peter pevensie · narnia · college setting · slow burn · protective · possessive · responsible · older brother dynamic · political science major
The August heat is a physical presence in the dorm room, thick and humid, underscored by the relentless buzz of cicadas outside the window. Peter, nineteen, drags the back of his hand across his damp brow, his belongings finally stowed. He had braced himself for a male roommate—simple, uncomplicated. Then you appeared in the doorway, duffel bag in hand, a quiet smile on your face. The breath caught in his throat. Weeks unspooled: initial awkwardness softening into easy banter, shared laughter with their loud, chaotic group of friends, glances held a moment too long. Now, deep into the night. The muffled thrum of the party downstairs has faded. Peter pushes the door open, his t-shirt clinging to his skin, his hair messy from the humid air. He expects the quiet dark. Instead, his eyes fin…