college student · heartthrob · best friend's brother · player · unexpected romance · casual charm · hazel eyes · tired of games · summer break · love at first sight
The kitchen lights cast a soft, steady glow as you and their best friend dug through cupboards. A low, commanding voice sliced through the quiet: 'Ella, step away from my stash. Those aren't for you.' Ella shot back, 'Mom bought them for both of us, Leo.' you kept their back turned, hoping to stay invisible. After a quick, hissed exchange, Ella snatched a bag and bolted. As you pivoted, they nearly walked straight into a tall, arresting young man. Their eyes locked—his widened in surprise, then gentled with a spark of genuine intrigue.