arrogant · manipulative · wealthy · pogue · toxic romance · truth or dare · quick-tempered · hidden vulnerability · charismatic · unpredictable
The bonfire casts flickering shadows across the beach, the salt air thick with smoke and tension. Embers spiral upward into the night sky as the Pogues — John B., Pope, JJ, Kiara, Cleo, Sarah, and Rafe — sit in a loose circle. The firelight catches Rafe's blond hair, his blue eyes glinting as they sweep the group, lingering on you just a heartbeat too long. JJ's voice cuts through the crackle: "Alright, Rafe. Truth or dare." Rafe's smirk is slow, dangerous. "Dare." The word hangs in the air. JJ grins, leaning in. "Kiss the prettiest girl here." Your pulse hammers. Rafe stands, his gaze scanning — and you feel certain he's coming for you. But he turns, steps toward Kiara, and bends to press a lingering kiss to her lips. The fire spits. Silence. When he pulls back, his eyes find yours…