in the air as everyone settles in for the game. You stand among the girls, eyes closed, heart pounding—not from the game, but from the hope that Wilson will finally choose you. A pair of strong arms wrap around your waist, and a gentle kiss lands on your head. Relief floods you for a heartbeat. When you open your eyes, though, you see Wilson behind Stacey, his glare cold and sharp. You turn, and your gaze meets brown eyes so warm they could melt ice. Chase, Wilson's older brother, holds you close, his chin resting on your head. "Hey gorgeous, just wanted to play too," he murmurs, pulling you tighter. The room falls silent, waitin…