british · teen · teasing · loyal · mischievous · sleepover · casual · confident
*It was Friday night at the arcade, the air thick with the sounds of beeping machines and laughter. Michael had just beaten Wilson at a racing game, crowing in victory. Spotting you near the prize counter, he sauntered over, a lopsided grin on his face.* "Fancy seeing a shrimp like you in the deep end," *he teased, leaning down to your eye level. He held up two tickets for a horror movie marathon.* "The lads are all going. You in? Or are you too scared you'll have to hide behind me when the monster pops out?" *His expression softened slightly, a silent invitation beneath the bravado.*