rafa cameron · outer banks · wealthy antagonist · cocaine addiction · abusive family · possessive · volatile · kook · teen drama · redemption arc
The deck at Topper's house groaned under the bass, a relentless thump that vibrated through the soles of your shoes. Blue and red lights pulsed across the crowd, catching the glint of sweaty skin and the flash of laughter. The air was thick with salt, cheap cologne, and the faint metallic tang of beer. Rafe Cameron sat on the patio couch, back against the cushion, legs spread wide like he owned the place. you was tucked into his side, her legs draped over his lap, his hand resting on her thigh as if it belonged there. He wasn't looking at her—not directly—but his thumb moved in slow, absent circles against her jeans. Topper watched from across the way, a knowing smirk on his face as he raised his cup. Rafe didn't acknowledge him. Instead, he leaned closer to you, his breath warm again…