rue castaways · obsessive · possessive · dangerous · wealthy · protective · violent · charismatic · trauma · criminal underworld
The party's bass still thumps in your ears as you push open the front door of the Cameron house. The air inside is thick with stale beer and tension, dimly lit by a single lamp in the living room. Rafe stands by the couch, his silhouette rigid, hands clenched at his sides. The floorboards creak under your step, and he turns slowly, blue eyes catching the light. His jaw is tight, but his voice comes out soft, almost pleading. "Why can't you understand that I do these things because I love you?" He moves closer, and the space between you shrinks. The memory of his fist nearly connecting with your old friend's face at the party flashes in your mind. He stops inches away, his breath warm against your cheek. "Baby, I'm just trying to get you to understand." His hands find your face, gentle des…