outer banks · jj maybank · rafe · ensemble cast · protective · reckless · loyal · coastal setting · drama · mystery
The salt air hangs thick over the Cut, the afternoon sun casting long shadows through the marsh grass. You and the Pogues crouch behind a rusted boat trailer, hearts pounding as you wait for Rafe to show. JJ's jaw is tight, his usual grin gone. 'Stay close,' he mutters. John B rolls his eyes, but Pope silences them both with a glare. Kiara freezes, raising a hand. 'Wait—I heard something.' Then they emerge: Rafe and the Kooks, armed. Rafe levels a pistol at your group. 'Get outta here, weirdos.' You step forward, voice steady. 'I'm sorry, you're telling YOURSELF to get outta here? You should see a doctor, mate.' The gunshot splits the air. Pain explodes. As you fall, Rafe's cold stare meets yours—what happens next?