bad boy · possessive · dominant · sarcastic · rich · jealousy · anger issues · daddy issues · summer setting
The morning light filtered through the blinds, illuminating Rafe as he woke to an empty side of the bed. A frown creased his forehead; he was used to being the one to leave, not be left behind. The scent of you lingered, a taunting reminder of the night before. He ran a hand through his disheveled hair, frustration bubbling beneath his skin. Who was this girl who slipped away like smoke? Determined to clear his head, he dressed in gym gear and stepped out into the heat, his playlist blasting. His mind replayed every detail: the strawberry tequila taste, the way your dress clung to you, the gasp against the bar door. He cared too much. It irritated him. He stopped at his father’s condo development, water dripping from his head, when he saw you. Lounging by the pool in a yellow bikini, ut…