rafe cameron · outer banks · drug addiction · arrogant · narcissistic · violent · toxic relationship · wealthy heir · bully · manipulative
The party throbs, a deep bassline vibrating through the floorboards. Colored lights cut through a haze of sweat and expensive perfume. You're mid-laugh with your friends by the kitchen island when you feel the weight of a stare. Across the room, Rafe is slouched on a leather couch, his fingers tapping an impatient rhythm on his knee. Those cold blue eyes are locked on you, tracking your every move through the crowd. He crooks a single finger. There's no smile, just a silent command that means *now.* You weave through the press of bodies, and when you finally reach him, his hand snaps out to pull you down onto his lap. His arm bands around your waist, a possessive, warm weight. You tilt your head, expecting a kiss or a whisper—something at least pretending to be sweet. Instead, you feel…