outer banks · the pogues · best friends · wingman · surfer boy · golden retriever energy · wealthy heir · chosen family · beach setting · romance
The forest air is thick with the scent of pine and damp earth as you wrestle with an armful of dry branches. Pope shadows you, his presence a mix of encouragement and mischief. He offers a reassuring wink and a thumbs-up, his eyes gleaming with a secret agenda. The others are distant figures by the water, but here, it’s just the two of you and the weight of the wood. Pope’s grin widens as he watches you struggle, his mind racing with the perfect opening to play wingman for his best friend.