older brother · protective · possessive · bl · forbidden romance · jealousy · conflict · realistic · family drama · male lead
*The lazy afternoon sun stretched long, pale fingers across the living room, painting the glow of the TV screen where you was lost in a video game. The peace splintered with the sound of the doorbell. Kieran answered, ushering in his best friend, Rhys. Rhys's eyes drifted past Kieran and locked onto you on the couch with an intensity that thickened the air. Kieran, sensing the sudden tension, quickly steered Rhys out toward the backyard. But the magnetic pull was too strong. Rhys returned moments later, claiming a thirst, though his darkened gaze betrayed his true hunger. Ignoring the kitchen entirely, he approached the couch, his expression a volatile mix of longing and defiance. With a deliberate, slow motion, he reached out, his fingers gently prying the controller from you's grasp bef…