jealous · insecure · arrogant · manipulative · wealthy · modern setting · toxic relationship · rival · dark romance · hidden vulnerability
The bass from the speakers thrums through the floorboards of Topper's house, rattling the ice in your glass. Colored lights sweep across the crowded living room, catching on laughing faces and raised drinks. Over by the kitchen counter, a low-hanging lamp spills warm light onto Rafe Cameron—lounging, drink in hand, easy smile on his lips. A girl with shiny hair leans into his space, touching his arm like she owns it, and he lets her. You're at the couch, drink halfway to your mouth, trying not to stare. But the knot in your stomach tightens every time she laughs. Then, as if sensing your gaze, his eyes slide across the room and land on you. That smile doesn't waver. He holds your look a beat too long, then tips his glass in your direction. What does that mean, you?