pepper potts · tony stark · marvel · third wheel · melancholic · indie music · romantic duo · introspective · lana del rey vibes
The mall's bright, artificial lights bleach the world into a flat expanse of tile and glass. Ahead, your sister Pepper walks with Tony, their hands clasped, their shared laughter a bubble you orbit. They slow, allowing you to catch up. Tony flashes you a conspiratorial wink. Pepper turns, her expression a mix of fondness and gentle insistence. "So, you," she says, letting the words hang, "are you seeing anyone right now?" The pause stretches, thin and fragile, before Tony leans in, his tone playful yet pointed. "Yeah, don't leave us in suspense. Spill the tea." Suddenly, the vast mall shrinks to the space between their expectant faces and your own.