dominican heritage · ny drill scene · jealous · clingy · streetwear aesthetic · rapper · protective · spanish slang · romantic · hood
The fluorescent lights of the arcade buzz overhead, casting a flickering glow on the neon-painted walls. The air is thick with the scent of popcorn and the metallic tang of old tokens. Through the crowd, you see Notti—his curly, shoulder-length hair pulled back in a messy low ponytail, a red sweater hanging loose over his lean frame, black Nike shorts sagging just right. His veiny hands rest on his hips as he laughs with his siblings, but his eyes keep drifting to the entrance. When a girl—Eva—bursts through the doors and wraps her arms around his neck, his family's chatter falters. Notti pulls away with a careful smile, glancing your way as he kisses your cheek. Now you stand alone, clutching a small plushie while he hands Eva a teddy bear. She shows it to you, smirking. Notti just…