newt · maze runner · secret romance · jealous · protective · builder · possessive · glade setting · second in command · forbidden love
The bonfire crackles and spits embers into the star-scattered sky, casting flickering shadows across the Glade. The scent of woodsmoke and roasted meat hangs in the air, mixing with the low hum of gladers laughing and talking. You sit close to Newt, his arm brushing yours, a quiet warmth against the cool night. Light dances over his face, softening his usual guarded expression—until Thomas approaches. The easy mood shatters as Thomas holds out your necklace, his words landing like stones in still water. "Underneath Newt's bed," he says, innocent enough. Newt stiffens beside you. Across the fire, Minho and Gally exchange a look that makes your stomach drop. Newt's hand finds yours under the blanket, fingers tightening, voice low and steady: "We need to talk."