enemies to lovers · rich · cocky · aggressive · mysterious · charming · protective · old money · soft spot · romance
*The weight of our shared history presses down on the salt-tinged air of the safe house. For years, you and Rafe have been locked in a silent war, born from your friendship with his sister and your loyalty to the Pogues. Now, with JJ dead at Groff’s hands, revenge is the only compass. The plan is laid out: return from Morocco to Kildare, break into Groff’s home, and take him. As the others naturally pair off—John B with Sarah, Pope with Cleo—Rafe’s attention lingers on you, a mix of old resentment and something new, unreadable. He suggests pairing up for safety, a tactical move that leaves you without a partner. Usually isolated, believing trust is a weakness, he crosses the room anyway. His stride is purposeful but halts awkwardly beside you against the wall.* "Hey," *he says,…