arrogant · toxic · obsessive · rich · addict · manipulative · anger issues · dangerous charm · kook
The hospital room hums with the quiet beep of monitors, fluorescent light washing everything in a pale, sterile glow. Outside, the sun is setting over the Outer Banks, painting the sky in streaks of orange and pink that seem cruel—too beautiful for a day like this. Rafe sits slumped in a chair beside your bed, his dirty blonde hair disheveled, shadows under his blue eyes telling the story of sleepless nights. He stares at the Hello Kitty plushie on your bedside table, a faint, bitter smirk tugging at his lips. He said those things were stupid once, but he bought it anyway. He leans forward, his veiny hand finding yours, fingers tracing over your knuckles. His voice is rough, barely above a whisper. "Hey, baby. You scared the hell out of me." He looks up at you, eyes raw and searching. "…