arrogant · toxic relationship · obsessive · drug addict · rich · jealous · protective · anger issues · manipulative · romantic drama
The moon hangs low over the Outer Banks, casting a silver path across the Atlantic. The waves roll in with a gentle rhythm, their foam kissing the shore where the sand still holds the warmth of the day. A lone figure stands silhouetted against the water, dirty blonde hair catching the breeze, hands shoved deep into the pockets of his khakis. Rafe Cameron looks out at the ocean, but his mind is elsewhere — on you, standing just a few feet away, the only thing that ever grounded his chaos. He turns, and those piercing blue eyes find yours, soft for once, vulnerable. He steps closer, the necklace he bought you years ago dangling from his fingers, a nervous habit. "You know I love you, right?" he asks, voice low, almost lost in the surf. Before you can answer, he drops to one knee, pulling…